Chemical Engineer - Water Treatment & Reclamation

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Hybrid role

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a Chemical Engineer with water treatment and reclamation expertise to lead the design, optimization, and deployment of wastewater treatment and water reuse solutions in a challenging arid environment.

You will apply membrane technologies, environmental regulations knowledge, and process modeling tools, collaborating with operations and environmental scientists, while enjoying a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in water and wastewater treatment.
• Experience with membrane technologies (RO, UF, MBR) desirable.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations related to water discharge and usage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Hybrid work arrangement with occasional on-site presence in Upington.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Develop strategies for water reclamation and reuse in industrial and municipal applications.
• Conduct treatability studies and pilot-scale testing of water treatment technologies.
• Monitor water quality and ensure compliance with environmental regulations and discharge standards.
• Troubleshoot operational issues within water treatment plants and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with environmental scientists, operators, and management on water resource management projects.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies in water treatment and reclamation.
• Prepare technical reports, process documentation, and proposals for water management solutions.
• Assist in the design and specification of water treatment equipment and systems.

Skills

Water treatment

Membrane technology

Water chemistry

Process optimization

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

MATLAB

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking company focused on sustainable resource management, is seeking a dedicated Chemical Engineer with expertise in water treatment and reclamation technologies. This role, based in the arid region of Upington, Northern Cape , will be crucial in developing and optimizing processes for wastewater treatment, water recycling, and resource recovery. You will work on innovative solutions to address water scarcity challenges, applying your knowledge of chemical principles, separation technologies, and environmental engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of water chemistry, membrane technologies, and effluent management. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to environmental sustainability and drive efficient water usage in a region where it is paramount. We are looking for a motivated engineer committed to developing practical and effective water solutions. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement to balance operational needs with flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Develop strategies for water reclamation and reuse in industrial and municipal applications.
• Conduct treatability studies and pilot-scale testing of various water treatment technologies.
• Monitor water quality parameters and ensure compliance with environmental regulations and discharge standards.
• Troubleshoot operational issues within water treatment plants and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with environmental scientists, operators, and management on water resource management projects.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies in water treatment and reclamation.
• Prepare technical reports, process documentation, and proposals for water management solutions.
• Assist in the design and specification of water treatment equipment and systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Strong knowledge of water chemistry, physical-chemical treatment processes, and biological treatment systems.
• Experience with membrane technologies (e.g., RO, UF, MBR) is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations related to water discharge and usage.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, requiring occasional on-site presence in Upington, Northern Cape.
• Proficiency in relevant software for process modeling and data analysis.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, commensurate with your experience in water treatment and environmental engineering, along with performance bonuses. Benefits include comprehensive medical insurance, a retirement savings plan, and generous paid time off. We support professional development through training programs and opportunities to attend relevant industry workshops and conferences. This hybrid role provides flexibility while ensuring you are integrated into our operational team in the unique setting of Upington, Northern Cape . We are committed to fostering a sustainable future and offer a rewarding career path for individuals passionate about environmental solutions. Join our dedicated team and contribute to vital water resource management efforts.