Hybrid Irrigation Systems Engineer – Water-Smart Ag

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Water sustainability projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Agricultural Engineer specializing in irrigation in Paarl, Western Cape. You will design and optimize water management solutions for farms, leveraging hydraulics and agronomy to boost efficiency and sustainability.

The role involves both fieldwork and design work at the Paarl office, with remote analysis and client consultations. A relevant engineering degree and 4+ years of irrigation experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering or Civil Engineering with an agricultural focus.
• Minimum 4 years of irrigation system design, installation, and management.
• Strong hydraulics, soil-water-plant relations, and water management knowledge.
• Proficiency in CAD software and irrigation design tools.
• Experience with water resource management and crop water requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop irrigation systems (drip, sprinkler, pivot) tailored to crop/soil needs.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for irrigation projects.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of systems.
• Analyze water usage and soil moisture to optimize irrigation schedules.
• Troubleshoot and maintain irrigation infrastructure for performance.
• Research new technologies like sensor networks and automated controls.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with farmers, agronomists and stakeholders to define needs.
• Ensure compliance with water conservation regulations and environmental standards.
• Provide technical support and training to clients and field teams.

Skills

Hydraulics

Irrigation design

Water management

CAD (AutoCAD)

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering

Civil Engineering with agricultural focus

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Agricultural Engineer specializing in irrigation in Paarl, Western Cape. You will design and optimize water management solutions for farms, leveraging hydraulics and agronomy to boost efficiency and sustainability.

The role involves both fieldwork and design work at the Paarl office, with remote analysis and client consultations. A relevant engineering degree and 4+ years of irrigation experience are essential.