Civil Design Engineer - Water Services

Placements24; United States; Hybride; USD 54 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary package

Medical aid contributions

Retirement fund contributions

Continuous professional development

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Résumé du poste

Placements24 client in the Western Cape seeks a Civil Design Engineer with water services expertise to design water supply, wastewater, and stormwater systems for municipal and private clients. The role is hybrid, with office design work and occasional site visits in Paarl.

You will work on hydraulic modeling, standard compliance, and detailed drawings using EPANET, WaterCAD, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D, with opportunities for growth and involvement in key infrastructure projects across the Western

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech Eng) is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in water and wastewater infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software (EPANET, WaterCAD) and CAD tools (AutoCAD, Civil 3D).
• Strong knowledge of water treatment processes and distribution network design.
• Understanding of municipal infrastructure planning and approval processes.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid office/site environment.

Responsabilités

• Design and develop water supply and distribution systems including pipelines, pumps, and reservoirs.
• Design wastewater collection and treatment systems and sewers.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and modeling for water and sewer networks.
• Prepare detailed design drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
• Conduct site investigations and assessments for new and existing infrastructure.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and contractors through project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with SANS standards, by-laws, and environmental regulations.
• Assist with project management tasks including cost estimation and progress monitoring.

Connaissances

Report writing

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Outils

EPANET

WaterCAD

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a well-established engineering firm operating in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a skilled Civil Design Engineer with expertise in water services to join their expanding team. This hybrid role involves a combination of office-based design work and occasional site visits. You will be responsible for the design and development of water supply, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects for municipal and private clients. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in hydraulic design, distribution networks, and treatment processes, along with proficiency in relevant design software. This position offers a great opportunity to contribute to essential infrastructure development within the beautiful Western Cape region while working within a flexible hybrid model.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop water supply and distribution systems, including pipelines, pump stations, and reservoirs.
• Design wastewater collection and treatment systems, including sewers and treatment plants.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and modeling for water and sewer networks using specialized software.
• Prepare detailed design drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
• Conduct site investigations and assessments for new projects and existing infrastructure.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and contractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with relevant SANS standards, municipal by‑laws, and environmental regulations.
• Assist with project management tasks, including cost estimation and progress monitoring.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech. Eng) is required.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the design of water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software (e.g., EPANET, WaterCAD) and CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D).
• Strong knowledge of water treatment processes and distribution network design.
• Understanding of municipal infrastructure planning and approval processes.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing office and remote tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Provision for medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.
• Involvement in key water infrastructure projects within Paarl region and beyond.
• A supportive team environment fostering collaboration and growth.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.