Remote Civil Engineer - Digital Infrastructure (Data Centers)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Online courses

Virtual conferences

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Civil Engineer for a fully remote position in South Africa. You will lead the design and development of digital infrastructure, including data centers and telecom networks, collaborating with clients globally.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years' experience in civil engineering design, site development, or infrastructure projects, with strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, Civil 3D). Pr. Eng with ECSA is preferred and remote collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Pr.Eng registration with ECSA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in civil engineering design, site development or infrastructure.
• Experience with digital infrastructure like data centers or telecoms is a plus.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (AutoCAD, Civil 3D); BIM familiarity advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design civil infrastructure plans for data centers (site layout, grading, drainage, utilities).
• Perform feasibility studies and site selection analyses for digital projects.
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers for integrated designs.
• Prepare detailed drawings, reports, and specifications for virtual review.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, standards, and environmental regs for remote delivery.
• Manage project documentation and communications in a remote setting.
• Provide technical support to project teams and clients remotely.

Skills

Civil engineering

Remote collaboration

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) registration with ECSA (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

BIM

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Civil Engineer for a fully remote position in South Africa. You will lead the design and development of digital infrastructure, including data centers and telecom networks, collaborating with clients globally.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years' experience in civil engineering design, site development, or infrastructure projects, with strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, Civil 3D). Pr. Eng with ECSA is preferred and remote collaboration is essential.