Process Engineer (Water Treatment & Process Solutions)

Network Recruitment
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 5 hours ago
Full-time Engineering
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SUMMARY:

Process Engineer (Water Treatment & Process Solutions)

Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal (Open to candidates based anywhere in South Africa)
Are you a Chemical Engineer who enjoys solving complex process challenges while building strong client relationships? This opportunity offers the chance to combine technical engineering expertise with business development, proposal preparation, and customer engagement within the water and wastewater treatment sector.
Our client is a leading engineering solutions provider seeking a Process Engineer with a strong Chemical Engineering background and the ability to engage with clients, identify opportunities, develop technical proposals, and deliver innovative process solutions. Similar roles in the water treatment industry often involve technical sales support, process design, proposal development, tender submissions, client presentations, and technology selection for industrial and municipal water treatment projects.


POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Develop and prepare technical and commercial proposals for water and wastewater treatment projects. Engage directly with clients to understand process requirements and provide appropriate solutions. Support business development activities through technical presentations and client meetings. Conduct process evaluations, site assessments, and feasibility studies. Assist with tender submissions, bid clarification meetings, and proposal negotiations. Perform process design calculations, mass balances, and equipment sizing. Prepare Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), process descriptions, and technical documentation. Liaise with multidisciplinary engineering teams during project execution. Provide process support during commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimisation activities. Maintain strong customer relationships and identify opportunities for future business growth. Minimum Requirements BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering. Minimum 3-5 years' experience in process engineering, water treatment, wastewater treatment, or a related industry. Experience preparing proposals, tenders, quotations, or technical sales documentation. Strong client-facing and stakeholder engagement skills. Sound understanding of water treatment processes such as filtration, RO, UF, wastewater treatment, chemical dosing, or similar technologies. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to travel nationally when required. Advantageous Experience Exposure to industrial water treatment, wastewater treatment, desalination, or process plant environments. Experience with technical sales, business development, or applications\/proposal engineering. Knowledge of process simulation, P&IDs, process design, and costing methodologies. Experience engaging with mining, manufacturing, municipal, food & beverage, or industrial clients. What We're Looking For A commercially minded engineer who can bridge the gap between technical solutions and customer needs. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. A proactive professional who thrives in a client-focused environment. Someone who wants to play a key role in delivering sustainable water treatment solutions across South Africa. For more information or to apply, please send your CV to: If you have not received a response within 14 days of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationJohannesburg, Gauteng
CategoryEngineering
Posted15 October 2026
Closing Date14 November 2026
Network Recruitment
Johannesburg, Gauteng

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