Civil Design Engineer – Water & Bulk Water

Flink Recruitment; George; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 840,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Civil Design Engineer for Water & Bulk Water in George. The role involves managing water infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have strong project management skills and a degree in Civil Engineering, along with registration as a Professional Engineer.

Qualifications

• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng. / Pr.Eng.) with Engineering Council of South Africa.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in civil engineering focused on water systems.
• Experience with municipalities or water utilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and manage water infrastructure projects.
• Lead approvals for engineering designs and feasibility studies.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and network analysis.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Hydraulic modeling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Postgraduate degree (advantageous)

Tools

EPANET

iDAS

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Our client is looking for a Civil Design Engineer – Water & Bulk Water to join their dynamic team in George.

Roles and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities :

Plan, design, and manage water infrastructure projects, including bulk pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs, pressure management systems, and reticulation networks.

Lead the technical review and approval of engineering designs and feasibility studies for water supply projects.

Oversee the implementation of capital works programs and maintenance strategies for municipal water infrastructure.

Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., planning, finance) and external stakeholders (e.g., consultants, contractors, government agencies).

Conduct hydraulic modeling and network analysis to optimize system performance and identify future needs.

Prepare technical reports, project proposals, procurement documents, and council submissions.

Ensure compliance with local, provincial / state, and national water regulations, safety standards, and engineering codes.

Experience with the NWA and NEMA will be beneficial.

Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and technologists.

Conduct field inspections, troubleshoot operational issues, and support commissioning of new infrastructure.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (a relevant Post graduate degree is advantageous).

Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng. / Pr.Eng.) with Engineering Council of South Africa.

Minimum 5 years of experience in civil engineering, with a strong focus on water distribution and bulk supply systems.

Experience working in or with municipalities or water utilities on infrastructure development and service delivery.

Strong understanding of hydraulic modeling software, preferably EPANET, iDAS and AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Demonstrated project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor supervision.

Core Competencies :

Technical expertise in water engineering and infrastructure design.

Strong project management and contract administration abilities.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Knowledge of water sector regulations and municipal service delivery frameworks.

Commitment to sustainable and equitable water resource management.

Office-based with regular field work and site visits.

Occasional travel to project sites and municipal locations.

Valid driver’s license required.

Employment Type : Permanent Employment

Industry : Civil Engineering

Work space preference : Work Onsite

Ideal work province : Western Cape

Ideal work city : George

Salary bracket : R 0 – 0

Driver’s License : CODE B (Car)

Own car needed : Yes

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