Remote Civil Engineer - Water & Sanitation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remote salary

Autonomy

Online professional development

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Civil Engineer specializing in water and sanitation for a fully remote role. You'll design and implement sustainable water infrastructure for communities, collaborating with a dispersed team.

The position emphasizes remote collaboration, independent work, and delivering high-quality design reports, with experience in EPANET, SWMM, and CAD. Join a team committed to public service and environmental improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on water resources or environmental engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in design and management of water and sanitation projects.
• Proficiency in water modeling software (EPANET, SWMM) and CAD.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop water supply systems, wastewater treatment plants, and distribution networks.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and analysis to optimize water flow and system performance.
• Prepare detailed design reports, technical specifications, and tender documentation for water infrastructure projects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental and water quality standards.
• Collaborate remotely with project managers and other disciplines to ensure seamless project execution.
• Provide technical expertise and support from conceptualization to construction oversight (remote).

Skills

Communication skills

Independent remote work

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (water resources/environmental)

Tools

EPANET

SWMM

CAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Civil Engineer with a specialization in Water and Sanitation systems to join their fully remote team. This role is pivotal in designing and implementing sustainable water infrastructure solutions that address critical needs across various communities. Operating remotely, you will collaborate with a geographically dispersed team of engineers, project managers, and environmental specialists to deliver innovative and efficient water management projects. This position offers the flexibility of remote work combined with the satisfaction of contributing to essential public services and improving environmental quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop water supply systems, wastewater treatment plants, and distribution networks.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and analysis to optimize water flow and system performance.
• Prepare detailed design reports, technical specifications, and tender documentation for water infrastructure projects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant national and international environmental and water quality standards.
• Collaborate remotely with project managers and other disciplines to ensure seamless project execution.
• Provide technical expertise and support throughout the project lifecycle, from conceptualization to construction oversight (where applicable through remote means).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, with a focus on water resources or environmental engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the design and management of water and sanitation infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in water modeling software (e.g., EPANET, SWMM) and CAD software.
• Demonstrated understanding of water treatment processes, pipeline hydraulics, and pump station design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive remote salary and benefits package.
• Significant flexibility and autonomy afforded by a fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to work on impactful water and sanitation projects that benefit communities.
• Access to online professional development resources and training.
• Collaborative team environment with regular virtual team meetings and support systems.