Remote Hydraulic Engineer - Sustainable Water Systems Design

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office setup allowance

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Hydraulic Engineer for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will design, analyze, and manage complex hydraulic systems for diverse clients, using advanced modeling tools and rigorous hydrology principles.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and the ability to deliver project milestones remotely, with opportunities to influence water infrastructure nationwide.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with hydraulic specialization.
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA is preferred.
• 7+ years of hydraulic engineering design and analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced hydraulic analyses and simulations for water conveyance systems, riverine environments, and urban drainage.
• Develop hydraulic models using industry-standard software to predict flow behavior, assess flood risks, and design control measures.
• Design and optimize hydraulic structures, including channels, culverts, pipelines, and pumping stations.
• Prepare detailed design reports, technical specifications, and tender documentation, ensuring clarity and accuracy for remote review and submission.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, clients, and regulatory bodies via digital communication channels to ensure project objectives are met.
• Provide remote technical support and guidance to field teams and contractors during the construction phase.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in hydraulic engineering software, technologies, and best practices.
• Contribute to the development of conceptual designs and feasibility studies for new projects.
• Ensure all designs and analyses comply with relevant national and international hydraulic engineering standards.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables effectively within a remote working framework.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Strong communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering (Hydraulic Engineering)

Pr Eng registration with ECSA preferred

Tools

HEC-RAS

InfoWorks ICM

SWMM

EPANET

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Hydraulic Engineer for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will design, analyze, and manage complex hydraulic systems for diverse clients, using advanced modeling tools and rigorous hydrology principles.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and the ability to deliver project milestones remotely, with opportunities to influence water infrastructure nationwide.