Junior / Project Engineer

Job Title:

Junior / Project Engineer

Salary:

R25,000 – R40,000/month CTC

Location:

Cape Town ( On-site, Full-time )

About Us

Ground 2 Tap is a fast-growing engineering company on a mission to make water reliable across Southern Africa. 💧

We design and build cutting-edge water treatment systems that deliver peace of mind, cost savings, and resilience for homes, businesses, and communities. We’re known for doing things right — and we’re growing fast.

Why This Role Matters

We’re looking for a sharp, ambitious Junior Engineer to join our design team at the forefront of water technology.

From day one, you’ll be designing real systems that go into the field — not just paper projects.

You’ll get to:

Lead design work on bespoke water treatment systems, Learn directly from senior engineers and field experts, See your designs come alive on-site through installation and commissioning, and Contribute to product innovation in one of the fastest-evolving sectors in engineering. If you want a role where your work matters from day one, and where learning curves are steep but rewarding, this is it.

What You’ll Do:

Design, draft, and develop water treatment systems using AutoCAD and engineering tools. Run system calculations and apply engineering fundamentals to solve design challenges.

Prepare schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and system documentation. Collaborate with project managers and field teams to ensure designs translate into real-world reliability. Join site visits to observe installations and support commissioning where needed. Feed learnings back into product design and process improvements.

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical)

0–3 years of experience (graduates welcome — but top-tier performers only).

Strong academic track record and problem-solving mindset.

Confident with AutoCAD (2+ years practical exposure preferred).

Exposure to PLC programming and electro-mechanical systems is a plus.

Valid driver’s license and own transport.

Currently based in Cape Town.

What We Offer

• Work at the cutting edge of water technology and product development.
• A fast-paced, engineering-led culture where you’ll grow fast.
• Direct access to senior engineers and leadership.
• The chance to see your designs in action — not just on screen.
• A team that values precision, ownership, and curiosity.
• Cometitive Salary
• 20 Days leave
• Co-funded Medical Insurance

Apply If You’re Ready To

• Build real systems that make water reliable.
• Learn fast, work hard, and grow into a Project Engineer.
• Take ownership of your designs and see them through to reality.
• Be part of a company that’s changing how water works in Southern Africa.