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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$80K - $95K *

Develop groundbreaking land development solutions, enhancing infrastructure through innovative engineering design and collaboration on diverse projects, while fostering a culture of continuous learnin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape your career by joining a dynamic team, contributing to impactful civil engineering projects while gaining hands-on experience in site design, permitting, and project collaboration within a suppo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $102K *

Contribute to the planning and design of diverse civil engineering projects, enhancing land development efforts through innovative solutions and strong collaboration in a dynamic environment focused o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $102K *

Unlock new possibilities as you design and permit civil engineering projects, collaborating on a range of site/civil challenges in land development. Thrive in a supportive team environment that foster...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by driving engineering solutions in civil design, planning, and permitting for diverse infrastructure and land development projects. Collaborate within a dynamic team, fostering pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Collaborate with us to design and permit civil engineering projects, gaining expertise in site development for diverse projects while working in a dynamic and supportive environment that promotes prof...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $92K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Site/Civil Engineer, contributing to innovative planning and design for diverse land development projects. Embrace a collaborative environment and enhance your skills w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $110K *

Lead civil engineering projects, focusing on planning, design, and permitting for diverse land developments. Collaborate with team members while gaining hands-on experience in site/civil engineering d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to innovative engineering solutions for diverse civil projects. Leverage your expertise in site design and development within a collaborative environment, while contributi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $104K *

Lead the charge in civil engineering design and planning for diverse land development projects, enhancing infrastructure solutions in a collaborative environment while fostering career growth and tech...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $103K *

Empower your career with impactful site/civil engineering projects. Lead in planning, design, and permitting for diverse land development and infrastructure initiatives, collaborating in a dynamic env...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $220K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee construction projects, manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractor agreements, ensuring timely delivery and quality execution while mentoring teammates and resolving co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic environmental team, managing diverse projects, and driving business growth while ensuring exceptional client service and regulatory compliance in a collaborative...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage complex environmental projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering client relationships across municipal stormwater and wastewater initiatives in South...

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

$127K - $212K *

Join a team that drives water and wastewater projects through collaborative delivery methods. Your role will focus on managing complex projects, enhancing teamwork with clients and designers, and ensu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $92K *

Unlock manufacturing excellence by analyzing processes, enhancing workflows, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with teams to implement solutions that boost efficiency, qualit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$250K - $300K *

Elevate the future of water infrastructure by leading innovative projects in design and construction administration. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver high-quality solutions in the water/w...

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

$250K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team to lead water/wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring quality delivery and client satisfaction. Drive project planning, design, and construction administration across the regi...

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

$250K - $300K *

Unlock your potential by leading water/wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, engage clients, and manage multi-disciplinary tasks to deliver high-quality solutions in a dy...

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing inventory strategy and enhancing business performance across luxury home design products, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure product availability and exceptional...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$115K - $142K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical engineering efforts on a major wastewater treatment project. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, efficiency, and quality in construction, while managing...

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

$66K - $101K *

Transform the future of water resources by supporting civil engineering projects. Collaborate with project teams to deliver innovative solutions for dams, bridges, and fish facilities, ensuring succes...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing public infrastructure through effective capital project management. Lead a skilled team, oversee major projects, and ensure compliance with engineering standa...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$115K - $150K *

Grow your career by leading transportation design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior engineers. Drive impactful infrastructure solutions while managing budgets...

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

$108K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex civil engineering projects in hydro power generation. Collaborate with innovative teams to ensure safety, quality, and cost efficiency while shaping infrastruc...

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

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.