Water/Wastewater Engineer Jobs

Water and wastewater engineers design, improve, and manage the systems that deliver clean water and safely treat wastewater. Their work supports public health, environmental protection, and the reliable operation of communities and industries. Explore vetted Water/Wastewater Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Water/Wastewater Engineers Do

Depending on their role and area of expertise, these engineers may plan water treatment and wastewater facilities, evaluate collection and distribution networks, develop infrastructure upgrades, and oversee construction or commissioning. They may also assess system performance, recommend solutions for aging assets, prepare technical reports, and coordinate with clients, contractors, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering, along with experience in water or wastewater projects. Useful qualifications can include knowledge of treatment processes, hydraulics, process design, regulatory requirements, and engineering software such as CAD or modeling tools. Project management, communication, and problem-solving skills are also valuable. Professional Engineer licensure may be preferred or required for roles involving design approval or responsible charge.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Water and wastewater engineers work for consulting firms, utilities, government agencies, construction companies, and industrial organizations. Career paths may lead to senior engineering, project management, technical leadership, operations, or engineering management positions. Specializations can include treatment plant design, water resources, conveyance systems, industrial wastewater, and infrastructure resilience.

Find Water/Wastewater Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted engineering opportunities and identify roles aligned with your experience, specialty, and career goals. Ladders focuses on professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore their next opportunity in water and wastewater engineering.

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$88K - $159K *

Lead the charge in managing comprehensive water services, from planning to construction, addressing diverse drinking water system needs while mentoring staff and engaging with clients and the communit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $200K *

Shape the future of water management by leading the design and optimization of treatment systems, ensuring compliance and safety while managing projects from conception to completion...

2 days ago

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

$140K - $200K *

Drive the design and management of water treatment systems, ensuring safety and compliance while optimizing efficiency and environmental standards through innovative engineering solutions...

2 days ago

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

$140K - $200K *

Deliver innovative solutions in water treatment systems, ensuring safety and compliance. Lead design, optimize processes, and manage projects from conception to completion, enhancing public health and...

2 days ago

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

$140K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and optimizing water treatment systems, ensuring safety and compliance while managing projects from conception to completion in a dynamic environment...

2 days ago

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

$140K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing water treatment systems, ensuring safety and compliance while managing projects from conception to completion. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastruct...

2 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to environmental excellence, providing leadership in aquatic resource assessments and regulatory permitting. Drive project success through mentoring and collaboration whil...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful projects on time and within budget. As a key management representative, you'll oversee project planning, scheduling, and execution while ensuring...

2 weeks ago

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

$76K - $90K *

Advance your career by designing innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance municipal systems, ensuring compliance and efficiency while developing your...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$76K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Contribute to municipal improvements and advance your career in a collaborative environment focused o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$76K - $90K *

Unlock your potential as you design innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team, enhance your technical skills, and contribute to impactful municipal impro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$76K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team to design and enhance municipal water and wastewater systems. This role offers opportunities in technical design, project management, and business development, ensuring impactful c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing engineering for diverse water projects. Lead multi-discipline teams, oversee budgets, and ensure client satisfaction while driving innovative solutions in water and was...

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful water and wastewater projects by leading design, planning and collaboration efforts in a dynamic team environment focused on enhancing municipal infrastructure and community health...

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

$95K - $109K *

Elevate your career by tackling complex water resources challenges. Join a dynamic team to design and deliver innovative solutions for stormwater management, floodplain mapping, and hydrologic analyse...

2 weeks ago

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

$99K - $113K *

Lead impactful water resources engineering projects, mentoring junior staff while enhancing infrastructure across multiple regions. Collaborate with clients and design teams to deliver quality solutio...

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

$99K - $113K *

Lead the charge in innovative water resources engineering projects, managing design services for transportation improvements while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with clients to enhance nati...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $109K *

Lead the charge in innovative water resources projects, tackling stormwater management, floodplain mapping, and hydraulic analyses. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective soluti...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $109K *

Join our team to tackle complex water resources challenges, enhancing stormwater management and floodplain mapping. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for public...

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $184K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering complex water and wastewater treatment facilities. Collaborate with teams and clients, ensuring compliance with regulations while mentoring junior staff and...

4 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of municipal infrastructure by leveraging your expertise in water and wastewater systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design impactful projects that enhance community resources...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $166K *

Drive innovative solutions in water and wastewater treatment as a licensed Professional Engineer. Collaborate with a supportive team to enhance critical infrastructure, mentor junior engineers, and le...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $192K *

Champion large-scale water and wastewater projects by leading design, construction, and startup phases. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions while managing budgets, schedules, and cl...

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's transforming water infrastructure projects. Lead diverse design and construction initiatives, manage project scopes, and collaborate with clients to deliver impactful solutions on a...

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

$109K - $182K *

Take ownership of large-scale water and wastewater infrastructure projects while leading design, construction, and startup phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project delivery al...

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Water/Wastewater Engineer do?question toggle

    A Water/Wastewater Engineer plans, designs, evaluates, or manages systems and facilities for drinking water supply, wastewater collection, and treatment. Responsibilities vary by employer and may include technical design, project coordination, regulatory compliance, and infrastructure upgrades.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Water/Wastewater Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many positions ask for a bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering and relevant project experience. Employers may also value treatment-process knowledge, engineering software skills, strong communication, and a Professional Engineer license, depending on the role.

  • Where do Water/Wastewater Engineers work?question toggle

    They work at engineering consulting firms, water and wastewater utilities, government agencies, construction companies, and industrial organizations.

  • What career paths are available in water and wastewater engineering?question toggle

    Professionals may advance into senior engineering, project management, technical leadership, operations, or engineering management. Other paths include specializing in treatment facilities, water resources, conveyance, industrial wastewater, or infrastructure resilience.

  • Can I find Water/Wastewater Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including opportunities for experienced candidates in water and wastewater engineering. Availability and compensation vary by position and location.