Civil Engineer - Road & Highway Design (Remote)

Placements24; Canterbury; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Civil Engineer specializing in road and highway design to join their fully remote team working on Queenstown-origin projects. You will conceptualize, design, and oversee transportation infrastructure in a virtual environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in road design, proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D or MXRoads, and strong knowledge of AASHTO or regional standards. This role offers remote work, competitive compensation, and opportunities to influence

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in road and highway design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MXRoads.
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO or relevant regional road design standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop geometric layouts for new roads, highways, and interchanges.
• Prepare detailed construction drawings, specifications, and quantity take-offs for road projects.
• Conduct traffic analysis and impact studies to inform design decisions.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant national and provincial road design standards and guidelines.
• Collaborate virtually with stakeholders, including government bodies and construction firms, throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and approve design modifications and respond to technical queries from construction teams.

Skills

Geometric design

Traffic analysis

Road design principles

Virtual collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MXRoads

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Civil Engineer specializing in road and highway design to join their fully remote team, serving projects originating from Queenstown . This role involves the conceptualization, design, and technical oversight of transportation infrastructure projects, ensuring they are safe, efficient, and meet modern engineering standards. You will utilize advanced design software and collaborate closely with project managers and construction teams in a virtual environment. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced highway engineer who values the flexibility of remote work and is passionate about contributing to the development of essential transportation networks. The ideal candidate is proficient in geometric design and traffic flow principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop geometric layouts for new roads, highways, and interchanges.
• Prepare detailed construction drawings, specifications, and quantity take-offs for road projects.
• Conduct traffic analysis and impact studies to inform design decisions.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant national and provincial road design standards and guidelines.
• Collaborate virtually with stakeholders, including government bodies and construction firms, throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and approve design modifications and respond to technical queries from construction teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in road and highway design.
• Proficiency in road design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MXRoads, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO or relevant South African road design standards.
• Experience with traffic engineering principles and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and virtual collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work benefits.
• Fully remote position supporting projects related to Queenstown .
• Comprehensive medical and retirement planning assistance.
• Generous professional development allowance for relevant training.
• Access to a wide range of challenging and impactful transportation projects.