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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$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of hydropower and water resources. As an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer, you'll drive projects from design to commissioning, collaborating with multidisciplinar...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading complex water/wastewater projects, managing teams, and ensuring high-quality designs and specifications. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior staff while driving proj...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and maintenance of critical water systems for advanced scientific facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and safety of coolin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $110K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Engineer in civil/site design, leading public sector projects focused on water and wastewater systems. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior staff, and produce comprehe...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Innovate your career with a dynamic role in electrical engineering, focusing on SCADA, I&C, and power systems for water facilities. Collaborate on projects, manage construction, and ensure operational...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $125K *

Engage your expertise to lead groundwater and water resources projects, focusing on SGMA planning, watershed resilience, and sustainable solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive im...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$122K - $162K *

Grow your career with a leading role in municipal engineering, shaping infrastructure projects in a vibrant city. Lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering essential services like water, wastewater...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of impactful coastal protection projects, leveraging advanced engineering skills and collaboration with industry leaders to design resilient solutions for flood risk management and envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $200K *

Lead innovative water resources strategy nationwide. Expand technical capabilities, influence project delivery, and foster client relationships across multiple states in a collaborative, high-impact r...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $200K *

Shape the future of national water resource management by leading innovative strategies, enhancing technical capabilities, and fostering client relationships across multiple states for impactful flood...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $200K *

Drive national innovation in water resources as you lead strategy and engineering efforts, collaborating cross-regionally to strengthen capabilities and client relationships while addressing flood ris...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $200K *

Lead national strategies in water resources, driving innovation and collaboration to influence project delivery and strengthen technical capabilities across multiple states. Make a lasting impact in f...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful environmental compliance projects across multimedia areas. Collaborate with industry leaders, mentor junior staff, and manage multiple projects efficiently while ensuring adherence to...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $152K *

Transform your career by providing essential SHE support in environmental compliance and waste management. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance safety and sustainability in a dynamic manufacturin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K *

Launch your engineering career by engaging in diverse projects across water services. Contribute to planning, design, and inspection while ensuring compliance and supporting municipal infrastructure i...

Reposted 1 month ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by applying advanced water treatment techniques to solve complex engineering challenges. Lead multi-disciplinary teams in innovative projects focused on water quality and treatment...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water resources engineering. In this hybrid role, you'll collaborate with engineers and scientists on diverse projects, focusing on hydrologic and hydraulic mo...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $105K *

Develop innovative solutions for water resources challenges, focusing on hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, stormwater planning, and flood control. Collaborate with clients and agencies to deliver imp...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of natural resource management by leading diverse projects, conducting wetland assessments, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. Elevate your career while managing client...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse Natural Resources projects, performing wetland assessments, and leading client interactions. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team while ensuring complianc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $111K *

Engineer advanced water distribution systems, conducting hydraulic analyses, master planning, and regulatory reporting while leading projects and mentoring staff. Drive continuous improvement and asse...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$87K - $130K *

Support the delivery of stormwater and civil engineering projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while leading a junior team. Engage with clients to enhance project outcomes and mainta...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $130K *

Shape the future of stormwater management by leading design projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing team efficiency. Collaborate with clients and junior engineers to deliver high...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative water resources engineering, managing diverse infrastructure projects. Leverage your expertise in stormwater management and green infrastructure while collab...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$143K - $213K *

Lead the charge in managing drainage and stormwater projects, ensuring compliance and innovative solutions while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet client ob...

2 weeks 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.