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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$88K - $105K *

Empower your career by leading electrical engineering projects, ensuring design excellence and client satisfaction while collaborating across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions in various sec...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $136K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to lead water and wastewater projects, ensuring effective planning, design, and execution while collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance community...

1 week ago

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

$134K - $201K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering complex mechanical systems for energy and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency while mentoring junior engineers and managing multidis...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $102K *

Empower environmental compliance by overseeing document preparation, advising on regulations, and coordinating field studies. Collaborate with stakeholders to address complex water resource challenges...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $149K *

Lead the charge in managing water and wastewater systems, developing policies, and ensuring compliance. Oversee resources, staff, and community relations to achieve operational goals and enhance servi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$149K - $259K *

Champion environmental remediation projects by leading investigations, managing teams, and driving client relationships. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to deliver innovative solutions and...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$142K - $247K *

Champion environmental solutions by leading complex remediation projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor early career staff, and drive business development while ensuring client sati...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$142K - $247K *

Lead the charge in complex environmental remediation projects, driving technical excellence and client relationships while mentoring early career staff and contributing to business development efforts...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $259K *

Join our team to lead complex environmental remediation projects, mentor staff, and drive business development. You'll manage investigations, cleanup actions, and collaborate with multidisciplinary te...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $236K *

Join a team that's tackling complex environmental projects, leading investigations and remediation efforts while mentoring staff and driving business development in a collaborative environment focused...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful environmental remediation projects by leading investigations, managing teams, and fostering client relationships. Leverage your expertise to enhance project delivery and contribute to...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by supporting Major Projects in geotechnical engineering, focusing on pavement design and analysis. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions from ince...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Manage diverse water and wastewater projects, ensuring client satisfaction and effective delivery while leading business development and project teams across Northern Alberta...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focusing on ODOT design projects. Leverage your 10-20 years of project management expertise to ensure timely delivery of high-quality transportation engineering so...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Join a team that's transforming transportation through innovative roadway design. Leverage your expertise in ODOT-type projects while collaborating closely with clients and engineers to exceed expecta...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Drive successful engineering outcomes by leading roadway design projects, collaborating with a diverse team to enhance transportation infrastructure across Ohio, ensuring client satisfaction through h...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Deliver outstanding roadway design solutions for diverse highway projects, ensuring client satisfaction while managing design teams and collaborating with stakeholders to meet project goals in Ohio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to lead impactful projects in civil engineering, enhancing urban infrastructure through innovative water and transportation solutions. Inspire a team while delivering excellence from p...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $92K *

Drive environmental compliance by overseeing engineering projects, ensuring adherence to regulations, and protecting natural resources. Engage with agencies and provide training to staff while monitor...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $107K *

Empower excellence in water reclamation management by orchestrating operations, overseeing technical activities, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards while leading a diverse team...

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

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of innovative solutions by leading cross-functional teams, driving project success, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement strategic initiati...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing multidisciplinary projects related to tailings, water, and environment for the mining sector, ensuring successful execution while building strong client relationships and c...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $225K *

Lead and innovate environmental engineering strategies, overseeing complex remediation projects while managing a dynamic team of professionals and ensuring compliance with federal regulations in a col...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $225K *

Drive environmental engineering excellence by leading remediation projects and teams. Provide strategic oversight on complex designs, ensuring compliance with regulations while advising on risk and mi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $250K *

Join our team as the senior technical expert in environmental engineering, leading complex remediation projects and guiding a talented team while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and strat...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business 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.