Hydraulics Engineer - Water & Sanitation Infrastructure

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid plan

Provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 invites an experienced Hydraulics Engineer to join a leading consulting firm in Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on designing and analyzing water and wastewater networks, stormwater systems, and related infrastructure across the region.

You will work hands-on, with regular site engagement and coordination with local authorities, communities, and contractors to deliver sustainable water solutions.

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering with hydraulics/water specialization.
• 6+ years proven experience in water and sanitation infrastructure design/analysis.
• PrEng or PrTechEng with ECSA is preferred.
• Proficiency with hydraulic modeling software is essential.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze hydraulic systems for water and sewer networks and stormwater management.
• Prepare detailed engineering plans, calculations, and specifications.
• Use hydraulic modeling tools for system analysis and optimization.
• Conduct feasibility studies and technical assessments for new projects.
• Oversee construction phases and ensure quality control.
• Engage with clients, municipal engineers, and contractors to deliver projects.
• Assess existing systems and recommend rehabilitation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with water regulations and environmental practices.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering

Specialization in Hydraulics or Water Engineering

Tools

WaterGEMS

EPANET

InfoWorks ICM

Job description

About the Role

A prominent consulting engineering firm specializing in Water and Sanitation Infrastructure is seeking a highly skilled Hydraulics Engineer to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape . This role is critical for the design and analysis of complex water reticulation systems, wastewater networks, stormwater management, and related infrastructure across the region. The successful candidate will contribute to vital projects aimed at improving water security and sanitation services. This is a hands-on position requiring regular site engagement and collaboration with local authorities and communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and analyze hydraulic systems for potable water supply, sewer networks, and stormwater management.
• Develop detailed engineering plans, calculations, and specifications for hydraulic infrastructure.
• Utilize specialized hydraulic modeling software (e.g., WaterGEMS, EPANET, InfoWorks ICM) for system analysis and design optimization.
• Conduct feasibility studies and technical assessments for new water and sanitation projects.
• Oversee the construction phase of hydraulic infrastructure projects, providing technical support and ensuring quality control.
• Liaise with clients, municipal engineers, and contractors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Assess existing infrastructure, identify deficiencies, and recommend rehabilitation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant water and sanitation regulations, standards, and environmental best practices in the Northern Cape .
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and project documentation.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering, with a specialization in Hydraulics or Water Engineering.
• A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in the design and analysis of water and sanitation infrastructure.
• Professional Engineer (PrEng) or Professional Engineering Technologist (PrTechEng) registration with ECSA is preferred.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software is essential.
• Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydrology, water treatment processes, and pipeline engineering.
• Experience in project management and construction supervision is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to travel to project sites within the Upington area and surrounding regions.

Benefits

• The company offers a competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• A comprehensive medical aid plan and a provident fund are provided.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and specialized training in hydraulics and water engineering are available.

This role is based in Upington, Northern Cape , offering a chance to work on impactful projects that directly benefit the community.