Remote Civil Engineer - Water Resources Specialist

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Civil Engineer with a specialization in Water Resources to design and manage sustainable water and wastewater systems across a variety of projects. This role supports public welfare and ecological sustainability while enabling flexible, fully remote work.

You will model networks, conduct hydrological studies, prepare technical reports and regulatory submissions, and collaborate with distributed teams and clients using modern digital tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional registration (e.g., PrEng) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in water resources engineering, including design and project management.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software (e.g., EPANET, HEC-RAS) and GIS tools.
• Demonstrated experience in remote work environments, with strong self-discipline and communication skills.
• Knowledge of South African water legislation and standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, model, and analyze water distribution networks, stormwater management systems, and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Conduct hydrological studies, environmental impact assessments, and feasibility analyses for water-related projects.
• Develop innovative solutions for water conservation, flood control, and drought management.
• Prepare technical reports, design documentation, and regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate effectively with remote project teams, clients, and regulatory bodies using digital collaboration platforms.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in water resource engineering and sustainable practices.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling

GIS

Remote work

Water resources design

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

EPANET

HEC-RAS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and skilled Remote Civil Engineer with a specialization in Water Resources to join their fully remote team. This role is critical for the design and management of sustainable water and wastewater systems across various projects. You will leverage your expertise to develop innovative solutions for water scarcity, infrastructure resilience, and environmental protection, contributing significantly to public well-being and ecological sustainability. As a remote team member, you will collaborate digitally with colleagues and clients, utilizing cutting-edge communication tools and working from your chosen location.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, model, and analyze water distribution networks, stormwater management systems, and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Conduct hydrological studies, environmental impact assessments, and feasibility analyses for water-related projects.
• Develop innovative solutions for water conservation, flood control, and drought management.
• Prepare technical reports, design documentation, and regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate effectively with remote project teams, clients, and regulatory bodies using digital collaboration platforms.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in water resource engineering and sustainable practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional registration (e.g., PrEng) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in water resources engineering, including design and project management.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software (e.g., EPANET, HEC-RAS) and GIS tools.
• Demonstrated experience in remote work environments, with strong self-discipline and communication skills.
• Knowledge of South African water legislation and standards.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects with a forward-thinking organization.