Remote Civil Engineer - Design & Planning

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work arrangement

Professional development

Diverse projects

Advanced design tools access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Civil Engineer to join the team on a fully remote basis, contributing to the design, planning, and analysis of roads, bridges, water systems, and drainage infrastructure. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; Pr.Eng registration with ECSA is highly desirable.

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Revit is expected, with strong geotechnical, hydrology, and structural analysis knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Pr.Eng registration with ECSA is highly desirable.
• Experience in design and planning of civil infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design calculations and analysis for civil projects.
• Develop detailed design drawings, specs, and reports using CAD and related software.
• Ensure designs comply with standards, codes, and regulations.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure feasibility and implementation.
• Review shop drawings and submittals from contractors.
• Conduct feasibility studies and provide technical recommendations.

Skills

Civil design

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Civil Engineer to join their team on a fully remote basis, contributing to a variety of civil infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for the design, planning, and analysis of projects such as roads, bridges, water systems, and drainage infrastructure. This role requires a strong theoretical foundation, practical design experience, and the ability to utilize advanced engineering software effectively. Working remotely, you will collaborate with project managers and other engineers to deliver innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions that meet client needs and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design calculations and analysis for various civil infrastructure projects.
• Develop detailed design drawings, specifications, and reports using CAD and other relevant software.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant engineering standards, codes, and regulations.
• Collaborate with project teams, including project managers and site personnel, to ensure design feasibility and implementation success.
• Review and approve shop drawings and technical submittals from contractors.
• Conduct feasibility studies and provide technical recommendations for project development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) registration with ECSA is highly desirable.
• Significant experience in the design and planning of civil infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in civil engineering design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit).
• Strong understanding of geotechnical principles, hydrology, and structural analysis.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and the flexibility of a remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful civil engineering projects.
• Access to advanced design tools and technologies.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking virtual engineering team environment.