Senior Irrigation Engineer: Water-Smart Farming Leader

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Hybrid work model

Performance bonuses

Provident fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Agricultural Engineer specializing in irrigation systems for our Nelspruit, Mpumalanga operations. The role combines office design work with frequent field visits to farms across Mpumalanga to assess projects and provide client support.

The candidate should have 7+ years in irrigation design, hydraulics expertise, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and IrriPro. PR-Eng is advantageous, with hybrid work flexibility and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agricultural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive irrigation design and project management experience.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic principles and water management technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer complex irrigation systems (drip, sprinkler, center-pivot).
• Perform feasibility studies and site assessments for irrigation projects.
• Create detailed drawings, specifications, and BOQs.
• Oversee installation and commissioning, ensuring design adherence.
• Troubleshoot and optimize systems for water efficiency.
• Conduct hydraulic calculations and system modeling.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Provide technical guidance to clients and field teams.
• Stay updated on irrigation tech and best practices.
• Collaborate with agronomists and environmental scientists.

Skills

Irrigation design

Hydraulics

Project management

Communication

Site coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Agricultural Eng

Master's in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

IrriPro

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Agricultural Engineer specializing in irrigation systems for our Nelspruit, Mpumalanga operations. The role combines office design work with frequent field visits to farms across Mpumalanga to assess projects and provide client support.

The candidate should have 7+ years in irrigation design, hydraulics expertise, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and IrriPro. PR-Eng is advantageous, with hybrid work flexibility and opportunities for professional development.