Civil engineer / Plumber for Reverse Osmosis
Company
Mofokeng Dodzo and Partners
Location
Roodepoort
Posted
1 day ago
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Job Description
Infrastructure Design & Planning:
Foundation & Structural Design: Design reinforced concrete structures (RCC) and steel structures for RO units, membrane housings, pumps, and high-pressure piping.
Plant Layout: Plan the site layout for optimal workflow, including intake structures, pre-treatment areas, RO skids, and storage tanks.
Project Management: Skills in planning, budgeting, and team management.
Knowledge of Materials: Understanding corrosion-resistant materials suitable for harsh chemical environments.
-specializes in managing the high-pressure hydraulic components, filtration housings, and piping infrastructure required to treat water.
-ensuring the system operates within safety regulations, maintaining optimal pressure, and ensuring high-quality water output by preventing leaks or contamination.
- Installation of RO Components: Installing and connecting RO membranes, pre-filters (sediment, carbon), post-filters, and storage tanks while ensuring proper plumbing integration.
Pipe Fitting and Joining: Expertise in working with various materials like PVC, CPVC, PEX, and copper piping.
-Valve Management: Installing and maintaining isolation valves to facilitate easy, low-downtime servicing.
Blueprint Interpretation: Reading technical drawings and schematics to understand the specific layout of the plant or system.
Foundation & Structural Design: Design reinforced concrete structures (RCC) and steel structures for RO units, membrane housings, pumps, and high-pressure piping.
Plant Layout: Plan the site layout for optimal workflow, including intake structures, pre-treatment areas, RO skids, and storage tanks.
Project Management: Skills in planning, budgeting, and team management.
Knowledge of Materials: Understanding corrosion-resistant materials suitable for harsh chemical environments.
-specializes in managing the high-pressure hydraulic components, filtration housings, and piping infrastructure required to treat water.
-ensuring the system operates within safety regulations, maintaining optimal pressure, and ensuring high-quality water output by preventing leaks or contamination.
- Installation of RO Components: Installing and connecting RO membranes, pre-filters (sediment, carbon), post-filters, and storage tanks while ensuring proper plumbing integration.
Pipe Fitting and Joining: Expertise in working with various materials like PVC, CPVC, PEX, and copper piping.
-Valve Management: Installing and maintaining isolation valves to facilitate easy, low-downtime servicing.
Blueprint Interpretation: Reading technical drawings and schematics to understand the specific layout of the plant or system.
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