Senior Process Engineer

Recruiter:

Recruitpro Solutions

Job Ref:

Rec000118/LL

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A well-established engineering and technology group specialising in water and wastewater treatment, biogas production from waste streams, and nutrient recovery is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join its growing engineering team.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality process solutions across water and wastewater projects, contributing to design excellence, project execution, and long-term client relationships.

This role is based within the engineering department and reports to the Engineering and Project Manager.

POSITION INFO:

Duties & Responsibilities

Develop complete process design packages for water and wastewater treatment projects
Translate process requirements into clear and accurate PFDs and P&IDs
Perform process simulations and prepare mass and energy balances
Select and specify process equipment and prepare technical data sheets
Execute process calculations including chemical dosing, hydraulic flow and velocity, gas generation, and treatment efficiency
Develop process control philosophies and provide inputs to automation and control systems
Collaborate with mechanical engineers on plant layout and equipment arrangement
Provide process engineering support during construction, commissioning, and operational phases
Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients on process-related matters
Participate in internal and external project meetings
Conduct pilot testing and field trials, analyse results, and optimise process designs
Prepare technical reports and formal engineering documentation
Support Factory Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing of process equipment and instrumentation within WTP and WWTP projects
Apply a proactive and preventative approach to technical problem-solving

Qualifications

BTech in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering
BSc in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering
5 to 10 years’ experience in process design and implementation, preferably within the water and wastewater treatment sector
Working knowledge of MS Office, AutoCAD Plant 3D, and process engineering tools
Solid understanding of SHE requirements and ISO or SANS standards
Valid driver’s licence and South African ID
Willingness to travel as required

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