Remote Civil Design Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Home office stipend

Professional development

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Civil Design Engineer to join an expanding virtual engineering team. The role focuses on developing detailed civil designs and construction documents from a remote setup, contributing to national projects across South Africa.

You will collaborate with project managers and engineering teams remotely, applying your AutoCAD Civil 3D skills and civil design knowledge to ensure compliant, high-quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of civil engineering design experience, preferably with infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other civil design software.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong knowledge of South African civil engineering standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed civil designs for infrastructure projects, including site layouts and grading plans.
• Produce construction drawings, specifications, and reports using CAD and related software.
• Collaborate with remote project managers and engineers across locations.
• Perform design reviews, calculations, and analysis to ensure feasibility and safety.
• Research and recommend suitable materials and construction methods.
• Maintain project documentation and records for all design activities.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Civil design

Remote collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and innovative Remote Civil Design Engineer to join their expanding virtual engineering team. This position is critical for contributing to the design and planning phases of various civil infrastructure projects, all managed from a remote setup. You will leverage your technical expertise to develop detailed designs, schematics, and construction documents, working collaboratively with project managers and engineering teams across different locations. This role is ideal for a self-motivated professional who thrives in a remote work environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality engineering solutions without geographical constraints, contributing to significant projects across South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed civil engineering designs for infrastructure projects, including site layouts, grading plans, stormwater management, and utility designs.
• Utilize CAD and other design software to produce construction drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Collaborate effectively with remote project managers, clients, and other engineering disciplines via virtual communication platforms.
• Conduct design reviews, calculations, and analysis to ensure project feasibility, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Research and recommend appropriate materials and construction methods for projects.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure accurate record-keeping for all design activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil engineering design, preferably with infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other relevant civil design software is essential.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a remote work setting.
• Strong understanding of South African civil engineering standards and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary, reflecting significant remote work expertise.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Provision of necessary software licenses and potential home office stipend.
• Access to online professional development courses and virtual training.
• Opportunity to contribute to diverse and impactful national projects from anywhere.
• A supportive online community and regular virtual team meetings to foster connection.