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 *

Join a dynamic water/wastewater team to lead diverse engineering projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with clients and agencies...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to impactful water resources projects as a project manager, overseeing design and implementation phases. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality outcomes in urban se...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead and oversee urban water resources projects, managing all phases from planning to construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and ensure high-quality deliverables...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Explore your potential as a Project Manager, leading innovative water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets, and cultivate client relationships to advance w...

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

$140K - $180K *

Join a team that's leading municipal drinking water projects, focusing on innovative solutions for lead service line replacements and water distribution infrastructure. Leverage your expertise to ment...

1 week ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative municipal drinking water projects, focusing on lead service line replacements and infrastructure improvements. Oversee project execution, mentor teams, and str...

1 week ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Elevate municipal water projects by leading innovative solutions in drinking water infrastructure. Manage multidisciplinary teams, enhance client relationships, and drive project success from planning...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to lead and manage diverse water/wastewater engineering projects, ensuring quality and compliance while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff. Drive critical infrastr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Drive your career forward as a Civil Engineer Project Manager, leading Water/Wastewater projects. Collaborate with teams, manage client relationships, and mentor others while ensuring project success...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex Water/Wastewater projects. Leverage your 10+ years of experience to mentor others, develop client relationships, and drive successful project outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Manage and oversee complex Water/Wastewater projects, ensuring client satisfaction and team collaboration. Leverage your expertise to drive business development and mentor junior engineers while maint...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $150K *

Join a team that's focused on innovative stormwater management solutions. Leverage your engineering expertise to design systems that protect communities and the environment while collaborating across...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $147K *

Help us drive innovative solutions in water/wastewater engineering while leading projects and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to improve utility infrastructure and treatment processes...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of municipal infrastructure by delivering innovative hydraulic modeling and design solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance stormwater management and conveyance...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex civil engineering projects, mentoring teams, and driving client relationships. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions in the Water/Wastewate...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative wastewater engineering projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to design and implement high-quality infrastructure solutions while ensuring exceptio...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $142K *

Play a key role in advancing Water/Wastewater projects by leading planning, design, and execution efforts. Mentor emerging engineers while fostering client relationships and ensuring project success t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $194K *

Join a team that supports municipal wastewater treatment projects across the nation. Leverage your engineering expertise on complex designs while collaborating with multidisciplinary professionals to...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead municipal water and wastewater engineering projects from planning to construction, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions and men...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Engineer impactful solutions by leading multi-discipline teams on large-scale water and wastewater projects. Oversee engineering deliverables, manage client relations, and drive team performance to de...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$125K - $145K *

Drive impactful water/wastewater projects by leveraging your expertise in planning, design, and technical analysis. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions within budget and ti...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to manage water/wastewater projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Collaborate with professionals, establish client relations, and oversee project financials while foste...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform water and wastewater projects by leading teams, managing complex designs, and ensuring client satisfaction while fostering collaboration and technical excellence across the organization...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic team as you design innovative electrical systems for water and wastewater facilities. Leverage your expertise in Revit and AutoCAD while collaborating on impactful projects that enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Transform municipal infrastructure by leading engineering projects to enhance water solutions, guiding client interactions, and ensuring compliance with technical standards while fostering relationshi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.