Remote Civil Design Engineer

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote salary package

Flexible working hours

Software licenses provided

Online training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Civil Design Engineer to support nationwide infrastructure projects from a virtual office. This role focuses on detailed design, ensuring compliance with SA standards while working remotely with project teams.

You will develop road, drainage, and site grading designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design software, prepare drawings and reports, and collaborate with clients and regulators through digital channels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other relevant design software.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple design tasks effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for virtual collaboration.
• Understanding of South African civil engineering standards and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed engineering designs for infrastructure projects including roads, drainage systems, and site grading.
• Utilize civil engineering software for drafting, modeling, and analysis, ensuring precision and efficiency.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and construction drawings for tender and execution phases.
• Perform quantity take-offs and assist in the preparation of project cost estimates.
• Conduct quality assurance checks on design documents to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry best practices.
• Communicate effectively with remote project managers, clients, and consultants through virtual channels.

Skills

Independent work

Virtual collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Remote Civil Design Engineer to join their innovative team, supporting projects nationwide from a virtual setting. This role focuses on the detailed design aspects of civil infrastructure, ensuring technical accuracy and adherence to all relevant standards. As a fully remote employee, you will leverage cutting-edge technology to collaborate with project teams, clients, and regulatory bodies, contributing to the successful delivery of critical infrastructure projects. This position is ideal for a proactive engineer who excels in independent work and thrives in a connected, digital environment, delivering high-quality engineering solutions without the need for a physical office presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed engineering designs for infrastructure projects including roads, drainage systems, and site grading.
• Utilize civil engineering software for drafting, modeling, and analysis, ensuring precision and efficiency.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and construction drawings for tender and execution phases.
• Perform quantity take-offs and assist in the preparation of project cost estimates.
• Conduct quality assurance checks on design documents to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry best practices.
• Communicate effectively with remote project managers, clients, and consultants through virtual channels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other relevant design software.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple design tasks effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for virtual collaboration.
• Understanding of South African civil engineering standards and environmental regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive remote salary package.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful national projects.
• Provision of necessary software licenses and remote work tools.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate individual needs and productivity.
• Support for ongoing professional development and online training opportunities.