Senior Water & Wastewater Project Engineer

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Civil Engineer with expertise in water and wastewater treatment to lead design, feasibility studies, and project delivery for municipal and industrial clients in Welkom. The role covers lifecycle phases from concept to commissioning.

Applicants should have a Civil Engineering degree, 5–7 years of relevant experience, and familiarity with local standards such as SANS 10384 and SANS 241. Strong communication and mentoring skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Pro registration (Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng) with ECSA preferred.
• 5–7 years in water and wastewater design/management.
• Proficiency with WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze water and wastewater treatment plants, including hydraulic modeling and process design.
• Prepare drawings, specs, and tender documents for water and wastewater projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies, site assessments, and environmental impact assessments.
• Provide construction supervision and commissioning support for facilities and pipelines.
• Mentor junior engineers and support team knowledge sharing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication abilities

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

WaterGEMS

SewerGEMS

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Civil Engineer with expertise in water and wastewater treatment to lead design, feasibility studies, and project delivery for municipal and industrial clients in Welkom. The role covers lifecycle phases from concept to commissioning.

Applicants should have a Civil Engineering degree, 5–7 years of relevant experience, and familiarity with local standards such as SANS 10384 and SANS 241. Strong communication and mentoring skills are valued.