Remote Wastewater Engineer Jobs
Remote wastewater engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first engineering firms, distributed environmental consultancies, and municipal infrastructure teams that have shifted to hybrid and fully remote models. Companies hiring right now include Consor, Summit Engineering, and Short Elliott Hendrickson, with active demand in water resources, environmental services, and civil infrastructure. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About GMB
GMB is a premier, 85-person multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm headquartered in Salisbury, MD. For decades, we have partnered with municipalities, counties, and private clients across the Delmarva Peninsula and the Western Shore of Maryland to deliver critical infrastructure projects that protect public health and the environment.
At our size, you are never just a number—you are an influential project leader. We offer the technical scale and heavy-hitting municipal contract backlog of a large corporation, combined with the nimble decision-making, supportive culture, and work-life balance of a regional firm.
The Opportunity
GMB is seeking two (2) mid-to-senior level Wastewater Engineers (5-7+ years of experience) ready to step into high-visibility project ownership and accelerate their path toward Project Management and firm leadership.
In this role, you will lead the engineering design, permitting, and client management for complex wastewater treatment plants (WWTP), pumping stations, and collection systems throughout Maryland, Delaware, and the eastern shore of Virginia. Recognizing that top talent thrives with flexibility, we offer a highly accommodating hybrid / partial-remote schedule tailored to balance collaboration in our Salisbury office with focused independent work from home.
Key Responsibilities
- Engineering Design: Lead the preparation of comprehensive engineering planning, construction plans, specifications, hydraulic modeling analysis, and cost estimates for wastewater treatment processes, pumping stations, and collection networks.
- Permitting & Compliance: Navigate and secure regulatory approvals through the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VA DEQ), EPA, and other project specific review agencies.
- Project Management & Leadership: Manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets. Direct and mentor junior Engineers-in-Training (EITs) and CAD designers. Proficiency related to funding agencies’ (e.g., MDE, DNREC, USDA) loan and grant applications, fund securing, and project cost and funding tracking.
- Client & Stakeholder Relations: Serve as a primary point of contact for municipal clients, presenting technical findings at public workshops, city council meetings, and agency reviews.
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience: 5 to 7+ years of progressive experience specializing in civil/environmental engineering with a dedicated focus on municipal wastewater systems.
- Education: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Maryland, or a P.E. in another jurisdiction with the ability to obtain Maryland reciprocity within 90 days.
- Technical Tools: Proficiency with hydraulic modeling software (e.g., KY Pipes, Sewer CAD) and familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D workflows.
- Local Insight: Proven track record interfacing with MDE and DNREC regulatory frameworks and mid-Atlantic municipal clients is highly preferred.
What We Offer
- Top-Tier Compensation: A highly competitive base salary up to $140,000, heavily supplemented by a performance-based bonus structure tied directly to project and firm milestones.
- Modern Work Flexibility: True hybrid schedule flexibility blending work-from-home options with in-office collaboration in our Salisbury office.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Cafeteria Health & Welfare Plan that provides a range of health and welfare benefits for employees and their families. Available options include Medical/Prescription, Dental/Vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Telemedicine, Dependent Care, Short-term and Long-Term Disability, an exceptional 401(k) and profit-sharing plan, a GMB-paid life insurance policy under a group-term contract with a face amount of $50,000, and generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Clear Career Trainee Path: Defined trajectory toward Senior Project Manager and Associate/Principal tracks with transparent performance metrics.
- Relocation Support: Relocation assistance package available for qualified candidates looking to experience the excellent quality of life and lower cost of living on the Eastern Shore.
How to Apply
To schedule a confidential introductory conversation with our leadership team, please submit your resume directly to our HR portal. We review applications on a rolling basis and are committed to an efficient, transparent 2-week interview process.
About GMB
GMB is a premier, 85-person multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm headquartered in Salisbury, MD. For decades, we have partnered with municipalities, counties, and private clients across the Delmarva Peninsula and the Western Shore of Maryland to deliver critical infrastructure projects that protect public health and the environment.
At our size, you are never just a number—you are an influential project leader. We offer the technical scale and heavy-hitting municipal contract backlog of a large corporation, combined with the nimble decision-making, supportive culture, and work-life balance of a regional firm.
The Opportunity
GMB is seeking two (2) mid-to-senior level Wastewater Engineers (5-7+ years of experience) ready to step into high-visibility project ownership and accelerate their path toward Project Management and firm leadership.
In this role, you will lead the engineering design, permitting, and client management for complex wastewater treatment plants (WWTP), pumping stations, and collection systems throughout Maryland, Delaware, and the eastern shore of Virginia. Recognizing that top talent thrives with flexibility, we offer a highly accommodating hybrid / partial-remote schedule tailored to balance collaboration in our Salisbury office with focused independent work from home.
Key Responsibilities
- Engineering Design: Lead the preparation of comprehensive engineering planning, construction plans, specifications, hydraulic modeling analysis, and cost estimates for wastewater treatment processes, pumping stations, and collection networks.
