Wastewater Engineer

Goldman Tech Resourcing (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman Tech Resourcing (Pty) Ltd. seeks a Wastewater Engineer in Cape Town, Western Cape, to design, operate, and optimize wastewater treatment facilities and systems.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years’ experience with water/wastewater treatment processes, modeling software, and regulatory standards, delivering clear reports and detailed documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field with focus on water/wastewater treatment.
• 3–5 years of experience in design, operation, and optimization of wastewater treatment facilities and systems.
• Proficiency in wastewater treatment process design and modeling software.
• Strong understanding of wastewater treatment principles, processes, and regulations, including biological treatment, chemical treatment, and disinfection.
• Knowledge of relevant wastewater treatment standards and guidelines.
• Experience in conducting wastewater characterization studies, hydraulic and process modeling, and performance evaluations of treatment plants.
• Familiarity with wastewater collection systems, including sewer network design, pump station design, and hydraulic analysis.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to prepare detailed engineering reports, specifications, and design documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, and optimize wastewater treatment facilities and systems.
• Conduct wastewater characterization studies, hydraulic and process modeling, and performance evaluations.
• Prepare engineering reports, specifications, and design documentation.

Skills

Wastewater design

Water treatment

Process modeling

Regulatory compliance

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Tools

Modeling software

Job description

Wastewater Engineer Opportunity

We have an amazing opportunity for a Wastewater Engineer based in Cape Town, Western Cape.

Level: Intermediate

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field, with a focus on water/wastewater treatment.
• 3-5 years of experience in the design, operation, and optimization of wastewater treatment facilities and systems.
• Proficiency in wastewater treatment process design and modeling software.
• Strong understanding of wastewater treatment principles, processes, and regulations, including biological treatment, chemical treatment, and disinfection.
• Knowledge of relevant wastewater treatment standards and guidelines.
• Experience in conducting wastewater characterization studies, hydraulic and process modeling, and performance evaluations of treatment plants.
• Familiarity with wastewater collection systems, including sewer network design, pump station design, and hydraulic analysis.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to prepare detailed engineering reports, specifications, and design documentation.

Personal Attributes:

• Analytical thinker with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to troubleshoot and optimize wastewater treatment processes.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and precision in data analysis, calculations, and design calculations.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, organize, and execute wastewater engineering projects within budget and schedule constraints.
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and regulatory agencies.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a passion for environmental stewardship and sustainable water management practices.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to industry best practices in wastewater engineering design, construction, and operation.