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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$126K - $211K *

Lead multi-discipline engineering teams to execute diverse water projects, ensuring quality and timeliness. Optimize budgets and schedules while mentoring staff and interfacing with clients for succes...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$72K - $90K *

Engage in multidisciplinary design for water resources and municipal projects. Utilize civil engineering skills to coordinate with teams, clients, and agencies while contributing to project planning...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$72K - $90K *

Elevate your career by applying civil engineering expertise in diverse water resources and municipal projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, plan, and execute impactful solutions...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$72K - $90K *

Empower your career by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on diverse water resources and municipal projects, enhancing community infrastructure through innovative design and engineering soluti...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in overseeing wastewater treatment projects for hyperscale data centers, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with performance standards. Collaborate with contractors and stakeholde...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Optimize Civil 3D content libraries and enhance project efficiency by managing templates, styles, and assemblies. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and quality across all design phases, driv...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $180K *

Optimize project delivery by leading water and wastewater construction initiatives, ensuring adherence to budget and schedule while fostering client relationships and team performance across diverse m...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Make your mark at the forefront of ultrapure water treatment solutions. As a key technical leader, you'll drive system integration and optimize processes for the microelectronics industry, ensuring pr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining ultrapure water solutions. As a key technical leader, you'll drive innovative designs and optimize systems for the microelectronics industry, ensuring project success thr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative ultrapure water treatment solutions. As a key technical partner, you'll leverage your expertise to optimize system designs, ensuring compliance and efficiency...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Process Engineer, leveraging your expertise to design and optimize ultrapure water treatment systems for the microelectronics industry, ensuring project success through innova...

Phoenix, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $133K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing wastewater management through innovative engineering solutions. Lead a skilled team, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive strategic initiatives for efficie...

6 days ago

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

$88K - $143K *

Empower communities by designing impactful public works projects. Collaborate with clients on diverse infrastructure initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and drive project success through innovative...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $143K *

Empower your career as a Project Engineer in Public Works, engaging with diverse municipal projects. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior staff while driving impactful infrastructure solutions a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $143K *

Join our Public Works team as a Project Engineer, where you'll design municipal infrastructure, engage with clients, and mentor junior staff across diverse projects in the public sector...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $143K *

Join our Public Works team as a Project Engineer, where you'll design municipal infrastructure, engage with clients, and mentor junior staff across diverse projects in the public sector. Your expertis...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $143K *

Shape the future of public infrastructure by leading diverse projects, engaging with clients, and mentoring junior engineers. This role offers a dynamic environment focused on community impact and pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $143K *

Champion innovative public infrastructure projects, engaging with clients and mentoring junior engineers. Drive diverse initiatives in utilities, road reconstructions, and more, while ensuring complia...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $143K *

Grow your career with a dynamic Public Works team, engaging in diverse municipal projects. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior engineers while contributing to impactful community infrastructure...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $143K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing public infrastructure through diverse projects. As a Project Engineer, you'll engage with clients, design municipal systems, and mentor junior staff while con...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $143K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing public infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions. Collaborate with local clients on diverse projects, from utilities to parks, while mentoring j...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $143K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing diverse public works projects, enhancing community infrastructure while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior engineers in a collaborative, emp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $143K *

Transform public infrastructure by leading diverse projects in utilities, roads, and parks. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance and technical excellence in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Play a key role in delivering innovative municipal engineering projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while mentoring junior staff and fostering strong client re...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Champion the delivery of complex engineering projects, overseeing multiple teams while ensuring technical excellence and alignment with company standards. Drive strategic initiatives, mentor staff, an...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.