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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$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful solutions for American Indian Tribes by enhancing access to essential water, wastewater, and solid waste facilities through direct support, technical training, and engineering expertis...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion access to vital sanitation services by collaborating with Tribes, providing technical expertise, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Drive initiatives that enhance water a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Deliver impactful solutions by collaborating with tribes to enhance water and sanitation facilities. Ensure compliance and operational efficiency while providing vital training and technical support b...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Develop collaborative solutions to enhance water and sanitation services for American Indian Tribes. Engage in field assessments, oversee operations, and deliver training to ensure compliance with hea...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with American Indian Tribes to enhance water and sanitation access by providing technical assistance, conducting site visits, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $90K *

Drive impactful environmental projects by providing field support and technical expertise in investigations and remediation, ensuring effective project completion and team collaboration...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Partner with us to provide field support and technical assistance on environmental projects, ensuring effective execution of investigations and remediation while mentoring junior staff and managing su...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$68K - $93K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $93K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $93K *

Join a dynamic team as you contribute to planning, designing, and permitting innovative solar renewable energy projects while enhancing our national practice and driving sustainable growth...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $93K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $93K *

Elevate renewable energy projects by planning and designing innovative solutions in civil engineering. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive sustainable development and enhance project efficiency ac...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $93K *

Drive the design and permitting of innovative renewable energy projects, collaborating with teams to enhance efficiency and use cutting-edge engineering software in a dynamic practice focused on susta...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $155K *

Drive the development of innovative SCADA systems for water/wastewater operations. Lead project management, enhance system performance, and optimize engineering practices while ensuring regulatory com...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$129K - $212K *

Lead comprehensive infrastructure financing initiatives, enhancing client operations through strategic financial planning and risk management, while mentoring less experienced colleagues to promote gr...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team, leading innovative civil engineering projects. Oversee design compliance, mentor staff, and ensure cost-effective solutions while maintaining professional standar...

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

$92K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative civil engineering projects, ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver cost-effective designs while mentoring junior staff a...

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead groundwater modeling and hydrogeologic investigations, supporting water resource and environmental projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop models, analyze data, and prepare technical...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success and innovation as a Senior Project Engineer, overseeing waterworks construction from budgeting to completion while ensuring client satisfaction and safety excellence in a collabo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $140K *

Explore exciting opportunities as a Water Resource Engineer/Planner, tackling complex modeling and planning projects while collaborating with a skilled team to enhance flood management and water resou...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative water resource projects. Collaborate with engineers to tackle complex challenges in watershed and stormwater management, while advancing client goals through eff...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Take ownership of diverse water resource projects, using your expertise to lead modeling and planning efforts while collaborating with a skilled team to ensure sustainable and effective solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Drive impactful water resource projects by collaborating with engineers and planners. Utilize your expertise in watershed modeling, flood analysis, and compliance to enhance sustainability and client...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $140K *

Partner with us to ensure environmental compliance and sustainability in civil construction projects. Conduct assessments, develop management plans, and collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and pr...

6 days ago

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

$90K - $133K *

Champion environmental compliance and permitting projects across multimedia, leading audits, reports, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive effective solutions while managing client relationships...

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  •   5 - 7 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.