Civil Design Engineer - Water Services

Placements24; Stellenbosch Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Involvement in water infrastructure in

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a Civil Design Engineer with water services expertise for a hybrid role. You will design water supply networks, wastewater systems, and stormwater infrastructure for municipal and private clients, and perform hydraulic modeling using EPANET, WaterCAD, AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Requirements include a Civil Engineering degree, ECSA Pr.

Eng or Pr. Tech Eng registration, and 5+ years of design experience.

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 the design of water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software (EPANET, WaterCAD) and CAD software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D).

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 standards and environmental regulations.

Skills

Water/wastewater design

Hydraulic modeling

Project coordination

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)

Tools

EPANET

WaterCAD

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

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 the Paarl region and beyond.


• A supportive team environment fostering collaboration and growth.


• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.