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Chemical Process Engineer
(CPEIX)
Overview
Reference
CPEIX
Salary
ZAR/annum + 0
Job Location
- South Africa -- Tshwane Metro -- Pretoria
Job Type
Permanent
Posted
16 February 2026
Closing date
16 Mar 2026 21:59
Key Roles & Responsibilities
1. Business Development & Tender Support
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Assist with tender briefings, documentation, method statements, and pricing inputs.
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Support cost estimation and proposal development activities.
2. Project Management, Quality & Compliance
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Comply with company project registration, risk, quality, and health & safety procedures.
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Maintain auditable documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
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Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and client specifications.
3. Technical Project Delivery
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Prepare mass and energy balances, PFDs, P&IDs, datasheets, reports, and detailed designs.
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Conduct water use optimisation, treatment technology selection, and liability assessments.
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Develop tender documentation and manage drawing preparation.
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Monitor construction activities, installation quality, testing, commissioning, and project close-out.
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Assist with project financial administration including invoicing and cost control.
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Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective project delivery.
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Prepare and present technical reports and client presentations.
4. Training & Mentorship
5. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
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Maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and leadership growth.
Education & Qualifications
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B.Eng. Degree in Engineering (Water Engineering postgraduate qualification advantageous).
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Eligible for Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration within one year, or proof of application to ECSA.
Experience
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Minimum of 5+ years of technical and practical experience in water engineering projects.
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Proven experience in design and implementation of water and wastewater treatment works.
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At least 5 consecutive years’ experience using water treatment simulation software.
Knowledge
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Working knowledge of drafting software (PFD and P&ID development).
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Strong understanding of multidisciplinary engineering integration in infrastructure projects.
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Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, industrial/mining effluent treatment systems, and related infrastructure.
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Familiarity with BioWin and RO simulation software such as Winflows and WAVE (advantageous).
Skills
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Strong technical design and analytical skills.
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Excellent written and verbal business communication skills.
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Ability to manage scope, costs, and project timelines.
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Critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
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Collaboration and stakeholder coordination skills.
Personal Attributes
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High integrity and adherence to engineering ethics.
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Enthusiastic about water and wastewater engineering.
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Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build professional relationships.
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Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally and internationally.
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Self-motivated with leadership potential.
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