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.

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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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$72K - $87K *

Shape the future of utility systems by optimizing operations, ensuring compliance, and driving energy conservation initiatives. Collaborate across departments to enhance plant efficiency and support e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join our team to design and optimize water and wastewater treatment facilities. Lead projects, oversee budgets, and enhance client relationships while ensuring quality standards and innovative solutio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $190K *

Drive innovative hydrogeologic consulting services across Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region. Lead technical projects, mentor a team, and enhance client relationships while advancing water resourc...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of water and wastewater engineering by driving business development, managing projects, and fostering client relationships in Texas. Lead a team to achieve growth while ensuring proje...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform the water and wastewater engineering landscape by leading business development, managing projects, and nurturing client relationships in Texas. Drive growth and profitability while mentoring...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing a profitable water/wastewater engineering business, focusing on client relationships, project management, and staff oversight to drive growth and success in the San Anton...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $94K *

Elevate your career by ensuring compliance in construction inspections for sanitary and storm sewer facilities. Collaborate with developers, provide expert guidance, and maintain public safety standar...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$147K - $170K *

Lead transformative engineering initiatives by overseeing multi-disciplinary teams, establishing standards, and ensuring technical excellence in water supply infrastructure management while engaging w...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance your engineering skills in structural analysis and design for dams and hydraulic structures. Collaborate on multidisciplinary projects, conduct site inspections, and pre...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of sustainable infrastructure by leading complex dam projects, mentoring engineers, and driving business development initiatives in a dynamic, collaborative environment focused on cli...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water resources by leading innovative dam projects. Oversee complex initiatives from planning to construction while mentoring junior engineers and driving sust...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in advancing water resources and dam engineering projects. Oversee complex initiatives from planning to construction, mentor junior engineers, and drive business development for sustai...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex dam engineering projects, from planning to construction. Mentor junior engineers while driving business development initiatives and ensuring compliance with safety...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water resources by leading dam engineering projects. Oversee complex initiatives from planning to construction, mentor junior engineers, and drive sustainable...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $140K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative dam engineering projects, mentoring talent, and driving sustainable solutions in water resources. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance infrastr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing civil engineering projects focused on environmental infrastructure, ensuring adherence to standards while mentoring staff and delivering quality client outcom...

4 weeks ago

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

$66K - $110K *

Empower innovative water solutions by applying your engineering skills to design and implement sustainable water and wastewater treatment projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $250K *

Lead construction management efforts for water/wastewater projects, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget while overseei...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $250K *

Manage construction projects by overseeing daily activities, ensuring quality, and coordinating with stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes in water/wastewater infrastructure...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex water/wastewater projects, guiding them from inception to completion while fostering collaboration and client relationships. Drive project success through strategic...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $250K *

Lead transformative water/wastewater projects, enhancing market presence and strategic planning. Collaborate with teams to ensure design excellence and propel business initiatives in a high-impact rol...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform the water/wastewater engineering landscape by leading strategic initiatives, fostering team growth, and driving innovation to enhance market presence and technical excellence in a dynamic en...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $250K *

Lead the charge in expanding our water/wastewater engineering practice through strategic planning, innovation, and team development. Shape market presence and deliver excellence in project management...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform the water/wastewater engineering landscape by leading strategic initiatives, fostering team growth, and enhancing service delivery. Drive innovation and collaboration to elevate market prese...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate our water/wastewater engineering practice by leading strategic initiatives, fostering team growth, and driving innovation. This role offers the chance to shape market presence and enhance tech...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.