Explore Wastewater Engineer Jobs

Wastewater engineers help protect public health and the environment by designing, improving, and managing systems that collect, treat, and reuse wastewater. Explore vetted Wastewater Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Wastewater Engineers Do

Depending on the role and organization, wastewater engineers may develop treatment processes, evaluate plant performance, plan collection and conveyance systems, and support water reuse projects. They can prepare technical studies and design documents, assess regulatory requirements, oversee construction or commissioning, and recommend upgrades that improve reliability, efficiency, and environmental outcomes.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or another relevant engineering discipline, along with experience in wastewater treatment or water infrastructure. Useful capabilities include process and hydraulic analysis, design and modeling software, project management, technical writing, and collaboration with clients, contractors, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams. A Professional Engineer (PE) license may be required or preferred for roles involving responsible charge of engineering work.

Where Wastewater Engineers Work

Wastewater engineers work for engineering and consulting firms, municipal and regional utilities, industrial companies, and public agencies. Senior opportunities may involve leading projects or teams, advising clients, managing capital programs, or shaping treatment and reuse strategies. Responsibilities and compensation vary by employer, location, experience, and scope.

Find Wastewater Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse Wastewater Engineer job listings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements and responsibilities to identify positions that match your engineering background, technical strengths, and career goals.

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$160K - $200K *

Support the design and analysis of water infrastructure projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions. Engage with clients and ensure compliance with industry standards whi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the design and analysis of vital water infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to deliver innovative solutions that enhance community servic...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative water infrastructure solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance community services through resilient engineering practices, ensuring complia...

Walnut Creek, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of water infrastructure by leading innovative design and analysis for critical facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver resilient solutions that enhance communi...

Santa Clara, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$63K - $111K *

Lead innovative drainage design projects, conduct analyses, and collaborate with teams to deliver effective engineering solutions for clients. Manage project tasks while mentoring junior engineers and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $135K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water and wastewater infrastructure. This role involves strategic planning, asset management, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders to enhance service de...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Lead multi-disciplinary teams in delivering complex water/wastewater projects. Utilize your technical expertise to manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets while ensuring client satisfaction and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Manager, leading multi-disciplinary teams in delivering complex water/wastewater projects. Drive client satisfaction and project success from inception to completion...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$56K - $107K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing water resources management. Lead projects in water distribution, treatment, and regulatory compliance while ensuring exceptional service delivery and environm...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$79K - $122K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing floodplain management and infrastructure. Lead projects, oversee contracts, and ensure high-quality service while collaborating with agencies and the communit...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $110K *

Pioneer innovative water infrastructure solutions while leading complex projects that enhance community resilience. Collaborate with clients to ensure sustainable, efficient systems with a focus on me...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $110K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading complex water infrastructure projects. Collaborate with municipalities and guide strategic initiatives impacting community resilience, while mentoring juni...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $133K *

Optimize storm water management projects by leading engineering design and oversight. Play a critical role in project management and community engagement, driving initiatives to reduce flooding and en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $100K *

Transform transportation infrastructure by leading innovative drainage and stormwater management design projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance sustainable engineering solutions...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Manage stormwater operations to enhance flood risk management, ensuring compliance with regulations and facilitating effective planning, design, and maintenance of drainage systems to protect natural...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Lead and manage complex water/wastewater projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with engineers and planners to provide innovative solutions while fostering long-term c...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex water/wastewater projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction through expert technical guidance and team collaboration. Drive operational excellence w...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $181K *

Transform urban infrastructure by applying your civil engineering expertise to drainage design, supporting various road and highway projects. Collaborate within a dynamic team to deliver innovative so...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$103K - $181K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative drainage design projects, delivering innovative solutions for road and highway enhancements. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to drive sustainable urban...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to lead water/wastewater design projects, managing scope and budget while leveraging client relationships. Engage in innovative solutions for municipal and private clients, enhanci...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water treatment facilities through innovative mechanical processes; lead design projects, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality deliverables for complex sy...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative water/wastewater projects, leading teams to deliver exceptional results while managing client relationships and driving operational excellence in a collaborative environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $135K *

Transform water and wastewater infrastructure planning by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing asset management, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with diverse s...

Brampton, ONRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving the planning and design of essential water, wastewater, and municipal projects. Collaborate on site visits, develop specifications, and support permitting while ensuring op...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$91K - $140K *

Advance your career by leading diverse water resources projects, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions in a dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a wastewater engineer do?question toggle

    A wastewater engineer plans, designs, evaluates, or manages systems and processes that collect and treat wastewater. Work may include treatment plant upgrades, collection systems, water reuse, regulatory compliance, and infrastructure projects.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for wastewater engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for a bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or a related engineering field and relevant project experience. Some positions prefer or require a Professional Engineer (PE) license, particularly for work involving engineering oversight or approval.

  • What skills are important for wastewater engineers?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include wastewater treatment process knowledge, hydraulic or process analysis, engineering design and modeling, project management, technical communication, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.

  • Where can wastewater engineers work?question toggle

    They may work for consulting and engineering firms, municipal utilities, industrial companies, and government agencies. Their projects can involve treatment facilities, collection networks, water reuse, and environmental infrastructure.

  • How can I find Wastewater Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare each position's experience, licensing, technical, and leadership requirements with your qualifications.