Remote Civil Engineer — Infrastructure & Water Systems

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first work environment

Flexible work location

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Civil Engineer to contribute to water and transportation infrastructure projects from anywhere in the world, embracing a remote-first culture that supports flexible location and global collaboration.

The role emphasizes designing, modeling, and delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure with strong environmental and regulatory awareness while working with a distributed team across time zones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required; Master's degree is preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering design for infrastructure.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D and GIS software.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and sustainable design principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop plans for complex infrastructure projects, including water supply, wastewater, and transportation systems.
• Utilize advanced modeling and simulation software for project feasibility and environmental impact analysis.
• Prepare detailed drawings, technical specifications, and reports for approval and execution.
• Conduct virtual site assessments and collaborate with on-site teams to resolve design queries.
• Ensure designs comply with international standards and local regulatory requirements.
• Manage project documentation and communications within a remote team.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Strong communication

Infrastructure design

Digital modeling tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Remote Civil Engineer to contribute to water and transportation infrastructure projects from anywhere in the world, embracing a remote-first culture that supports flexible location and global collaboration.

The role emphasizes designing, modeling, and delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure with strong environmental and regulatory awareness while working with a distributed team across time zones.