Senior Engineer : Wastewater

Emporium; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in South Africa is seeking a Senior Engineer specializing in Wastewater & Water Treatment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing water and wastewater projects, from design to commissioning. Applicants must possess a BSc/BEng in a relevant field and professional registration with ECSA. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects that contribute to sustainable water management solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant engineering advantageous.
• Years of experience in water and wastewater treatment project delivery.
• Proficient in process simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of treatment infrastructure projects.
• Manage projects from concept through commissioning.
• Evaluate and apply advanced treatment technologies.

Skills

Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants

Process design

Project delivery

Client relationship management

Technical documentation

Education

BSc / BEng in Chemical, Civil, or Process Engineering

Professional Registration (PrEng) with ECSA

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil Designer

Civil 3D

Job description

Senior Engineer: Wastewater & Water Treatment (National) – POS

Location: South Africa (National Scope) | Salary: Market Related

Key Purpose of the Role

Lead the planning, design, and implementation of advanced water and wastewater treatment infrastructure projects, including water reuse and reclamation systems.

You will oversee all project phases — from feasibility and design to commissioning and close-out — ensuring sustainable, innovative, and compliant solutions that meet client and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• BSc / BEng in Chemical, Civil, or Process Engineering (Master's degree advantageous).
• Professional Registration (PrEng) with ECSA – essential.
• Years of experience in water and wastewater treatment project delivery.
• Proven expertise in both greenfield and brownfield projects.
• Strong background in: Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants (conventional & advanced); Reuse and reclamation systems (potable and non-potable); Process design, optimisation, and commissioning; Familiarity with national standards (SANS, SABS) and contract frameworks (GCC, FIDIC).
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil Designer, Civil 3D; process simulation tools advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver water and wastewater treatment projects from concept through commissioning.
• Design and implement water reuse and reclamation systems for municipal, industrial, and agricultural clients.
• Evaluate and apply advanced treatment technologies (e.g., membrane filtration, UV disinfection, ozonation, advanced oxidation).
• Lead process design, feasibility studies, and system optimisation.
• Prepare design reports, PFDs, P&IDs, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Ensure adherence to quality, HSE, and regulatory standards.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, contributing to business development and proposal preparation.
• Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge-sharing within multidisciplinary teams.
• Promote our technical excellence through presentations, conference papers, and industry publications.

How to Apply

If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take your career to the next level, please send your updated CV to senior engineer: Wastewater & Water Treatment (National) – POS. Use reference: Senior Engineer : Wastewater & Water Treatment (National) – POS as the subject line of your email.

Please note: Should you not hear from us within 21 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

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