Process Engineer

Aquamat Engineering Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Johannesburg is seeking a full-time Process Engineer to design and optimize water treatment processes. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, and strong collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills. Responsibilities include monitoring systems for compliance and driving process improvements to meet project goals. This role offers a chance to contribute to sustainable water treatment solutions across Africa.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience as a process engineer.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Knowledge of water and wastewater legislation, particularly Potable Water (SANS 241).

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize water treatment processes.
• Monitor operational systems and ensure quality compliance.
• Identify areas for process improvements.

Skills

Process optimization

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

Chemical Engineering Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

Job description

Company Description

Aquamat, established in 1968 and based in Johannesburg, South Africa, is a leader in water purification and treatment solutions across more than 30 African countries. We transform unsafe water into safe, potable water for human, livestock, and agricultural use, while delivering advanced effluent and wastewater treatment, including sewage plants and industrial solutions for safe discharge, reuse, and environmental compliance. Our cost-effective, sustainable offerings include reverse osmosis systems, mobile/containerized plants, water softeners, and custom wastewater technologies, tailored for municipal, refugee/military camps, industrial, irrigation, and manufacturing needs. Committed to high-quality innovation and reliable service, Aquamat improves access to clean water and responsible wastewater management across Africa.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role located in the Johannesburg Metropolitan Area for a Process Engineer. The role involves designing, developing, and optimizing water treatment processes, monitoring and controlling operational systems, and ensuring compliance with quality standards and efficiency objectives. The Process Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams, identify areas for process improvements, and apply engineering principles to achieve project goals. Responsibilities also include troubleshooting, problem-solving, and delivering innovative solutions aligned with customer needs and sustainability standards.

Job Requirements

• 3-5 years' experience as a process engineer
• Chemical Engineering Bachelor3s degree
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint) and AutoCAD.
• Strong attention to details
• Sound engineering knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes
• Good mathematical and data interpretation capabilities
• Knowledge of water and wastewater legislation, particularly with respect Potable Water (SANS 241) and trade effluent discharge permit systems
• Working knowledge of water treatment process solutions including UF/NF/RO membranes, media filtration, ion exchange, disinfection systems and more technologies
• Working knowledge of effluent treatment process solutions including biological, chemical and physio chemical processes
• Working knowledge of H&S, Quality Assurance and Project Management practices
• Team player with the ability to interact with team members across broad range skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, and effective presentation skills