- Permitting & Compliance: Navigate and secure regulatory approvals through the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VA DEQ), EPA, and other project specific review agencies.
- Project Management & Leadership: Manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets. Direct and mentor junior Engineers-in-Training (EITs) and CAD designers. Proficiency related to funding agencies’ (e.g., MDE, DNREC, USDA) loan and grant applications, fund securing, and project cost and funding tracking.
- Client & Stakeholder Relations: Serve as a primary point of contact for municipal clients, presenting technical findings at public workshops, city council meetings, and agency reviews.
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience: 5 to 7+ years of progressive experience specializing in civil/environmental engineering with a dedicated focus on municipal wastewater systems.
- Education: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Maryland, or a P.E. in another jurisdiction with the ability to obtain Maryland reciprocity within 90 days.
- Technical Tools: Proficiency with hydraulic modeling software (e.g., KY Pipes, Sewer CAD) and familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D workflows.
- Local Insight: Proven track record interfacing with MDE and DNREC regulatory frameworks and mid-Atlantic municipal clients is highly preferred.
What We Offer
- Top-Tier Compensation: A highly competitive base salary up to $140,000, heavily supplemented by a performance-based bonus structure tied directly to project and firm milestones.
- Modern Work Flexibility: True hybrid schedule flexibility blending work-from-home options with in-office collaboration in our Salisbury office.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Cafeteria Health & Welfare Plan that provides a range of health and welfare benefits for employees and their families. Available options include Medical/Prescription, Dental/Vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Telemedicine, Dependent Care, Short-term and Long-Term Disability, an exceptional 401(k) and profit-sharing plan, a GMB-paid life insurance policy under a group-term contract with a face amount of $50,000, and generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Clear Career Trainee Path: Defined trajectory toward Senior Project Manager and Associate/Principal tracks with transparent performance metrics.
- Relocation Support: Relocation assistance package available for qualified candidates looking to experience the excellent quality of life and lower cost of living on the Eastern Shore.
How to Apply
To schedule a confidential introductory conversation with our leadership team, please submit your resume directly to our HR portal. We review applications on a rolling basis and are committed to an efficient, transparent 2-week interview process.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote wastewater engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering from an accredited program
- Experience with wastewater treatment processes such as activated sludge, filtration, or biosolids management
- Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software and AutoCAD or Civil 3D for design work
- Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer license, with preference for state-specific PE licensure
- Familiarity with NPDES permit compliance, effluent limits, and state environmental regulations
- Experience preparing technical reports, construction documents, and regulatory permit applications
Tips for Your Remote Wastewater Engineer Job Search
Show your async technical communication clearly
Remote wastewater engineer hiring managers want proof you can communicate complex hydraulic or treatment system details in writing. Include a sample technical memo, permit submittal narrative, or design report summary in your application materials to demonstrate you don't need a whiteboard to collaborate.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote wastewater engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your discipline and apply directly without sorting through location-dependent listings mixed in with remote ones.
List remote-relevant tools in your resume
Remote employers specifically look for proficiency in tools that make distributed engineering work functional: Bluebeam for collaborative PDF markups, AutoCAD or Civil 3D for remote design delivery, and platforms like Procore or Smartsheet for async project coordination. Name these explicitly rather than listing them generically.
Target consultancies with multi-state project footprints
Environmental and civil engineering consultancies managing water infrastructure projects across several states are structurally set up for remote engineers. Their project teams are already distributed, so a remote wastewater engineer fits their workflow without requiring a policy exception or special arrangement.
Remote Wastewater Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote wastewater engineer job?
Target engineering consultancies and environmental firms with distributed teams, since these organizations are most likely to hire wastewater engineers without requiring on-site presence. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and comfort with async workflows using tools like Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and project management platforms. A portfolio of completed designs, permit submittals, or treatment system reports gives you a concrete edge over candidates with equivalent credentials.
Which companies hire remote wastewater engineers?
Companies hiring remote wastewater engineers right now include Consor, Summit Engineering, and Short Elliott Hendrickson, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first environmental consultancies, distributed civil engineering firms, and water infrastructure organizations that staff project teams across multiple states without requiring a central office presence.
Can you get a remote wastewater engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with minimal supervision. Your best path is through remote-open environmental consulting firms that hire junior engineers for support roles on treatment design or permitting projects. Showing GitHub repositories with hydraulic modeling work, completed NPDES permit documentation, or AutoCAD drafting samples demonstrates capability when a resume alone can't.
Do you need a degree for remote wastewater engineer jobs?
Usually, but the weight of a degree varies by role and employer. Most remote wastewater engineer positions list a civil, environmental, or chemical engineering degree as a baseline, especially for roles involving NPDES permitting, treatment plant design, or regulatory compliance. Remote employers increasingly weigh demonstrated technical output, such as completed designs or modeling work, alongside formal credentials when evaluating candidates.
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