Senior Industrial Water Treatment Engineer - Project Leader

Placements24; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Professional development

Retirement annuity

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng is seeking a Senior Chemical Engineer to lead and advance the water treatment chemical division. The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of water chemistry, formulation development, and process optimization for industrial systems, with strong client-facing communication and project leadership experience.

Responsibilities include guiding field assessments, pilot studies, and performance evaluations, while ensuring regulatory compliance and delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial water treatment with a focus on chemical applications.
• Strong knowledge of water chemistry, scale and corrosion inhibition, microbial control, and separation processes.
• Experience with various industrial water systems (cooling towers, boilers, wastewater).
• Proven ability in problem-solving and developing customized chemical treatment solutions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• Ability to interpret data from water analyses and performance monitoring.
• Proficiency in project management and report writing.
• Experience with membrane treatment technologies is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical expertise on industrial water treatment chemical applications and processes.
• Develop and optimize chemical treatment formulations and application strategies for various industrial sectors.
• Conduct field assessments, pilot studies, and performance evaluations of water treatment programs.
• Troubleshoot complex water treatment challenges and provide effective solutions.
• Collaborate with sales, technical service, and R&D teams to support product development and customer needs.
• Develop technical training materials and deliver presentations to clients and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards related to chemical usage.
• Manage multiple client projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and effective service delivery.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, new technologies, and competitive offerings in water treatment.

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng is seeking a Senior Chemical Engineer to lead and advance the water treatment chemical division. The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of water chemistry, formulation development, and process optimization for industrial systems, with strong client-facing communication and project leadership experience.

Responsibilities include guiding field assessments, pilot studies, and performance evaluations, while ensuring regulatory compliance and delivering