Drainage Engineer - Stormwater Management

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 client in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Drainage Engineer to join their environmental and infrastructure team. You will design and implement stormwater management systems, flood controls, and urban drainage solutions that reduce flood risk and support sustainable development.

The role requires a BEng/BTech in Civil Engineering with hydrology focus, 6+ years in drainage engineering, and proficiency in HEC-RAS/SWMM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in civil engineering with a hydrology focus.
• ECSA registration as a Professional Engineer or Technologist.
• Minimum of 6 years in drainage engineering and stormwater management.
• Experience with hydrological and hydraulic modeling software (HEC-RAS, SWMM).

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze stormwater drainage systems, including culverts, channels, and detention/retention basins.
• Develop flood risk assessments and mitigation strategies for new developments and existing areas.
• Prepare detailed design calculations, drawings, and specifications for drainage infrastructure.
• Ensure designs comply with local authority requirements, environmental regulations, and best practices in hydrology.
• Liaise with municipal engineers, environmental consultants, and developers on drainage-related matters.
• Conduct site inspections to assess existing drainage conditions and construction progress.

Skills

Hydrology & water resources

Drainage design principles

Stormwater management

Education

BEng or BTech in Civil Engineering (hydrology or water resources)

Tools

HEC-RAS

SWMM

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proficient Drainage Engineer to join their environmental and infrastructure team in Benoni , Gauteng. This role is crucial for the design and implementation of effective stormwater management systems, flood control measures, and urban drainage solutions. You will contribute to projects that mitigate the impact of heavy rainfall and ensure sustainable water management in urban and rural environments. This position offers the chance to work on diverse projects, from urban planning developments to major infrastructure upgrades, impacting environmental resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and analyze stormwater drainage systems, including culverts, channels, and detention/retention basins.
• Develop flood risk assessments and mitigation strategies for new developments and existing areas.
• Prepare detailed design calculations, drawings, and specifications for drainage infrastructure.
• Ensure designs comply with local authority requirements, environmental regulations, and best practices in hydrology.
• Liaise with municipal engineers, environmental consultants, and developers on drainage-related matters.
• Conduct site inspections to assess existing drainage conditions and construction progress.

Requirements

• BEng or BTech in Civil Engineering with a focus on hydrology or water resources.
• ECSA registration as a Professional Engineer or Technologist.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in drainage engineering and stormwater management.
• Proficiency in hydrological and hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, SWMM).
• Solid understanding of rainfall-runoff processes, flood modeling, and drainage design principles.
• Experience with erosion and sediment control measures is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Exposure to a variety of challenging drainage and infrastructure projects.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Work within a collaborative team focused on sustainable infrastructure in Benoni .