Irrigation Systems Engineer — Sustainable Agriculture Impact

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental and vision coverage

Company vehicle for site visits

Professional development & certs

Sustainable agriculture impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane seeks an experienced Agricultural Engineer specializing in irrigation to design, implement, and maintain efficient systems that save water and boost crop yield.

You will assess farm needs, design drip, sprinkler or center-pivot solutions using CAD, oversee installation, and provide on-site technical support, with a focus on sustainable farming and resource efficiency. This role offers opportunities for professional development and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural or Civil Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of irrigation design experience.
• Proficiency with CAD and hydraulic modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Design irrigation systems based on crop, soil, and climate data.
• Oversee installation, commissioning and quality adherence.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for irrigation.
• Analyze water usage data and optimize system performance.
• Stay updated on irrigation tech and water management trends.

Skills

Project management

Irrigation design

Water management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Hydraulic modeling tools

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane seeks an experienced Agricultural Engineer specializing in irrigation to design, implement, and maintain efficient systems that save water and boost crop yield.

You will assess farm needs, design drip, sprinkler or center-pivot solutions using CAD, oversee installation, and provide on-site technical support, with a focus on sustainable farming and resource efficiency. This role offers opportunities for professional development and competitive compensation.