Remote Civil Design Engineer - Water Resources

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remote salary

Flexible hours

Online professional development

Work from home near Tembisa

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Civil Design Engineer for water resource projects in South Africa. The role focuses on conceptualization, design, and analysis of water supply, wastewater, and stormwater systems, with a distributed team and remote collaboration.

Candidates should have a Civil or Environmental Engineering degree, 5+ years, and proficiency with EPANET, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• PE/TE registration with ECSA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years experience in water resource engineering and design.
• Experience with hydraulic modeling software EPANET, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Strong remote collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Experience with remote work tools (Teams, Zoom).
• Reliable internet and home office setup.

Responsibilities

• Design water and wastewater infrastructure plans.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and analysis for water distribution networks and sewer systems.
• Prepare design reports, technical specifications, and construction drawings.
• Collaborate with remote project managers, engineers, and technicians via digital platforms.
• Ensure designs comply with national and international water engineering standards and environmental regulations.
• Perform quality assurance checks on design deliverables.
• Research and propose innovative solutions for water resource challenges.
• Assist in tender documents and respond to technical queries during bidding.
• Contribute to sustainable and resilient water infrastructure solutions.
• Stay updated with advancements in water resource engineering and remote work technologies.

Skills

Remote collaboration

CAD software proficiency

Hydraulic modeling

Project management

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Pr Eng / Pr Tech Eng registration (ECSA) preferred

Tools

EPANET

WaterGEMS

SewerGEMS

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking engineering firm specializing in sustainable water resource management, is looking for a dedicated Remote Civil Design Engineer to join their distributed team. This fully remote position based out of **Tembisa, Gauteng**, offers the unique advantage of working from anywhere within South Africa while contributing to critical water infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for the conceptualization, design, and analysis of water supply, wastewater treatment, and stormwater management systems. This role demands a proactive and self-motivated individual with a passion for environmental engineering and a proven ability to deliver high-quality designs in a remote setting. The ideal candidate will be adept at leveraging digital collaboration tools and maintaining strong communication with the broader project team, clients, and stakeholders. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and innovative remote work culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop plans for water and wastewater infrastructure, including pipelines, pump stations, and treatment facilities.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and analysis for water distribution networks and sewer systems.
• Prepare detailed design reports, technical specifications, and construction drawings.
• Collaborate effectively with remote project managers, other engineers, and technicians via digital platforms.
• Ensure designs comply with national and international water engineering standards and environmental regulations.
• Perform quality assurance checks on design deliverables before submission.
• Research and propose innovative solutions for water resource challenges.
• Assist in the preparation of tender documents and respond to technical queries during the bidding process.
• Contribute to the development of sustainable and resilient water infrastructure solutions.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in water resource engineering and remote work technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr Tech Eng) registration with ECSA is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in water resource engineering and design.
• Demonstrable experience with hydraulic modeling software (e.g., EPANET, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS).
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D) for design production.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with remote work tools and collaborative platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom, project management software).
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a dedicated home office setup.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with remote experience.
• Opportunity to work on impactful water infrastructure projects without the need for relocation.
• Flexible working hours within agreed-upon core collaboration times.
• Access to online professional development courses and virtual training.
• Contribution to a company culture that values innovation and work-life balance.
• Exposure to cutting-edge water management technologies.
• Work from the comfort of your home in or around **Tembisa, Gauteng**.