Junior Irrigation Design Engineer

Our client in the agricultural sector is seeking a Junior Irrigation Design Engineer to join their growing team. This opportunity is ideal for a young and ambitious engineer with a background in Civil Mechanical or Irrigation Engineering who is eager to develop a career in irrigation design.

Salary and Benefits:

• Negotiable.

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist with the design and development of irrigation systems for agricultural projects.
• Conduct site visits surveys and assessments to gather project data.
• Support the preparation of irrigation layouts technical drawings and system specifications.
• Perform land surveys and collect topographical information for project planning.
• Assist with hydraulic calculations and system sizing.
• Prepare project documentation bills of quantities and material specifications.
• Support project implementation commissioning and troubleshooting activities.
• Liaise with clients contractors suppliers and internal teams as required.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and best practices.
• Travel regularly to project sites throughout the country.

Key Skills:

• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of surveying techniques and land measurement.
• Good problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop within the irrigation industry.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Irrigation Engineering Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience in land surveying and site measurements is essential.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and hydraulic principles is advantageous.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar design software would be beneficial.
• Valid drivers licence preferred.
• Willingness to travel.