Senior Industrial Water Treatment Chemical Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life insurance

Disability cover

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Chemical Engineer to lead industrial water treatment programs, optimize chemical applications, and drive project success for a diverse client base.

You will manage field assessments, assist with product development, and provide technical training while ensuring environmental compliance and high service standards.

The role offers a path for technical leadership in a dynamic, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 7+ years in industrial water treatment with focus on chemical applications.
• Strong knowledge of water chemistry, scale and corrosion inhibition, microbial control, and separation processes.
• Experience with cooling towers, boilers, wastewater systems.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to interpret data from water analyses and performance monitoring.
• Proficiency in project management and report writing.
• Experience with membrane treatment technologies is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical expertise on industrial water treatment applications and processes.
• Develop and optimize chemical treatment formulations and strategies for various industrial sectors.
• Conduct field assessments, pilot studies, and performance evaluations of water treatment programs.
• Troubleshoot complex water treatment challenges and provide effective solutions.
• Collaborate with sales, technical service, and R&D teams to support product development and customer needs.
• Develop technical training materials and deliver presentations to clients and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards related to chemical usage.
• Manage multiple client projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and effective service delivery.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, new technologies, and competitive offerings in water treatment.

Skills

Water treatment

Project management

Data interpretation

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Chemical Engineer to lead industrial water treatment programs, optimize chemical applications, and drive project success for a diverse client base.

You will manage field assessments, assist with product development, and provide technical training while ensuring environmental compliance and high service standards.

The role offers a path for technical leadership in a dynamic, client-focused environment.