Junior Civil Engineer - Design & Planning

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Mentorship program

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Exposure to diverse projects

Competitive starting salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Civil Engineer to join the design and planning team based in Paarl, South Africa. This entry-level role offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career engineers to develop core civil infrastructure design skills while working closely with senior professionals.

You will gain hands-on experience in drafting, analysis, and project coordination, with a focus on sustainable and functional infrastructure solutions within a supportive,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with strong academic record.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar drafting software 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 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Proactive learner

Drafting

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.