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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water infrastructure projects across the Southeast. Leverage your expertise in project management and engineering to lead multidisciplinary teams and cultivate...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale water and wastewater projects, fostering client relationships, and mentoring teams. Drive innovative solutions while ensuring quality and efficiency in project...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $104K *

Champion the delivery of diverse residential and water development projects, ensuring seamless coordination from planning to construction. Leverage your technical expertise to drive project success an...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $187K *

Lead a dynamic team in delivering innovative waste management solutions across North America. Utilize your extensive engineering expertise to oversee projects, mentor staff, and foster client relation...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$117K - $159K *

Drive impactful water/wastewater projects by managing teams, budgets, and schedules. Collaborate with cross-functional groups to meet client expectations while ensuring quality, safety, and timely del...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $103K *

Lead innovative municipal infrastructure projects while mentoring junior engineers. Build client relationships and enhance your technical and leadership skills in a collaborative environment focused o...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape complex projects by designing control systems, selecting instruments, and programming PLC/HMI applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution and pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock complex engineering projects by designing control systems, programming PLCs, and providing technical support. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless project execution and d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $130K *

Optimize the commissioning of mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with client goals and best practices. Collaborate with project teams while leading projects, and leverage technical expertise to d...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Manage drainage design projects by applying hydrologic and hydraulic principles. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative stormwater solutions, ensuring compliance with regulatio...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by applying hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles to design innovative drainage solutions for transportation projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to design innovative drainage solutions for transportation projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, apply engineering principles, and ensure compliance with regulations whil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Innovate drainage design solutions for transportation projects, applying hydrologic and hydraulic principles. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance public safety and system resilience wh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Develop innovative drainage solutions by applying hydrologic and hydraulic principles to transportation projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance public safety and system resilienc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$181K - $227K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee planning, design, and construction of water/wastewater facilities. Lead projects, manage consultants, and ensure compliance while enhancing community infrastructure and...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $128K *

Join a dynamic team to lead environmental assessments for critical water infrastructure projects, guiding clients through complex approvals while mentoring talent and enhancing community engagement ac...

Kingston, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $128K *

Shape the future of environmental infrastructure by leading assessments and approvals for water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor talent, and drive sustainab...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $128K *

Shape the future of environmental infrastructure by leading complex assessments and approvals for water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor talent, and drive s...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $128K *

Lead transformative environmental planning initiatives, guiding complex water and infrastructure projects from assessment to approval while fostering community engagement and mentoring talent across O...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $128K *

Lead impactful environmental assessments for water infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor talent, and guide clients through complex planning and permitting processes...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $128K *

Empower communities by leading environmental assessments for vital water infrastructure projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor talent, and drive sustainable growth while navigating complex r...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $128K *

Join a team that's shaping critical water infrastructure projects, leading environmental assessments, and mentoring talent. Collaborate with diverse professionals to deliver impactful solutions for co...

London, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $128K *

Lead the charge in shaping critical water infrastructure projects, guiding environmental assessments and approvals while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver impactful solutions for communities...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $128K *

Join us to lead environmental assessments for vital water infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor talent, and drive strategic planning initiatives that enhance commun...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $128K *

Pioneer impactful environmental planning initiatives for water infrastructure projects. Lead assessments, engage stakeholders, and mentor teams to enhance community resilience and sustainability acros...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical 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.