Remote Civil Engineer - Water Resource Management

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,972,000 - 2,793,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote benefits package

Retirement annuity

Medical aid

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Civil Engineer specializing in Water Resources to join our fully remote team. You will design and optimize water infrastructure projects, conduct hydrological studies, and ensure environmental compliance across diverse initiatives.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Civil Engineering (Water Resources or Environmental) with 8+ years of experience, Pr Eng, and proficiency in HEC-RAS, EPANET, SWMM. Strong remote collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a Water Resources or Environmental focus.
• 8+ years of water resource engineering and infrastructure design.
• Pr Eng registration.
• Proficiency with HEC-RAS, EPANET, SWMM.
• Experience with regulatory frameworks and remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze water supply, distribution, and wastewater systems.
• Conduct hydrological studies and flood risk assessments; develop mitigation strategies.
• Develop plans for water conservation, rainwater harvesting, and SUDS.
• Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and EIAs for water resources.
• Collaborate remotely with project teams, clients, and regulators.
• Utilize hydraulic and hydrologic modelling software.

Skills

Water resources engineering

Hydrology

Hydraulic modelling

Project management

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering (Water Resources or Environmental Engineering)

Tools

HEC-RAS

EPANET

SWMM

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Civil Engineer with a specialization in Water Resource Management to join their fully remote team. This position is crucial for developing sustainable water infrastructure solutions, managing water resources, and ensuring environmental compliance across various projects. You will leverage your expertise in hydrology, hydraulics, and water systems to design and optimize projects from a distance, collaborating effectively with on-site teams and stakeholders via digital platforms. This role offers unparalleled flexibility for professionals who excel in independent work environments and are passionate about contributing to critical water management initiatives, regardless of their physical location.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and analyze water supply, distribution, and wastewater treatment systems.
• Conduct hydrological studies, flood risk assessments, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Develop plans for water conservation, rainwater harvesting, and sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS).
• Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and environmental impact assessments related to water resources.
• Collaborate remotely with project teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to ensure project success.
• Utilize advanced modeling software for hydraulic and hydrologic simulations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources or Environmental Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in water resource engineering and infrastructure design.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration.
• Proficiency in water modeling software such as HEC-RAS, EPANET, SWMM.
• Demonstrated experience in managing water projects and understanding of regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent remote communication, collaboration, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive remote benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.
• Contribution to a retirement annuity and medical aid plan.
• Professional development support, including online courses and certifications.
• Opportunity to lead significant water resource projects from anywhere.