Job Description

We are looking for an analytical, organised, and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Process Engineer for Water & Wastewater Treatment Plants. This pivotal role is an excellent opportunity for an engineering professional with a passion for sustainable water management and process optimisation. You will play a key part in designing, modifying, and implementing water and wastewater treatment processes, ensuring projects are delivered effectively, safely, and in line with regulatory and company standards.


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Key Responsibilities - Process Engineering, Water & Wastewater Treatment

Attend project kick-off meetings and review job files with coordination teams to fully understand project requirements. Process, Civil & Mechanical Design Process, civil, and mechanical engineering design for water & wastewater treatment plants (Activated Sludge, MBBR, MBR, UF, NF & RO systems). Preparation of P&IDs, HFDs, and overall piping layout drawings as per project and client specifications. Development of process flow diagrams (PFDs) and mass balance calculations Hydraulic calculations and line sizing for process pipelines. Selection of suitable materials for process fluids in accordance with standards and
operating conditions


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Deliverables & Documentation

Preparation of equipment schedules, valve lists, and line lists. Preparation of process descriptions and control philosophies. Development of alarm/trip setpoint lists. Preparation of material lists and technical specifications for material requisitions. Review and approval of drawings and MTOs in line with project specifications.

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Mechanical & Fabrication Design

Fabrication design and detailed drawings of process tanks, skids, pressure filter vessels, and storage tanks. Design of compact oil-water separator units. Design of active and passive odour control units using activated carbon media.
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Team Leadership & Coordination

Supervision and guidance of the drafting team for timely and accurate deliverables. Internal coordination with other disciplines (civil, electrical, instrumentation, etc.). Project coordination with clients, subcontractors, and site supervisors to ensure timely project completion
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Equipment Selection & Technical Approvals

Technical selection of pumps, blowers, dosing systems, agitators, odour control systems, valves, and instrumentation. Technical approval of equipment and materials as per project specifications
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Site Support & Operations

Pre- and post-engineering site surveys to validate design assumptions and as-built

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Providing technical support to proposal, production, installation, commissioning, and O&M teams. Guiding O&M teams in the preparation of operation and maintenance manuals for each process plant.
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Desirable Attributes - Water Process Innovation & Project Support

Keen interest in sustainable engineering solutions, innovative treatment technologies, and resource optimisation. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development in water and environmental engineering. Adaptable and able to thrive in dynamic project settings with changing priorities.
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Qualifications & Experience - Process Engineering, Water Industry

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. At least 3 years of experience in process engineering for water and wastewater treatment plants (municipal or industrial is acceptable). * Proven familiarity with industry standards, regulatory frameworks, and environmental compliance requirements in the water sector.