Junior Civil Engineer - Roads & Highways

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary.

Comprehensive medical and retirement

Structured training and mentorship

Exposure to Mpumalanga road projects

Career advancement opportunities

Positive and collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Junior Civil Engineer to join the Roads & Highways division. This entry-level role is ideal for a recent graduate eager to gain hands-on experience in road design, planning, and project management.

You will assist with site assessments, technical drawings, calculations, and ensure compliance with project specifications. The position offers structured training, mentorship, and exposure to a variety of Mpumalanga road projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Strong academic background in transportation or infrastructure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and willingness to learn other civil software.
• Basic understanding of road design, materials, and construction methods.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of road alignments, intersections, and related transportation infrastructure.
• Prepare technical drawings and construction details using CAD software.
• Conduct site investigations and data collection for road projects.
• Perform engineering calculations for earthworks, pavement design, and drainage.
• Support senior engineers in project planning, coordination, and documentation.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements on project sites.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Junior Civil Engineer to join their Roads & Highways division in Nelspruit . This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a recent graduate passionate about transportation infrastructure. You will work alongside experienced engineers, gaining hands‑on experience in the design, planning, and project management of road projects. The role involves assisting with site assessments, technical drawings, calculations, and ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards. This position offers a solid foundation for a career in civil engineering, with ample learning and development opportunities within a growing firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of road alignments, intersections, and related transportation infrastructure.
• Prepare technical drawings and construction details using CAD software.
• Conduct site investigations and data collection for road projects.
• Perform engineering calculations for earthworks, pavement design, and drainage.
• Support senior engineers in project planning, coordination, and documentation.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements on project sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• A strong academic background with a focus on transportation or infrastructure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and a willingness to learn other civil engineering software.
• Basic understanding of road design principles, materials, and construction methods.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, eager to learn and grow in Nelspruit.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Structured training and mentorship program.
• Exposure to diverse road and highway projects in the Mpumalanga region.
• Opportunity for career advancement within the company.
• Positive and collaborative team environment.