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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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$90K - $140K *

Drive successful project management and client development in Water & Wastewater, ensuring technical quality, profitability, and superior client relationships while overseeing multiple projects and co...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful water and wastewater projects as a Senior Project Manager, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions while fostering client relationships and ens...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative water infrastructure projects, leading diverse teams to deliver high-quality solutions while leveraging your extensive engineering expertise and client relationships to enhance com...

4 weeks ago

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

$68K - $93K *

Lead environmental compliance initiatives, managing multi-media permitting and audits. Collaborate with clients to ensure regulatory adherence and develop strategic solutions for air, water, and waste...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $93K *

Support environmental compliance initiatives by managing multi-media permitting, conducting audits, and providing regulatory guidance. Collaborate with clients to ensure adherence to air, water, and w...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $93K *

Take ownership of multi-media environmental permitting and compliance projects, ensuring regulatory adherence across air, water, and waste management. Collaborate with clients to develop strategies, c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $93K *

Lead the charge in environmental compliance and permitting projects, ensuring regulatory adherence across air, water, and waste management. Collaborate with clients to develop strategies, conduct audi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $171K *

Unlock your potential as you take on challenging engineering tasks, lead teams, and ensure compliance in electrical engineering projects. Collaborate with various departments while delivering high-qua...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Lead impactful civil engineering projects in water resources, land development, and transportation. Collaborate with clients to deliver innovative solutions while managing design tasks and ensuring qu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $97K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water infrastructure by delivering innovative engineering solutions for municipal water and wastewater projects, while gaining valuable experience and mentorsh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with standards by overseeing design teams and coordinating closely with clients and staff across m...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative environmental engineering solutions. Manage site investigations, design systems, and ensure compliance with regulations while collaborating with clients and pr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Environmental Scientist, leading diverse projects across transportation, water, and power sectors. Collaborate with experts to deliver impactful environmental solutions...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $135K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful environmental projects across diverse sectors. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to analyze data, prepare permits, and ensure compliance while managing...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $135K *

Shape environmental projects by integrating scientific expertise and project management skills. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful solutions across various sectors, ensuring...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $180K *

Champion multidisciplinary projects by leading engineering teams, ensuring compliance, and delivering innovative solutions in solid waste management and design. Collaborate effectively with clients an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative projects that drive strategic goals across diverse teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration for successful outcomes in a dynamic environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform complex design challenges into innovative solutions as a senior engineering technician. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering outputs for advanced powe...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage diverse water/wastewater projects ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and schedule. Collaborate with teams, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and lead project performance through cl...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Innovate and lead essential water/wastewater projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget while fostering client relationships and managing multidisciplinary teams for optimal project...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of our Roadway practice by leading multi-state initiatives, managing client relationships, and driving business development in the Ohio River Valley. Collaborate with teams to deliver...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $122K *

Engage in hydrologic and hydraulic solutions, leading project teams in design and management of complex water infrastructure projects. Build client relationships and oversee comprehensive project deli...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $109K *

Champion innovative designs and plans for electric utility construction, ensuring seamless coordination with stakeholders. Drive efficiency and customer satisfaction while enhancing existing infrastru...

2 weeks ago

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

$154K - $196K *

Join a team that's dedicated to environmental remediation, providing engineering support for groundwater and soil vapor systems. Collaborate on innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with regulatio...

Today

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

$154K - $196K *

Empower environmental solutions by providing engineering expertise in groundwater and soil vapor remediation. Collaborate on innovative designs, optimize systems, and ensure compliance with regulation...

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

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.