Water Treatment Chemical Engineer - Hybrid, Impactful Work

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 96,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Flexible work arrangement

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24's client in Queenstown, ZA, seeks a dedicated Chemical Engineer with water treatment expertise. The role blends on-site process analysis with remote data interpretation and reporting.

You will design, implement, and optimize water treatment processes for industrial and municipal clients, emphasizing sustainability and efficiency, with a strong focus on water chemistry and treatment technologies. Hybrid role requiring travel to client sites and collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years experience in water treatment design or operations.
• Strong knowledge of water chemistry, coagulation, flocculation, disinfection and filtration.
• Experience with membrane technologies (RO/UF/NF) is a plus.
• Familiarity with process modeling software is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and client-facing abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and in hybrid environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop chemical treatment processes for water applications (industrial wastewater, potable water, process water).
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies to determine optimal treatment strategies.
• Select and specify chemicals, equipment, and technologies for water treatment systems.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and start-up of water treatment plants.
• Optimize existing processes to improve performance and reduce costs while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Monitor water quality and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and client presentations.
• Collaborate with clients, project managers, and operations staff.
• Stay updated on industry practices and regulations related to water treatment.
• Provide technical support and training to clients and site personnel.

Skills

Water chemistry

Coagulation & flocculation

Disinfection

Filtration

Client interaction

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24's client in Queenstown, ZA, seeks a dedicated Chemical Engineer with water treatment expertise. The role blends on-site process analysis with remote data interpretation and reporting.

You will design, implement, and optimize water treatment processes for industrial and municipal clients, emphasizing sustainability and efficiency, with a strong focus on water chemistry and treatment technologies. Hybrid role requiring travel to client sites and collaboration with project teams.