Civil Engineer - Road & Highway Design

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 950,000 - 1,250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

PD support

Job summary

Placements24 in Mpumalanga is seeking a skilled Civil Engineer to lead road and highway design in Nelspruit. You will plan, design, and develop road networks that balance safety, efficiency and sustainability.

The ideal candidate has a BEng in Civil Engineering, at least 7 years of experience, and Pr Eng registration with ECSA. Proficiency in Civil 3D and AutoCAD is essential for delivering compliant, high‑quality designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in road and highway design.
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA is required.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and relevant modeling tools.
• Strong understanding of traffic engineering principles and geometric design standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop road alignments, intersections, interchanges, and drainage systems.
• Prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Conduct site surveys and analyses to assess conditions.
• Ensure designs comply with road design standards, traffic safety principles, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders through design and construction phases.
• Review contractor submittals and respond to site queries during construction.

Skills

Road design

Traffic engineering

Site analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Civil Engineer with expertise in road and highway design to join their team in Nelspruit . You will be responsible for the planning, design, and development of road networks, ensuring functionality, safety, and efficiency. This role involves working on a variety of projects, from urban road improvements to major highway developments, and requires close collaboration with government authorities, environmental consultants, and construction teams. The ideal candidate is proficient in modern road design principles and software, with a commitment to creating sustainable and well-engineered transportation solutions for Mpumalanga.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop road alignments, intersections, interchanges, and associated drainage systems.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and construction cost estimates for road projects.
• Conduct site surveys and analyses to assess existing conditions and constraints.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant road design standards, traffic safety principles, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders throughout the design and construction phases.
• Review contractor submittals and respond to site queries during construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in road and highway design.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is required.
• Proficiency in road design software such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and relevant modeling tools.
• Strong understanding of traffic engineering principles and geometric design standards.
• Experience with environmental impact assessments and permitting processes for transportation projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on significant road infrastructure projects in Nelspruit .
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Support for ongoing professional development.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment.