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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$112K - $187K *

Lead a dynamic team in delivering innovative waste management solutions across North America. Utilize your extensive engineering expertise to oversee projects, mentor staff, and foster client relation...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Partner with us to lead innovative waste management projects, driving sustainable solutions and technical excellence while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff in a collaborative...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design and deliver innovative drainage solutions for transportation and site development projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and enhancing infrastructure acros...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Lead innovative drainage design for diverse transportation and site projects. Utilize your expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic analyses to enhance infrastructure solutions while collaborating with a...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$64K - $95K *

Drive impactful water resources projects by collaborating with a dynamic team, utilizing your technical expertise in hydrology and hydraulics to deliver high-quality results and support sustainable en...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$68K - $95K *

Engage in diverse hydrologic and hydraulic projects, collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality results. Contribute to watershed studies, modeling, and design, while ensuring adherence...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform civil engineering projects by leveraging your drainage expertise to design and deliver innovative solutions for transportation and site development. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhanc...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of civil engineering by tackling complex projects, providing expert guidance, and leading innovative designs that address critical infrastructure challenges and e...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading engineering teams and overseeing complex civil projects. You'll prepare specifications, resolve engineering challenges, and ensure quality compliance while providing tec...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead geotechnical investigations and design for major civil projects, ensuring safety and compliance. Collaborate on levees, channels, and shore protection initiatives while overseeing project specifi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $110K *

Unlock potential by ensuring environmental compliance and safety on-site. Collaborate with teams to exceed regulatory standards while leading audits and inspections. Drive initiatives that promote sus...

Yesterday

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

$90K - $166K *

Engineer impactful water projects by managing design tasks, coordinating with teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Contribute to diverse municipal engineering projects that enhance...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $155K *

Engage in impactful water infrastructure projects, managing design tasks and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance community health and sustainability. Drive project success through t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $198K *

Champion the design and analysis of water and wastewater pipelines, overseeing complex infrastructure projects while mentoring teams and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful drainage design for diverse transportation projects, collaborating with a supportive team to exceed client expectations while enhancing your career through tailored development plans a...

6 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing cutting-edge HMI application software. Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure successful implementation and training, while adhering to be...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of drinking water by leading impactful municipal projects, managing client relationships, and delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that ensure safe water access for communi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $102K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex water resources projects, ensuring successful design and implementation while adhering to budgets and quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders and mentor ju...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in innovative water resources engineering projects, ensuring successful completion within budget and schedule. Collaborate with teams on municipal infrastructure, stormwater management...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $102K *

Unlock your potential by leading diverse water resources projects, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating with teams to deliver innovative solutions in municipal infrastructure and sustai...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $149K *

Shape the future of community development by leading diverse civil engineering projects. Collaborate with teams to design, analyze, and deliver innovative infrastructure solutions while mentoring juni...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse civil engineering projects, collaborating with teams to design and analyze infrastructure solutions while mentoring junior staff and ensuring quality control throug...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Unlock potential by tackling complex environmental challenges through engineering evaluations, compliance audits, and client consulting. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop innovative solutions...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers on diverse civil projects, ensuring quality deliverables and client satisfaction while managing budgets, timelines, and regulatory compliance across multiple initia...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative civil engineering solutions while leading diverse teams on impactful dam, power, and infrastructure projects. Drive project success through effective client engagement, technical e...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.