Junior Civil Engineer - Design & Planning

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Comprehensive training

Mentorship program

Diverse project exposure

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a motivated Junior Civil Engineer to join the design and planning team. This entry-point role suits recent graduates or early-career engineers to build fundamentals in civil infrastructure, including drafting, analysis, and coordination.

You will work with senior engineers, gaining experience through hands-on design tasks, research, and collaboration on various projects aimed at sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Strong academic record in civil engineering.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar drafting software is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn from experienced professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in preparing civil engineering designs, drawings, and specifications.
• Perform calculations for structural elements, drainage systems, and site grading.
• Research materials, standards, and regulatory requirements relevant to projects.
• Support project team with documentation, site visit coordination, and data collection.
• Learn and apply company design standards and best practices in all tasks.
• Contribute to planning and development phases of infrastructure projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is eager to welcome a motivated Junior Civil Engineer to their design and planning team based in Paarl. This role offers an exceptional entry point for a recent graduate or early-career engineer to develop fundamental skills in civil infrastructure design, contributing to a variety of projects. Working closely with senior engineers, you will gain invaluable experience in drafting, analysis, and project coordination. We seek a detail-oriented and enthusiastic individual eager to learn and contribute to creating sustainable and functional infrastructure solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the preparation of civil engineering designs, drawings, and specifications.
• Perform calculations for structural elements, drainage systems, and site grading.
• Conduct research on materials, standards, and regulatory requirements relevant to projects.
• Support the project team with documentation, site visit coordination, and data collection.
• Learn and apply company design standards and best practices in all tasks.
• Contribute to the overall planning and development phases of infrastructure projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• A strong academic record with foundational knowledge in civil engineering principles.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar drafting software is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn from experienced professionals.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with performance reviews.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship program.
• Exposure to diverse civil engineering projects and design challenges.
• Opportunities for career progression within the firm.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment focused on learning and development.