Remote Civil Design Engineer - Urban Infrastructure

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Career growth opportunities

Professional development support

Access to cutting-edge design tools

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Civil Design Engineer for a fully remote role in the United States. You will lead detailed site development designs, including grading, drainage, and municipal infrastructure, while collaborating with project teams remotely.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in civil design, proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and a strong understanding of stormwater and hydraulic calculations. Remote work requires excellent communication and multi-project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr Tech Eng) registration with ECSA.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in civil design engineering with emphasis on urban development and infrastructure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other design software.
• Solid understanding of stormwater management principles and hydraulic calculations.
• Experience in designing roads, water reticulation, and sewer systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a remote setting.
• Demonstrated ability to produce detailed design documentation.
• Familiarity with South African municipal planning processes and design standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed civil designs for site development, including grading, earthworks, and drainage.
• Design municipal roads, sidewalks, water distribution, and sewer networks.
• Prepare stormwater management plans with retention and detention calculations.
• Coordinate with utility companies for service integration.
• Produce CAD drawings, reports, and specifications.
• Conduct site analyses and feasibility studies for new developments.
• Ensure designs comply with by-laws, zoning, and standards.
• Collaborate remotely with project teams and planners.
• Perform quantity take-offs and assist cost estimation.
• Review and approve construction plans and provide remote technical support.

Skills

Civil design

Remote collaboration

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

ECSA Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Civil Design Engineer for a fully remote role in the United States. You will lead detailed site development designs, including grading, drainage, and municipal infrastructure, while collaborating with project teams remotely.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in civil design, proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and a strong understanding of stormwater and hydraulic calculations. Remote work requires excellent communication and multi-project management.