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.
Water Resources Planner / Scientist
$70K - $95K *
Pioneer sustainable water management solutions by supporting SGMA planning, watershed resilience, and groundwater recharge initiatives. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to analyze data, engage...
2 weeks ago
Environmental Engineering Support Specialist II
$108K - $118K *
Partner with us to drive environmental restoration projects, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while collaborating with stakeholders to achieve mission-critical milestones in the...
4 days ago
Staff Environmental Engineer I
$75K - $87K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team supporting environmental projects. Assist in field activities and technical tasks, ensuring effective investigation and remediation efforts while collaborating wit...
3 weeks ago
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) - Project Designer- Water Resources or Municipal
$72K - $90K *
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and manage diverse water resources and municipal projects, enhancing community infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions and client eng...
Reposted yesterday
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) - Project Designer- Water Resources or Municipal
$72K - $90K *
Optimize project design by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on water resources and municipal projects, ensuring effective planning, execution, and client engagement throughout the project li...
Reposted 5 days ago
Senior Engineer/Project Manager
$95K - $115K *
Empower the development of innovative transportation infrastructure projects by managing client coordination, overseeing design and engineering processes, and ensuring project scope, schedule, and bud...
Reposted 6 days ago
Environmental Engineer – Senior Level (Hybrid)
$100K - $125K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative environmental solutions. In this senior-level role, you'll manage complex projects, lead multidisciplinary teams, and develop effective remediatio...
Yesterday
Environmental Engineer – Senior Level (Hybrid)
$100K - $125K *
Drive impactful environmental solutions by managing complex remediation projects, leading multidisciplinary teams, and developing tailored strategies to address contaminated sites while ensuring compl...
Yesterday
Environmental Engineer – Senior Level (Hybrid)
$100K - $125K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful environmental solutions. In this senior-level role, you'll manage multidisciplinary projects, develop remediation strategies, and ensure compliance...
Yesterday
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of our team by driving innovative projects and leading cross-functional collaboration. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategy and enhance operational efficiency across...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Optimize water and wastewater utility projects through effective planning, project management and asset management. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders, ensuring successful project execution and r...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$83K - $116K *
Drive planning and forecasting for water/wastewater systems, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational effectiveness while collaborating with various stakeholders. Perform analyses and condition...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Technical Leader, Water Infrastructure
$110K - $130K *
Empower multidisciplinary teams by providing technical guidance and quality assurance for complex engineering projects, while fostering client relationships and enhancing internal capabilities in the...
3 weeks ago
Geohazard Intermediate Engineer - Water Crossings
$97K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing hydrotechnical hazards for pipelines, applying your expertise in hydrology and hydraulics to assess and mitigate risks in river and coastal environments. Collaborate with t...
5 days ago
Geohazard Intermediate Engineer - Water Crossings
$97K - $120K *
Optimize your career by supporting hydrotechnical hazard management for pipelines. Utilize your expertise in hydrology and hydraulics to assess and mitigate water-related risks in river and coastal en...
5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead and grow a regional water practice, driving strategic initiatives and delivering complex municipal projects while mentoring talent and enhancing client relationships across...
3 weeks ago
Water Resources Consultant - Senior Level (Hybrid)
$130K - $160K *
Join a dynamic team to lead growth in water resources consulting, driving strategic initiatives, client relationships, and project execution while fostering collaboration and innovation in a hybrid wo...
3 weeks ago
Principal Civil / Environmental Engineer
$156K - $218K *
Drive complex civil and environmental engineering projects, providing senior technical leadership and client advisory support. Oversee landfill closure, remediation, and gas mitigation systems while m...
2 weeks ago
Principal Civil / Environmental Engineer
$156K - $218K *
Shape the future of environmental engineering by leading complex projects in landfill closure, remediation, and gas mitigation. Provide senior technical leadership, mentor teams, and drive business gr...
2 weeks ago
Senior Projeect Manager (Water/Wastewater)
$110K - $225K *
Drive project success by leading teams, managing schedules, and ensuring client satisfaction. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality results while fostering a culture of safety and incl...
2 weeks ago
Senior Projeect Manager (Water/Wastewater)
$110K - $225K *
Lead the charge in managing large-scale construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Oversee project planning, risk management, and team development while fostering a...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Champion the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, leading multidisciplinary teams through all project phases while managing client relationships and ensuring quality outcomes acro...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive impactful water and wastewater projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing project lifecycles, and fostering client relationships to enhance civil infrastructure across Alberta...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive impactful water and wastewater projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing project lifecycles, and fostering client relationships to enhance civil infrastructure across Alberta...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Champion innovative water and wastewater projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful civil infrastructure solutions for diverse clients across Alberta, from planning through to proj...
1 week 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.