Civil Design Engineer - Pretoria

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Civil Design Engineer to join our client’s transport infrastructure team in Pretoria, Gauteng. The role focuses on planning, design, and implementation of road and transport projects across the region, developing technical solutions and design documentation to meet standards and client expectations.

You will work on diverse projects, collaborate with project managers and external stakeholders, and contribute to tender documents while ensuring high-quality, compliant

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering.
• ECSA Candidate Engineer or Professional Engineer preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in civil road design and infrastructure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and MX Roads.
• Experience with traffic modelling software advantageous.
• Strong understanding of South African road design standards (e.g., COTO).
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment and manage workload independently.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of road infrastructure, including geometric design, pavement design, and drainage systems.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, plans, sections, and specifications using relevant software.
• Conduct traffic analysis and impact studies.
• Undertake quantity surveying and cost estimation for proposed works.
• Ensure compliance with national and provincial road design standards and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with project managers, other disciplines, and external stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of tender documents and technical reports.
• Review designs and calculations for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MX Roads

Traffic modelling

Technical writing

Communication

COTO standards

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MX Roads

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent consulting engineering firm focused on transportation infrastructure, is seeking a dedicated Civil Design Engineer to join their team in Pretoria, Gauteng . This role is crucial for the planning, design, and implementation of various road and transport infrastructure projects across the region. You will be responsible for developing technical solutions, preparing design documentation, and ensuring projects meet required standards and client expectations. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer to contribute to the development of vital public infrastructure and grow within a supportive professional environment. The role will involve working on a variety of challenging projects, offering significant scope for learning and development in Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and development of road infrastructure, including geometric design, pavement design, and drainage systems.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, plans, sections, and specifications using relevant software.
• Conduct traffic analysis and impact studies.
• Undertake quantity surveying and cost estimation for proposed works.
• Ensure compliance with national and provincial road design standards and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with project managers, other disciplines, and external stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of tender documents and technical reports.
• Review designs and calculations for accuracy and completeness.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Candidate Engineer or Professional Engineer is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil road design and infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in civil design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or MX Roads.
• Experience with traffic modelling software is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of South African road design standards (e.g., COTO).
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment and manage workload independently.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, potential for performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. This role provides excellent opportunities for professional growth, training, and involvement in significant infrastructure projects. The firm fosters a collaborative culture and supports professional development for its engineers working on projects across Pretoria and the wider Gauteng region.