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.
$80K - $95K *
Transform your career by providing engineering and consulting services across diverse projects. Lead investigations, design plans, and ensure compliance while collaborating with clients and teams to d...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in delivering engineering and consulting services across diverse projects. Oversee investigations, analyses, and design while ensuring compliance and quality standards. Collaborate wit...
2 weeks ago
Industrial Water Business Development Lead
$164K - $255K *
Lead the charge in developing industrial water solutions by managing client relationships, pursuing strategic opportunities, and delivering innovative technical projects in a collaborative environment...
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Water Projects - Project Manager
$95K - $140K *
Reimagine project management by leading large-scale water filtration and treatment initiatives. Drive success through effective bidding, execution, and customer relationship management while ensuring...
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Water Projects - Project Manager
$95K - $140K *
Lead the charge in managing large-scale water filtration projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards while fostering client relationships and providing technical support. Drive project success...
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Water Projects - Project Manager
$95K - $140K *
Take ownership of large-scale water filtration and treatment projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver effective environmental solutions while...
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Water Projects - Project Manager
$95K - $140K *
Lead the charge in managing large-scale water filtration projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards while developing client relationships and providing technical support. Drive project succes...
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Water Projects - Project Manager
$95K - $140K *
Optimize large-scale water filtration and treatment projects while ensuring safety and compliance. Collaborate with clients and manage proposals, cost estimates, and project execution in a dynamic env...
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Water Projects - Project Manager
$95K - $140K *
Manage and oversee large-scale water filtration and treatment projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards while developing client relationships and providing technical support throughout proje...
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Water Projects - Project Manager
$95K - $140K *
Unlock your potential as a Project Manager, leading large-scale water filtration and treatment projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, manage proposals, and build customer relationships in...
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Water Projects - Project Manager
$95K - $140K *
Lead a dynamic team focused on managing large-scale water filtration and treatment projects. Drive project success through effective bidding, execution, and customer relationship management while ensu...
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Senior Environmental Engineer - Water Group
$105K - $184K *
Champion innovative water treatment solutions by leading design teams and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior staff to enhance project delivery and technic...
3 weeks ago
Senior Environmental Engineer - Water Group
$120K - $211K *
Champion innovative water treatment solutions by leading design teams and ensuring compliance with regulations. Engage with clients and mentor junior staff while delivering complex projects that enhan...
3 weeks ago
Senior Engineer - MS4 Program Manager
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in MS4 compliance programs, managing complex projects and collaborating with stakeholders. Bring your 10+ years of engineering expertise to guide clients through evolving regulations a...
1 week ago
Director, Operations (Water/Wastewater Utility)
$110K - $130K *
Transform utility operations by leading strategic initiatives in water and wastewater management across multiple states, ensuring compliance, budget oversight, and operational excellence while fosteri...
1 week ago
Regional Manager - Drinking Water / Wastewater - OH
$100K - $120K *
Manage regional operations for drinking water/wastewater, ensuring financial health, strategic growth, and client engagement. Lead project teams, foster relationships, and drive excellence in service...
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Regional Manager - Drinking Water / Wastewater - OH
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by leading drinking water and wastewater initiatives in Ohio. Drive strategic growth, manage client relationships, and ensure operational excellence while collaborating with stakeh...
Reposted 1 week ago
Regional Manager - Drinking Water / Wastewater - OH
$100K - $120K *
Join us to lead the drinking water and wastewater initiatives in Ohio, ensuring financial health, strategic growth, and client engagement. Drive operational excellence while fostering strong relations...
Reposted 1 week ago
Regional Manager - Drinking Water / Wastewater - OH
$100K - $120K *
Lead strategic initiatives in drinking water/wastewater management, ensuring financial health and operational excellence across Ohio. Drive growth through client engagement and collaboration while fos...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $121K *
Lead innovative roadway design projects across Ohio, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance transportation solutions, ensuring timely delivery and exceeding client expectations...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $121K *
Optimize roadway designs on diverse projects, collaborate with the team, and enhance client satisfaction while ensuring timely project deliveries throughout Ohio...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $121K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional roadway design solutions for ODOT projects. You will oversee design activities and collaborate closely with clients while ensuring project succes...
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Principal Water Resources Manager
$150K - $200K *
Champion water resources initiatives by leading client engagements, driving project excellence, and mentoring multidisciplinary teams. This role emphasizes strategic growth and technical oversight in...
2 weeks ago
Senior Environmental Engineer - Water Services Group
$120K - $211K *
Lead the charge in designing and delivering complex water treatment facilities. Collaborate with teams and clients, ensuring compliance with regulations while mentoring junior staff and contributing t...
3 weeks ago
Senior Environmental Engineer - Water Services Group
$105K - $184K *
Lead the design and delivery of complex water treatment facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with clients to meet their needs. Drive innovati...
3 weeks 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.