Wastewater and Septic System Engineering Services
RP Engineering provides wastewater and drinking water engineering services for residential and commercial properties throughout Rhode Island and surrounding areas. Our team designs, evaluates, and supports septic systems, advanced treatment technologies, and small-scale wastewater collection systems.
We work with property owners, developers, and municipalities to ensure systems meet regulatory requirements and perform reliably over time.
Septic System Engineering Services
RP Engineering provides engineering support for a wide range of septic system types, including:
Conventional septic systems
Advanced and high-technology treatment systems
Residential septic system design and evaluation
Commercial septic system design
Repair and replacement system planning
Sand Filter and Alternative Treatment Systems
Our engineers have experience with alternative wastewater treatment solutions, including bottomless sand filter systems and other site-specific designs used where soil conditions or site constraints limit conventional systems.
Small-Scale Collection Systems (STEP)
RP Engineering provides design and permitting support for small-scale collection systems, including Septic Tank Effluent Pump (STEP) systems, used for clustered developments and limited-access sites.
Serving Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut
Our wastewater engineering services support projects throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut, in coordination with state and local regulatory agencies.






