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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$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead impactful civil engineering projects, guiding capital improvements from design to construction while collaborating with public agencies and enhancing community infrastructure...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$60K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing your construction engineering skills while supporting project management and inspections for government projects. Contribute to construction solutions through...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $125K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team managing diverse municipal infrastructure projects. Leverage your engineering expertise to deliver public sector solutions on time and within budget while building...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $120K *

Contribute to successful construction projects by providing engineering oversight, quality control and effective communication while ensuring adherence to design specifications and safety standards in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $152K *

Shape innovative engineering solutions by designing, analyzing, and improving mechanical systems. Collaborate on projects, manage field visits, and apply technical expertise to enhance product perform...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $152K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that designs and improves engineering systems. Utilize your expertise to analyze, develop, and manage projects while ensuring quality and compliance in a fas...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$111K - $167K *

Join a dynamic team to design, analyze, and improve engineering systems while managing projects and ensuring compliance with standards. Utilize your expertise to tackle complex challenges and drive in...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $152K *

Transform engineering concepts into reality by designing, analyzing, and improving systems. Collaborate on projects, manage field visits, and ensure compliance through effective communication and prob...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $137K *

Contribute to innovative engineering solutions by designing, analyzing, and improving mechanical systems. Collaborate on projects, manage field visits, and apply your expertise to enhance product perf...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Elevate New York City's water and sewer operations by directing maintenance, capital planning, and compliance initiatives. Lead diverse teams to ensure high-quality service delivery and infrastructure...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Oversee the operation and maintenance of NYC's water and sewer systems, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Lead capital planning and digital transformation initiatives while managing diverse team...

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions on large-scale transportation projects while guiding a talented team and ensuring quality client outcomes through meticulous design...

3 weeks ago

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

$112K - $187K *

Join a dynamic waste management team in a senior engineering role, leading projects and delivering sustainable solutions for diverse clients while mentoring junior staff and promoting health and safet...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic engineering section focused on water resources and flood control. Drive innovative solutions, manage teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve impact...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K - $140K *

Engage in managing environmental compliance and permitting projects while leading client-focused assessments and remediation efforts. Collaborate across disciplines to uphold industry standards and dr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Join a team that's transforming environmental compliance with innovative strategies. Manage diverse projects in permitting, audits, and remediation while leveraging industry expertise to meet client e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Champion effective environmental compliance and permitting projects while managing diverse and complex assessments in various sectors, leveraging technical expertise to enhance practices and deliver i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage and execute engineering projects, providing expert analysis, design, and compliance review while ensuring effective communication with clients and project teams across diverse sectors for optim...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Help us deliver innovative engineering solutions across diverse projects. You'll lead investigations, perform analyses, and ensure compliance while collaborating with clients and teams to drive projec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by providing vital engineering and consulting services across diverse projects. Engage in field investigations, engineering analyses, and client collaboration to ensure project suc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's redefining geotechnical engineering through innovative consulting services. Engage in diverse projects, lead investigations, and drive analytical solutions while collaborating with...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of geotechnical engineering by providing expert consulting and project management across diverse sectors. Collaborate with a team to deliver high-quality analysis, design, and impleme...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $90K *

Help us shape the future of engineering solutions by delivering expert consulting and analysis in diverse projects, ensuring quality and compliance while enhancing your expertise through hands-on coll...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to conducting impactful environmental assessments and analyses. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to support transportation projects, ensuring compliance and sust...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $105K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading construction and commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with technical standards, and mentoring team members to achieve project success...

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  •   Less than 5 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.