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Dewberry

Entry Level Water/Wastewater Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$81K - $84K/yr

Dewberry is currently seeking an Entry Level Water/Wastewater Engineer to help execute municipal water and wastewater projects in our Denver, CO business unit. This is an excellent opportunity for a ...

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How much do entry level water wastewater engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level water wastewater engineer in the United States is $100,181.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,000.00 and $123,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Entry Level Water Wastewater Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Water Wastewater Engineer, you typically need a bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering along with a basic understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes. Familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS, hydraulic modeling software, and relevant regulations such as EPA standards is important, and obtaining an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification can be advantageous. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and a willingness to work collaboratively help distinguish top performers. These competencies are essential to ensuring that water and wastewater systems are designed, operated, and maintained safely and efficiently while meeting regulatory standards.

What is an Entry Level Water Wastewater Engineer job?

An Entry Level Water Wastewater Engineer is a junior engineer responsible for assisting in the design, analysis, and implementation of water and wastewater treatment systems. They work under the guidance of senior engineers to develop infrastructure solutions for water distribution, sewage collection, and treatment facilities. Their tasks may include preparing reports, conducting site inspections, performing hydraulic modeling, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. This role requires knowledge of civil or environmental engineering principles, as well as proficiency in design software and regulatory standards. It is an essential position for maintaining public health and environmental sustainability.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect as an Entry Level Water Wastewater Engineer?

As an Entry Level Water Wastewater Engineer, you'll typically assist with designing water and wastewater treatment facilities, performing site assessments, analyzing laboratory and field data, and preparing technical reports and plans under the supervision of senior engineers. You may also participate in field inspections, support construction oversight, and coordinate with regulatory agencies and clients. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—including civil, environmental, and mechanical engineers—is common, giving you exposure to diverse aspects of project delivery. This hands-on project involvement is a valuable opportunity to build practical experience, develop technical skills, and set the foundation for future advancement in the field.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Water Wastewater Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,181 per year, or $48.2 per hour.
Entry Level Water/Wastewater Engineer

Entry Level Water/Wastewater Engineer

Dewberry

Charlotte, NC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Dewberry rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


Dewberry has an excellent career opportunity available for an Entry Level Water / Wastewater Engineer in our Charlotte, NC office to join our growing Water Group. This individual will support a wide range of water and wastewater infrastructure projects for diverse public and private sector clients. The successful candidate will collaborate and work within multi-disciplined teams on the planning, engineering, and design of water and wastewater systems, including pump stations, pipelines, storage facilities, treatment systems, and other related infrastructure. Responsibilities may span all phases of project delivery, from conceptual planning and design through construction support. This is an excellent career opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented individual to join a team of outstanding professionals and apply the latest technologies to help clients solve complex water and wastewater challenges.
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.
Required Skills & Required Experience
  • BS in Civil Engineering required, Masters preferred.
  • 0-2 years' experience.
  • Previous internship experience preferred.
  • Solid oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency using AutoCAD preferred.
  • Desire to work in a team environment.
  • Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam is preferred but not required.

Don't meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees. So if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.
*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.
Notice to Third Party Recruiters: Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information.
Program Information
As an entry-level hire, you'll be part of a class of peers with 0-1 year of professional experience. Our entry-level program comes together on a regular basis for professional development events and team building activities led by an advisory team to:
  • Form lasting connections with peers in your class.
  • Gain a better understanding of career growth and meaningful opportunities to align with your professional goals.
  • Expand your knowledge of Dewberry and what we do.

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