Water Resources Engineer - Municipal Projects

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work arrangement

Public infrastructure projects

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Water Resources Engineer for Pretoria, focusing on municipal water and wastewater infrastructure. The role involves designing systems for clean water supply and wastewater treatment across pipelines and treatment plants.

Requirements include a Civil/Environmental Engineering degree with 7+ years in municipal projects and proficiency in EPANET/SWMM; Pr Eng desirable. The position offers fully remote work and opportunities to influence public infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a Water Resources specialization.
• Minimum 7 years in water resources engineering, municipal infrastructure.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software such as EPANET or SWMM.
• Strong understanding of water treatment, pipeline design, and stormwater management principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage projects related to water supply networks, sewerage systems, and stormwater management.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and analysis for water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Develop conceptual designs, detailed engineering plans, and specifications for treatment facilities.
• Prepare technical reports, environmental impact assessments, and feasibility studies related to water resources.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation, standards, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with municipal officials, environmental agencies, and other consultants to achieve project goals.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Water Resources Engineer to join their team in Pretoria, focusing on municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role is critical for the sustainable management and development of water resources, involving the design and implementation of systems that ensure clean water supply and effective wastewater treatment for communities. You will work on diverse projects, from pipeline design to treatment plant upgrades, contributing to public health and environmental protection. The position offers a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in hydraulics and hydrology within a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and community impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and manage projects related to water supply networks, sewerage systems, and stormwater management.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and analysis for water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Develop conceptual designs, detailed engineering plans, and specifications for treatment facilities.
• Prepare technical reports, environmental impact assessments, and feasibility studies related to water resources.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation, standards, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with municipal officials, environmental agencies, and other consultants to achieve project goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in water resources engineering, particularly in municipal infrastructure.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software such as EPANET, SWMM, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of water treatment processes, pipeline design, and stormwater management principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunities to work on impactful public infrastructure projects.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment with a focus on sustainable engineering solutions.