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.
Principal-Water/Wastewater Engineer
$170K - $200K *
Transform the future of water/wastewater engineering by leading practice growth, client development, and strategic initiatives across California. Leverage your expertise to establish a trusted enginee...
1 week ago
Principal-Water/Wastewater Engineer
$170K - $200K *
Grow your career with a leadership role in expanding a Water/Wastewater practice. Drive strategic development, client relationships, and project oversight while leveraging your expertise to establish...
1 week ago
Principal-Water/Wastewater Engineer
$170K - $200K *
Lead the charge in establishing a new Water/Wastewater practice across California, driving strategic growth, client relationships, and project oversight while mentoring a multidisciplinary team to del...
1 week ago
Water/ Wastewater Assistant Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
Contribute to transformative water and wastewater projects, collaborating with a diverse team to design and manage systems that enhance community well-being and ensure sustainable practices across var...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in designing impactful water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor emerging engineers, and drive business development while ensuring quality an...
1 week ago
Water/Wastewater Project Manager
$90K - $110K *
Manage and oversee multidiscipline water/wastewater projects, ensuring effective design, planning, and execution for municipal clients. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that enha...
4 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of water and wastewater projects by leading design and management efforts, collaborating with diverse clients, and mentoring team members to deliver innovative solutions in the Mid-At...
Reposted 6 days ago
Staff Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater
$120K - $201K *
Unlock your potential by leading electrical design for impactful water/wastewater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, provide expert guidance, and drive business growth while enhancing technical...
Reposted 1 week ago
Project Engineer - Water & Wastewater
$85K - $125K *
Deliver innovative engineering solutions for water and wastewater projects, managing multiple assignments while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence. Collaborate with diverse teams and men...
2 weeks ago
Intermediate Civil Engineer- Water
$80K - $95K *
Discover an exciting opportunity to lead water and wastewater projects, applying your civil engineering expertise to enhance municipal infrastructure across Alberta. Collaborate with diverse teams and...
1 week ago
Intermediate Civil Engineer- Water
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to design and deliver innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Contribute to diverse municipal and industrial initiatives, enhancing community resilience and sustai...
1 week ago
Intermediate Civil Engineer- Water
$80K - $95K *
Transform the future of water infrastructure by applying your civil engineering expertise to design and deliver innovative water and wastewater conveyance projects for diverse clients across Alberta...
1 week ago
Intermediate Civil Engineer- Water
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading the design and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance community services across Alberta, ensuring rel...
2 weeks ago
Intermediate Civil Engineer- Water
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of water infrastructure by applying your civil engineering expertise to diverse projects, from municipal systems to major infrastructure initiatives, ensuring rel...
2 weeks ago
Intermediate Civil Engineer- Water
$80K - $95K *
Advance your career by joining our team to design and deliver innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to impactful municipal en...
2 weeks ago
Water/Wastewater Project Lead CM
$114K - $141K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of municipal water and wastewater projects. Lead diverse initiatives from planning to construction, while mentoring junior staff and driving client relationships...
3 weeks ago
Water/Wastewater Project Lead CM
$131K - $162K *
Lead the charge in managing municipal water and wastewater projects, driving innovation and collaboration across teams. Grow into a leadership role while delivering quality solutions for clients in Up...
3 weeks ago
Water/Wastewater Project Lead CM
$114K - $141K *
Transform municipal water and wastewater projects by leading teams, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships. Drive innovation and growth in a collaborative environment while mentoring jun...
3 weeks ago
Water/Wastewater Project Lead CM
$122K - $151K *
Lead municipal water and wastewater projects, managing all phases from planning to construction. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure quality and efficiency while driving business growth and m...
3 weeks ago
Senior Water Resources Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team as a senior technical leader in hydraulic and hydrologic modelling, focusing on wastewater and stormwater systems. Drive excellence through mentoring, technical reviews, and innova...
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Senior Water Resources Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by leading hydraulic and hydrologic modelling projects. Drive technical excellence, mentor emerging talent, and collaborate on impactful solutions for urban water systems across No...
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Senior Water Resources Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Join our team to lead hydraulic and hydrologic modelling projects, mentoring junior staff while ensuring technical excellence in wastewater and stormwater systems. Collaborate across North America to...
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Senior Water Resources Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing hydraulic and hydrologic modelling. In this hands-on leadership role, you'll mentor staff, solve complex modelling challenges, and ensure technical excellence...
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Senior Water Resources Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing hydraulic and hydrologic modelling. In this senior role, you'll lead complex projects, mentor emerging talent, and ensure technical excellence across municipa...
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Senior Water Resources Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing hydraulic and hydrologic modelling. In this senior role, you'll lead complex projects, mentor emerging talent, and ensure technical excellence across municipa...
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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.