Civil Engineer - Transportation and Road Design

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Training & development

Career advancement

Local impact in Vereeniging

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Civil Engineer specializing in transportation and road design to join its Vereeniging team. You will design road alignments, prepare drawings and tender documents, and supervise construction on-site to ensure conformity with design specifications.

The ideal candidate holds a BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering with at least five years of experience, and is proficient in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, VISSIM and SIDRA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or master-level qualification in civil engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation engineering and road design.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, VISSIM and SIDRA for design and analysis.
• Strong understanding of geometric design, pavement design and road construction methods.
• Knowledge of South African road design standards and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop road alignments, cross-sections and intersection layouts for transportation projects.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications and tender documents for road construction.
• Conduct traffic analysis and geometric design studies to optimize traffic flow and safety.
• Supervise construction activities on-site, ensuring compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients and contractors to manage deliverables and timelines.

Skills

Geometric design

Pavement design

Road construction methods

Traffic analysis

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

VISSIM

SIDRA

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop road alignments, cross-sections, and intersection layouts for various transportation projects.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and tender documents for road construction.
• Conduct traffic analysis and geometric design studies to optimize traffic flow and safety.
• Supervise construction activities on-site, ensuring projects are built according to design specifications and quality standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and contractors to manage project deliverables and timelines.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation engineering and road design.
• Proficiency in transportation design software such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and traffic simulation tools (e.g., VISSIM, SIDRA).
• Strong understanding of geometric design principles, pavement design, and road construction methods.
• Knowledge of relevant South African road design standards and specifications.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for overtime pay.
• Access to cutting-edge design software and training.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement plan.
• Structured career development path within the firm.
• Opportunity to shape transportation infrastructure in Vereeniging and beyond.

Our client is seeking a dynamic Civil Engineer with a focus on transportation and road design to join their established team in Vereeniging . This role is essential for planning, designing, and overseeing the construction of roads, highways, and related transportation infrastructure. You will contribute to projects that enhance connectivity and mobility within the Gauteng region. The ideal candidate is passionate about transportation engineering, detail-oriented, and skilled in modern design practices. We value technical expertise and a commitment to delivering safe, efficient infrastructure.