Chemical Engineer - Water Treatment

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development

Impactful projects

Team oriented

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a dedicated Chemical/Environmental Engineer to design water and wastewater treatment systems for municipal and industrial clients. You will develop PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specs while piloting treatability studies and providing technical support through project execution.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, solid knowledge of treatment processes, and familiarity with membrane technologies and disinfection methods to ensure compliant,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering.
• 3–5 years of water and wastewater treatment design experience.
• Strong knowledge of physical, chemical, and biological treatment processes.
• Experience with membrane technologies, ion exchange, and disinfection.
• Experience with process simulation and design software.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Conduct treatability studies and pilot testing for water sources.
• Develop PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specifications.
• Provide technical support during project execution, construction, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and optimize existing water treatment facilities.
• Ensure all designs and operations comply with environmental standards and permits.

Skills

Water treatment

Membrane technologies

Ion exchange

Disinfection methods

Process design

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Chemical Engineer with expertise in water treatment technologies to join their environmental solutions division in Bloemfontein. This role is central to developing and implementing advanced water purification and wastewater management systems for industrial and municipal clients. You will be responsible for process design, operational troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with stringent environmental regulations. The ideal candidate is passionate about sustainability and possesses a strong technical foundation in water chemistry and treatment processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer water and wastewater treatment processes and systems.


• Conduct treatability studies and pilot testing for various water sources.


• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment specifications.


• Provide technical support during project execution, construction, and commissioning phases.


• Troubleshoot operational issues and optimize existing water treatment facilities.


• Ensure all designs and operations comply with relevant environmental standards and permits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering.


• 3-5 years of experience in the design and application of water and wastewater treatment technologies.


• Strong knowledge of physical, chemical, and biological treatment processes.


• Familiarity with membrane technologies, ion exchange, and disinfection methods.


• Experience with relevant software for process simulation and design.


• Excellent analytical skills and ability to manage multiple projects in the Bloemfontein region.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.


• Comprehensive health benefits package and retirement savings plan.


• Opportunities for training and professional development in environmental engineering.


• Work on impactful projects contributing to environmental sustainability.


• Supportive team environment with a focus on technical excellence.