Drainage Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Career growth

Sustainable engineering

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a specialized Drainage Engineer to join their hybrid team in the Northern Cape. You will design and implement stormwater and drainage systems for infrastructure projects, applying hydrology, hydraulics, and SuDS to reduce flood risk and manage urban runoff.

The role combines remote design work with site visits and client meetings, requiring 3-5 years of drainage experience and a Civil Engineering degree focused on Water Resources or Hydrology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Water Resources or Hydrology.
• 3–5 years of experience in drainage design and stormwater management.
• Proficiency in relevant hydrological and hydraulic modelling software.
• Understanding of South African environmental legislation and drainage standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive stormwater and drainage systems.
• Perform hydrological and hydraulic analyses for urban and rural development projects.
• Prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and design reports for drainage infrastructure.
• Ensure designs comply with environmental regulations and sustainable drainage principles (SuDS).
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, urban planners, and environmental specialists.
• Conduct site investigations and construction supervision for drainage works.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Stormwater design

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

BEng Civil Engineering (Water Resources/Hydrology)

Tools

Hydrological modelling software

Hydraulic modelling software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Drainage Engineer to join their hybrid team. This role is pivotal in designing and implementing effective stormwater management and drainage systems for a variety of infrastructure projects. You will apply your expertise in hydrology, hydraulics, and sustainable drainage techniques to mitigate flood risks and manage urban water runoff. The position offers a dynamic mix of remote design work and necessary site assessments or client meetings within the Northern Cape region .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive stormwater and drainage systems.
• Perform hydrological and hydraulic analyses for urban and rural development projects.
• Prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and design reports for drainage infrastructure.
• Ensure designs comply with environmental regulations and sustainable drainage principles (SuDS).
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, urban planners, and environmental specialists.
• Conduct site investigations and construction supervision for drainage works.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Water Resources or Hydrology.
• 3-5 years of experience in drainage design and stormwater management.
• Proficiency in relevant hydrological and hydraulic modelling software.
• Understanding of South African environmental legislation and drainage standards .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote tasks with site visits.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life integration.
• Involvement in crucial stormwater management projects .
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A team dedicated to sustainable engineering solutions.