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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$87K - $152K *

Empower your career by leading impactful water and wastewater projects. Guide multidisciplinary teams through planning, design, and execution, ensuring high-quality solutions while managing client rel...

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize quality assurance processes to enhance compliance and safety in nuclear operations. Leverage extensive experience to ensure regulatory adherence and support critical environmental remediation...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Empower our mission by ensuring quality standards in critical DOE projects. Leverage your expertise in quality control and assurance to enhance safety and compliance while collaborating with a dedicat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Transform infrastructure projects by leading civil construction efforts, ensuring compliance with engineering standards while fostering collaboration across teams to deliver high-quality, sustainable...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$162K - $243K *

Lead the charge in urban infrastructure projects by leveraging 25+ years of experience to drive technical excellence and cultivate strategic relationships across NYC agencies, ensuring impactful trans...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to solving complex environmental challenges. You will manage assessment activities and design remediation plans while overseeing project execution, collaborating with team...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer your career by leading complex engineering projects, applying advanced technical expertise, and mentoring a multidisciplinary team while ensuring compliance with standards and regulations thro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Collaborate with us to design and permit civil engineering projects, gaining expertise in site development for diverse projects while working in a dynamic and supportive environment that promotes prof...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $92K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Site/Civil Engineer, contributing to innovative planning and design for diverse land development projects. Embrace a collaborative environment and enhance your skills w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $102K *

Develop groundbreaking land development solutions, enhancing infrastructure through innovative engineering design and collaboration on diverse projects, while fostering a culture of continuous learnin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $110K *

Lead civil engineering projects, focusing on planning, design, and permitting for diverse land developments. Collaborate with team members while gaining hands-on experience in site/civil engineering d...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to innovative engineering solutions for diverse civil projects. Leverage your expertise in site design and development within a collaborative environment, while contributi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $104K *

Lead the charge in civil engineering design and planning for diverse land development projects, enhancing infrastructure solutions in a collaborative environment while fostering career growth and tech...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $103K *

Empower your career with impactful site/civil engineering projects. Lead in planning, design, and permitting for diverse land development and infrastructure initiatives, collaborating in a dynamic env...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Shape your career by joining a dynamic team, contributing to impactful civil engineering projects while gaining hands-on experience in site design, permitting, and project collaboration within a suppo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Coordinate and oversee multi-disciplinary projects in drinking water treatment, ensuring compliance and timely completion. Collaborate with engineers and specialists to develop designs and support bus...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion construction excellence by overseeing project execution, ensuring material procurement, maintaining documentation, and enhancing site operations. Leverage your expertise to lead teams and lia...

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

$116K - $197K *

Join a dynamic team to manage water/wastewater projects, ensuring successful delivery from planning to construction. Collaborate with engineers and clients, mentor staff, and foster relationships in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$116K - $197K *

Lead the charge in managing complex water/wastewater projects, ensuring successful delivery through planning, design, and construction phases while mentoring teams and fostering client relationships i...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$116K - $197K *

Join our dynamic team to manage water and wastewater projects, ensuring successful delivery from planning to construction. Collaborate with engineers and clients while fostering relationships and ment...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$116K - $197K *

Lead and manage complex water/wastewater projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while mentoring teams and fostering client relationships in a collaborative environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$116K - $197K *

Shape the future of water resources by managing complex projects, leading teams, and fostering client relationships in a collaborative environment focused on engineering excellence and professional gr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$116K - $197K *

Champion the management of water and wastewater projects, leading teams to deliver comprehensive engineering services. Engage with clients, mentor staff, and ensure project success through effective p...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Manage engineering projects by coordinating design, procurement, and inspections. Oversee technical aspects, ensure compliance, and maintain project schedules and budgets while collaborating with clie...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$81K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining and improving wastewater systems. Oversee daily operations, manage staff, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while enhancing community...

2 days ago

  •   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.