Agricultural Engineer - Irrigation Specialist

Placements24

Gauteng

Hybrid

ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Agricultural Engineer specializing in irrigation systems to support operations around Pretoria. You will design, implement, and optimize water management solutions for diverse agricultural projects, ensuring sustainable water use and enhanced crop productivity.

You will collaborate with agronomists and farm teams, supervise installations of drip, sprinkler, and center-pivot systems, and drive ongoing improvements in irrigation performance and efficiency.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering or Civil Engineering with water management focus.
Minimum of 6 years’ experience in design and management of agricultural irrigation systems.
Strong knowledge of hydraulics and water resource management.
Proficiency with CAD software for irrigation design and mapping.
Experience with water pump selection, pipeline design, and water storage solutions.
Analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Design, plan, and supervise installation of irrigation systems (drip, sprinkler, center pivot).
Conduct site assessments to determine optimal water management strategies.
Develop water resource management plans and ensure compliance with regulations.
Monitor performance of irrigation systems and implement efficiency improvements.
Troubleshoot and resolve irrigation equipment issues.
Collaborate with agronomists, farm managers, and construction teams for project execution.

Skills

Hydraulics

Water management

Irrigation scheduling

CAD

Water pumps

Site assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering or related

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Agricultural Engineer with specialized expertise in irrigation systems to support their extensive operations around Pretoria . This role focuses on the design, implementation, and optimization of efficient water management solutions for diverse agricultural projects. You will leverage your engineering knowledge to ensure sustainable water use, enhance crop productivity, and manage the infrastructure vital to modern farming. This position offers the chance to work on innovative projects, utilize advanced technologies, and make a tangible impact on agricultural sustainability in a significant farming region.

Key Responsibilities

Design, plan, and supervise the installation of advanced irrigation systems , including drip, sprinkler, and center pivot systems.
Conduct site assessments to determine optimal water management strategies based on soil type, climate, and crop requirements.
Develop water resource management plans and ensure compliance with water usage regulations.
Monitor and analyze the performance of irrigation systems, recommending and implementing improvements for efficiency and water conservation.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to irrigation equipment and infrastructure.
Collaborate with agronomists, farm managers, and construction teams to ensure seamless project execution.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering (with water management focus), or a related engineering discipline.
Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in the design and management of agricultural irrigation systems.
Strong knowledge of hydraulics, water resource management, and irrigation scheduling techniques.
Proficiency with CAD software for irrigation system design and mapping.
Experience with water pump selection, pipeline design, and water storage solutions.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.

Benefits