Chemical Process Engineer

We’re Drytong, a Cape Town-born startup with a bold mission: to make houses 100% water self-sufficient. We’re shaking up an industry that hasn’t changed much in 300 years – and it’s all happening right here in South Africa. We’re not just dreaming big – we’re building big. And to do that, we need you.
We’re looking for our first Chemical Process Engineer – a hands-on, inventive, and driven person to work on our prototype.
If you’ve been looking for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get in at the ground floor of a startup with global ambitions, this is it. You’ll work side by side with our mechatronics engineer, our experienced Founder & CEO and have the kind of growth and responsibility you’d never get in a big corporate company.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Help design, build and optimize our Prototype
  • Test it, troubleshoot it, make it better.
  • Research, monitor and evaluate water technologies
  • Work on new ideas, innovations, and R&D projects to keep us ahead of the game

What We’re Looking For

  • At least 5 years of experience
  • Solid experience in the water industry
  • Someone who’s resourceful, practical, and loves rolling up their sleeves.
  • A problem-solver who’s ready to tackle challenges head-on

What’s In It For You?

This isn’t just a job – it’s an adventure to shape the future of water technology.

  • Location : Cape Town 
  • Employment type : Full time
  • Salary : R600K – R800K CTC + Equity participation plan

Send us your CV and references at [email protected], please write “CPE25” at the top of your CV and in the email subject. We usually receive a very high volume of applications, so only those that meet the requirements will be considered.

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