Irrigation Design Engineer - Arid Agriculture Specialist

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Híbrido; USD 51 000 - 67 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Incentives

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Irrigation Design Engineer for a prominent agricultural engineering firm focused on water resource management. The role combines fieldwork with office-based design and analysis in a hybrid setup, based near Upington, Northern Cape.

You will design advanced irrigation systems, optimize water use, and collaborate with farmers and government agencies. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in irrigation design in arid environments, strong hydraulics knowledge, and

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural or Civil Engineering with irrigation specialization.
• Minimum 5 years design experience in arid or semi-arid regions.
• Proficiency in hydraulic calculations and water resource management.
• Experience with irrigation design software (AutoCAD, Hydrus) and modeling.
• Knowledge of crop water requirements and scheduling methods.

Responsabilidades

• Design efficient irrigation systems tailored to arid environments.
• Perform site assessments including soil and topography.
• Calculate ETc-based water requirements and climate data.
• Develop detailed design plans and BOMs.
• Oversee installation and commissioning and provide field support.
• Stay updated on irrigation tech and fertigation strategies.
• Collaborate with farmers, consultants, and agencies.

Conhecimentos

Hydraulics

Soil-water dynamics

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural or Civil Engineering

Ferramentas

AutoCAD

MS Irrigation Design Tools

Hydrus

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a prominent agricultural engineering firm specializing in water resource management, is seeking an experienced Irrigation Design Engineer with a focus on arid and semi-arid agriculture. Based in Upington, Northern Cape, this role will involve the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced irrigation systems to maximize water use efficiency in challenging climatic conditions. You will work closely with farmers, agricultural consultants, and government agencies to develop sustainable water management solutions for diverse crops. The position requires a strong understanding of hydraulics, soil-water dynamics, climate data analysis, and the latest irrigation technologies, including drip, micro-sprinkler, and advanced fertigation systems. This is a critical role contributing to food security and sustainable agriculture in a water-scarce region. The hybrid nature of the role allows for essential fieldwork combined with office-based design and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Design efficient and cost-effective irrigation systems (drip, micro-sprinkler, pivot, etc.) tailored to specific crop requirements and site conditions in arid environments.
• Conduct site assessments, including soil analysis, topography mapping, and water source evaluation.
• Calculate water requirements based on crop evapotranspiration (ETc) data, climate information, and soil properties.
• Develop detailed design plans, hydraulic calculations, and bills of materials for irrigation projects.
• Select appropriate irrigation components, pumps, filters, and control systems.
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of irrigation systems, providing on-site technical support.
• Develop and implement water management strategies, including scheduling and fertigation plans.
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing irrigation systems to improve performance and water use efficiency.
• Stay abreast of advancements in irrigation technology, precision agriculture, and water conservation techniques.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in irrigation.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the design and implementation of irrigation systems, particularly in arid or semi-arid regions.
• Proven expertise in hydraulic calculations, water resource management, and soil-water-plant relationships.
• Proficiency with irrigation design software (e.g., AutoCAD, MS irrigation design tools, Hydrus) and hydraulic modeling.
• Familiarity with different crop water requirements and irrigation scheduling methods.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel to farm sites across the Northern Cape province from Upington.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund.

This hybrid role provides the flexibility to balance essential fieldwork with office-based design and analysis.

You will have the opportunity to work on impactful projects contributing to water security and agricultural sustainability in the Northern Cape.

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of agricultural engineering.