Civil Engineer - Road and Highway Design

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary and bonuses

Professional development

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a seasoned Civil Engineer specializing in road and highway design to lead planning, design and construction support for high-profile Northern Cape projects.

You will design alignments, prepare plans and specs, conduct traffic studies, and collaborate with environmental and geotechnical teams while enjoying a hybrid work model and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in road and highway design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or Civil 3D or similar software.
• Strong knowledge of South African road design standards and guidelines (e.g., COTO).
• Knowledge of pavement analysis and design principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design road alignments, intersections, and interchanges according to geometric design standards.
• Develop detailed plans for pavement design, drainage systems, and earthworks.
• Conduct traffic studies and analyses to inform design decisions and ensure traffic safety.
• Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for road construction projects.
• Collaborate with environmental specialists, geotechnical engineers, and other disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions.
• Provide technical support during the construction phase, assisting with site inspections and issue resolution.

Skills

Road design

Geometric design

Traffic studies

Communication skills

Project collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Civil 3D

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proficient Civil Engineer with specialization in Road and Highway Design to join their team in Upington . This role is central to the planning, design, and development of safe and efficient transportation infrastructure. You will be involved in all stages of road design projects, from conceptualization and feasibility studies to detailed design and construction support. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical skills in geometric design, drainage, and pavement engineering, coupled with an understanding of traffic engineering principles. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to significant transportation projects within the Northern Cape region, working within a collaborative and technically advanced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design road alignments, intersections, and interchanges according to geometric design standards.
• Develop detailed plans for pavement design, drainage systems, and earthworks.
• Conduct traffic studies and analyses to inform design decisions and ensure traffic safety.
• Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for road construction projects.
• Collaborate with environmental specialists, geotechnical engineers, and other disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions.
• Provide technical support during the construction phase, assisting with site inspections and issue resolution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in road and highway design.
• Proficiency in road design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D , Civil 3D , or similar.
• Strong understanding of South African road design standards and guidelines (e.g., COTO).
• Knowledge of pavement analysis and design principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of office and remote flexibility.
• Involvement in key transportation infrastructure projects in the Northern Cape .
• Support for professional development and further certifications.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking engineering team culture.