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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Preconstruction Manager - Water/Wastewater
$110K - $130K *
Empower preconstruction excellence by leading large-scale water projects. Oversee budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor management while mentoring teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure s...
3 weeks ago
Senior Preconstruction Manager - Water/Wastewater
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in preconstruction activities for large water projects, overseeing budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor management. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful project execution an...
3 weeks ago
Senior Preconstruction Manager - Water/Wastewater
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining preconstruction excellence in large water projects. Lead efforts in budgeting, estimating, and subcontractor management while mentoring a skilled team. Drive innovation a...
3 weeks ago
Transportation Hydraulics Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by leading innovative hydraulic engineering projects, from urban highways to stormwater management. Collaborate with clients and guide junior engineers while ensuring high-quality...
6 days ago
Environmental Engineer/Project Manager
$70K - $110K *
Champion environmental solutions by managing remediation projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and client satisfaction while making a positive impact...
1 week ago
Hydraulic Project Engineer / Project Coordinator - Water/Wastewater
$85K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative water and wastewater solutions. You'll manage project execution, coordinate teams, and support client relationships, making a tangible impact on m...
Yesterday
Senior Process Engineer - Industrial Water and Wastewater
$110K - $130K *
Lead and design innovative water and wastewater treatment systems for diverse industrial clients. Utilize advanced engineering techniques to tackle complex challenges while supervising junior engineer...
Reposted 3 days ago
Engineer Director of Wastewater Policy
$157K - $208K *
Transform wastewater management by leading strategic policy initiatives, overseeing asset management, and fostering stakeholder engagement to enhance Denver's infrastructure and sustainability efforts...
5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion innovative civil engineering design across diverse projects, from site development to infrastructure. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage permitting processes, and mentor junior...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager II or III (Wastewater Engineer)
$80K - $112K *
Empower the execution of complex wastewater capital projects by managing planning, design, and construction phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion within budget wh...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Project Engineer (Water Treatment/Potable Water)
$88K - $143K *
Advance your career by providing essential water services, including planning, design, and construction for drinking water systems. Collaborate on diverse projects addressing both routine and complex...
4 weeks ago
Structural Engineer, Municipal Water and Wastewater
$89K - $138K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of municipal water infrastructure. As a Structural Engineer, you'll lead designs for vital projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure complian...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Civil / Environmental Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Drive the planning and design of municipal water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver critical infrastructure solutions across North America, enhancing communit...
1 week ago
Transportation Hydraulics Engineer
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential in water resource projects by leading design and engineering efforts. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions, manage client relations, and drive business development w...
5 days ago
Water Resources Project Manager
$115K - $155K *
Drive impactful water resource projects by managing multidisciplinary teams, overseeing design and permitting processes, and ensuring successful project delivery in stormwater management and ecologica...
Reposted 1 week ago
Water Resources Project Manager
$115K - $155K *
Manage multidisciplinary teams to deliver stormwater and river restoration projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while overseeing project scopes, schedules, and budgets for successfu...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$150K - $250K *
Lead the charge in expanding our water/wastewater engineering practice through strategic planning, innovation, and team development. Shape market presence and deliver excellence in project management...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$110K - $130K *
Transform the water/wastewater engineering landscape by leading strategic initiatives, fostering team growth, and enhancing service delivery. Drive innovation and collaboration to elevate market prese...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$110K - $130K *
Elevate our water/wastewater engineering practice by leading strategic initiatives, fostering team growth, and driving innovation. This role offers the chance to shape market presence and enhance tech...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$150K - $250K *
Lead transformative water/wastewater projects, enhancing market presence and strategic planning. Collaborate with teams to ensure design excellence and propel business initiatives in a high-impact rol...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$110K - $130K *
Transform the water/wastewater engineering landscape by leading strategic initiatives, fostering team growth, and driving innovation to enhance market presence and technical excellence in a dynamic en...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Water Resources Engineer
$88K - $105K *
Lead hydrologic and hydraulic projects, ensuring compliance with FEMA regulations while mentoring teams and managing client relationships. Drive innovative solutions in floodplain management and water...
1 week ago
Water/Wastewater Production Manager
$80K - $95K *
Champion operational excellence by overseeing water production facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations, optimizing processes, and developing future leaders while engaging with the community a...
1 week ago
Environmental Engineer (Heavy Civil Construction)
$84K - $95K *
Lead the charge in integrating environmental services into business practices, ensuring compliance with regulations while collaborating with project teams to enhance sustainability and project managem...
Yesterday
Senior Stormwater Transportation Engineer
$126K - $161K *
Lead the charge in innovative stormwater engineering projects, managing a team to design and implement drainage solutions for diverse transportation infrastructure across the southeast, while fosterin...
3 weeks ago
What does a Water/Wastewater Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.