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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$105K - $184K *

Empower the future of water treatment by leading design teams and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior staff while delivering innovative solutions for compl...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $184K *

Drive innovative water treatment solutions by leading design teams and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior staff while delivering complex projects across t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Empower project success by leading high-impact transportation drainage initiatives, managing client relationships, and driving innovative solutions from concept to completion while ensuring compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative infrastructure solutions. Lead multidisciplinary projects, foster client relationships, and mentor engineering staff while ensuring successful pro...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $310K *

Lead the charge in hydraulic engineering for large-scale water resource projects, ensuring quality deliverables and fostering client relationships while mentoring future leaders and driving business g...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $310K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of hydraulic engineering for large-scale water resource projects. Lead initiatives, mentor talent, and drive business growth while ensuring quality and compliance...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $310K *

Shape the future of hydraulic engineering by leading large-scale water resource projects. Drive business growth, manage project deliverables, and mentor future leaders while ensuring quality and compl...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $310K *

Shape the future of hydraulic engineering by leading large-scale water resource projects, ensuring quality deliverables, and driving business growth through strategic client engagement and team leader...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $310K *

Transform your career by leading hydraulic engineering projects, driving business growth, and mentoring future leaders. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions for l...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $310K *

Join a team that's redefining hydraulic engineering for large water projects. Lead initiatives, manage risks, and mentor future leaders while ensuring quality deliverables and fostering client relatio...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $310K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of hydraulic engineering for large-scale water resource projects. Lead initiatives, mentor talent, and drive business growth while ensuring quality and compliance...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $155K *

Take ownership of project controls processes, ensuring effective scheduling, cost management, and reporting for multiple projects. Collaborate with teams to deliver projects on time and within budget...

6 days ago

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

$115K - $155K *

Champion project success by leading controls processes, ensuring deliverables meet budget and schedule. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, develop reports, and maintain effective project manageme...

6 days ago

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

$81K - $89K *

Transform complex service projects through effective commissioning, customer support, and issue resolution. Leverage technical expertise and strong people management skills to ensure optimal plant ope...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $89K *

Contribute to the successful commissioning of complex water treatment projects, ensuring optimal plant operations and customer satisfaction. Leverage technical expertise to resolve issues, implement i...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $89K *

Transform your career by leading complex service projects, optimizing plant operations, and providing exceptional customer support. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and enhance product design...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $89K *

Unlock the potential of complex services projects by leading commissioning efforts, optimizing plant operations, and ensuring exceptional customer support. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $89K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the commissioning of complex water treatment projects, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Leverage your technical expertise to resolve issues, optim...

Houston, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $89K *

Unlock potential by leading complex service projects, ensuring effective commissioning, optimizing plant operations, and delivering exceptional customer support. This role demands strong technical ski...

Feasterville Trevose, PARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $89K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee the commissioning of complex water treatment projects, ensuring optimal plant performance and customer satisfaction through expert support and problem resolution in a fa...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $310K *

Transform water resource projects by leading hydraulic engineering initiatives, ensuring quality deliverables, and fostering client relationships. Drive business growth while mentoring future leaders...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $89K *

Transform complex services projects by leading commissioning efforts, optimizing plant operations, and ensuring exceptional customer support. Drive continuous improvement and manage customer issues ef...

Atlanta, GARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $125K *

Join a dedicated team in operating a premier wastewater treatment facility, ensuring efficient processes and compliance with safety standards. This role involves monitoring equipment, performing maint...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $140K *

Partner with us to ensure environmental compliance and sustainability in civil construction projects. Conduct assessments, develop management plans, and collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and pr...

2 weeks ago

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

$102K - $182K *

Shape the future of Greensboro's water supply by leading critical operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing a robust drinking water treatment system to deliver safe, reliable water to t...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.