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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$78K - $127K *

Shape the future of environmental infrastructure by leading process-mechanical design elements. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensure project specifications are met, and drive innovation in 3D modeli...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$78K - $127K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of environmental infrastructure by designing innovative process mechanical systems for water and wastewater treatment projects across diverse industries...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $150K *

Transform public infrastructure by managing engineering projects, ensuring effective collaboration with consultants and regulatory agencies, and overseeing the design, permitting, and construction pha...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $135K *

Shape innovative water resource solutions by leading complex projects, managing teams, and conducting advanced analyses for municipal clients. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance project outcome...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $135K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative water resource solutions, managing complex projects, and guiding junior engineers. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance municipal infrastructure...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $135K *

Drive innovative water resource solutions by managing complex projects, supervising teams, and conducting advanced analyses to support municipal clients and enhance community infrastructure...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $135K *

Join our team to lead complex water resource projects, providing engineering expertise and project management while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for munic...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $135K *

Transform water resource projects by leading design and analysis efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for municipal clients while mentoring junior engineer...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $135K *

Empower your career by leading complex water resource projects, managing teams, and collaborating with multidisciplinary experts to deliver innovative solutions for municipal clients. Drive impactful...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team of experts managing multi-disciplinary projects that enhance infrastructure. Lead technical initiatives, mentor staff, and ensure project delivery with effective client communication and c...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by providing engineering and consulting services for diverse environmental projects. Lead site investigations, design systems, and ensure compliance while collaborating with client...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $101K *

Shape the future of Hydrogeology as you tackle complex challenges, collaborate with experts, and lead impactful projects that influence water resource management and community engagement across multip...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $105K *

Shape innovative site design solutions for water infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality designs, from planning through construction, while enhancing...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative site design solutions for water infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to enhance your skills and contribute to impac...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $114K *

Lead the design and implementation of innovative water resources solutions across complex transportation and land development projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction in a colla...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $110K *

Partner with us to address environmental challenges through site investigation and remediation. Contribute to diverse projects across the U.S., collaborating with clients and teams to ensure effective...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Transform your career by managing wastewater treatment projects, overseeing schedules, budgets, and subcontractors while ensuring safety and quality standards. Join a dynamic team with opportunities f...

1 week ago

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

$82K - $136K *

Lead the charge in managing complex environmental projects focused on solid waste and landfill design in North Carolina. Mentor engineers, collaborate with teams, and maintain client relations while e...

3 weeks ago

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

$78K - $129K *

Join a dynamic team to manage environmental projects, overseeing tasks from field data collection to project planning and remediation, in a collaborative environment focused on technical and manageria...

3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $185K *

Explore a leadership role managing stormwater and water resources projects, overseeing all phases from design to implementation. Utilize your expertise in hydrology, project management, and client rel...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $185K *

Elevate your career by leading stormwater and drainage projects, overseeing all phases from modeling to construction. Drive innovation and compliance while mentoring teams and fostering client relatio...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in designing impactful land development projects, managing engineers, and transforming concepts into construction documents. Your expertise will shape communities through innovative so...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Lead the design of land development projects, managing engineers and ensuring compliance with standards. Contribute to impactful commercial and retail designs, from grading to utility systems, shaping...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $130K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions for complex water/wastewater projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with project managers and clients to drive pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $143K *

Advance your career by providing essential water services, including planning, design, and construction for drinking water systems. Collaborate on diverse projects addressing both routine and complex...

2 weeks 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.