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.
Drainage/Stormwater Quality Engineer III
$100K - $125K *
Grow your career with us by applying your engineering expertise to complex drainage and stormwater projects. Collaborate with teams to design, evaluate, and implement innovative solutions while ensuri...
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Facilities Water/Waste Treatment Engineer(IWS)
$89K - $125K *
Champion the operation and maintenance of advanced water and waste systems, ensuring compliance and optimal functionality. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and enhance processes that supp...
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Sr. Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$161K - $274K *
Lead and manage water solutions projects, fostering client relationships and ensuring strategic execution for successful outcomes and financial success within the local office...
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Sr. Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing client relationships and executing strategic water projects, ensuring operational excellence and financial success in a dynamic engineering environment. Foster team develop...
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$80K - $95K *
Join our team to design and oversee innovative water resource management projects. Utilize your analytical skills and expertise to ensure compliance with environmental regulations while collaborating...
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$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by engineering tailored water treatment solutions for complex hydronic systems. Collaborate with field teams to ensure project success through effective planning, troubleshooting, and...
3 weeks ago
Environmental Manager, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading complex environmental projects in infrastructure. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure compliance with regulations while mentoring junior staff and deliverin...
1 week ago
Water Resources Engineer – Mid Level (Hybrid)
$80K - $100K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of water resources engineering. In this hybrid role, you'll collaborate with engineers and scientists on diverse projects, focusing on hydrologic and hydraulic mo...
2 weeks ago
Water Resources Engineer – Mid Level (Hybrid)
$90K - $105K *
Develop innovative solutions for water resources challenges, focusing on hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, stormwater planning, and flood control. Collaborate with clients and agencies to deliver imp...
2 weeks ago
Environmental Engineering Specialist
$73K - $92K *
Join a dedicated team to evaluate public water system applications, ensuring compliance with Safe Drinking Water regulations. Provide technical guidance and support inspections, contributing to enviro...
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Environmental Engineering Specialist
$73K - $92K *
Drive environmental protection initiatives by reviewing public water system applications, ensuring compliance with Safe Drinking Water regulations, and providing technical guidance to enhance public h...
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$181K - $227K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee planning, design, and construction of water/wastewater facilities. Lead projects, manage consultants, and ensure compliance while enhancing community infrastructure and...
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Senior Water/Wastewater Process Design Manager
$185K - $200K *
Lead the charge in innovative water and wastewater design, managing multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable solutions. Provide technical leadership, mentor staff, and enhance client relationshi...
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Drainage/Stormwater Quality Engineer II
$90K - $110K *
Contribute to innovative civil engineering projects by applying standard techniques and collaborating with teams on drainage and stormwater quality solutions for land development...
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Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$134K - $172K *
Lead and manage diverse water/wastewater projects for public utilities, ensuring effective planning, design, and construction phases while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff to...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $140K *
Explore exciting opportunities as a Water Resource Engineer/Planner, tackling complex modeling and planning projects while collaborating with a skilled team to enhance flood management and water resou...
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$100K - $140K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative water resource projects. Collaborate with engineers to tackle complex challenges in watershed and stormwater management, while advancing client goals through eff...
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$100K - $140K *
Take ownership of diverse water resource projects, using your expertise to lead modeling and planning efforts while collaborating with a skilled team to ensure sustainable and effective solutions...
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$100K - $140K *
Drive impactful water resource projects by collaborating with engineers and planners. Utilize your expertise in watershed modeling, flood analysis, and compliance to enhance sustainability and client...
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Drinking Water Treatment Process Engineer
$91K - $132K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing municipal drinking water systems. Leverage your engineering expertise to support diverse projects, collaborate with specialists, and contribute to innovative...
3 weeks ago
Drinking Water Treatment Process Engineer
$91K - $139K *
Join our team to support municipal drinking water projects, leveraging your engineering expertise. Collaborate with diverse specialists, manage multiple assignments, and contribute to innovative solut...
3 weeks ago
Chief Engineering and Science Officer
$186K - $279K *
Lead the charge in strategic oversight of engineering and environmental services, guiding critical infrastructure investments and compliance strategies to ensure sustainable growth and operational exc...
2 weeks ago
Senior Water Engineer/Practice Leader - Virginia
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading business development and technical projects in civil and geotechnical engineering. Collaborate with senior leadership to expand market presence and mentor staff while manag...
1 week ago
Water & Wastewater Treatment Project Manager
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in executing impactful water and wastewater treatment projects. Drive quality, profitability, and client satisfaction while managing schedules and budgets. Collaborate with teams to fo...
1 week ago
Supervising Engineers - Water and Storm/Sewer
$116K - $156K *
Drive engineering excellence by leading utility infrastructure programs, ensuring reliable and sustainable systems. Collaborate with teams to manage projects, develop staff, and address complex engine...
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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.