Drainage Civil Engineer

Placements24; Sandton; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary commensurate with经验

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Flexible hybrid schedule

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a specialized Drainage Civil Engineer to join our client’s team in a hybrid role. You will design drainage systems for urban and rural development, manage stormwater runoff, and help prevent flooding while advancing sustainable water management practices.

The ideal candidate has a strong hydraulics and hydrology background, PE eligibility, and at least five years of drainage design experience, with proficiency in HEC-RAS or SWMM.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with Water Resources or Drainage specialization.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility.
• Minimum of 5 years' drainage design experience.
• Proficient with hydraulic modeling software (HEC-RAS, SWMM).

Responsabilidades

• Design drainage systems including culverts, channels, retention ponds, and basins.
• Perform hydraulic and hydrological analyses for stormwater plans.
• Prepare drawings, calculations, and specs for drainage infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and BMPs.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to integrate drainage solutions.
• Provide site support during construction.

Conocimientos

Hydraulics

Hydrology

Open-channel flow

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Water Resources/Drainage)

Herramientas

HEC-RAS

SWMM

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Drainage Civil Engineer to join their team in Sandton . This hybrid role focuses on the design and implementation of effective drainage systems for urban and rural development projects. You will play a key role in managing stormwater runoff, preventing flooding, and ensuring sustainable water management practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in hydraulics and hydrology, combined with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with design teams and clients. You will contribute to projects that enhance public safety and environmental quality through sound engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive drainage systems, including culverts, channels, retention ponds, and detention basins.
• Perform hydraulic and hydrological analyses for stormwater management plans.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications for drainage infrastructure.
• Ensure designs comply with local stormwater regulations, environmental standards, and best management practices.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines (e.g., transportation, land development) to integrate drainage solutions.
• Conduct site assessments and provide technical support during construction phases.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, with a specialization in Water Resources or Drainage Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in drainage design and stormwater management.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-RAS, SWMM, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of hydrology, fluid mechanics, and open-channel flow.
• Experience with site development regulations and environmental permitting processes.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Flexible hybrid work schedule.
• Involvement in projects that significantly improve urban infrastructure and environmental resilience.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.