Junior Process Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES025664/Dione

Date posted:

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

The Junior Process Engineer supports the design, optimization, and maintenance of process systems within a water treatment and processing environment. This role focuses on improving operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and assisting with project implementation while gaining hands-on exposure to engineering practices.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Assist in the design, evaluation, and optimization of water and wastewater treatment processes
Support process troubleshooting activities to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements
Collect, analyse, and interpret operational data to drive process enhancements
Prepare technical reports, documentation, and performance summaries
Participate in commissioning, validation, and performance testing of equipment and systems
Work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams on projects and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
Assist in developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process flow documentation
Monitor system performance and support preventative and corrective maintenance efforts
Contribute to cost-saving initiatives and resource optimization

Job Experience & Skills Required (Ideal Candidate Profile):

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
0–2 years of relevant experience (internships or exposure to water treatment processes advantageous)
Basic understanding of process engineering principles and water treatment technologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Familiarity with process simulation software or data analysis tools is an advantage

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