Remote Water Resources Engineer - Hydraulic Modeling Design

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Growth opportunities

Conference access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Water Resources Engineer for a fully remote role, supporting projects across regions. You will design water and wastewater systems, run hydraulic models, and contribute to sustainable water resource management.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Pr Eng with ECSA, 7+ years of experience, and proficiency in HEC-RAS, EPANET, SWMM. Strong remote collaboration and reporting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in water resources engineering.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-RAS, EPANET, and SWMM.
• Strong understanding of water quality regulations and environmental best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop water and wastewater systems, including treatment plants, distribution networks, and collection systems.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling for rivers, floodplains, and urban drainage systems to assess risk and design mitigation measures.
• Perform feasibility studies and environmental impact assessments for water resource projects.
• Develop water management plans, including strategies for water conservation, flood control, and drought resilience.
• Prepare technical reports, design specifications, and permit applications.
• Collaborate with clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling

Water resources engineering

Remote collaboration

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Environmental Eng

Tools

HEC-RAS

EPANET

SWMM

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Water Resources Engineer for a fully remote role, supporting projects across regions. You will design water and wastewater systems, run hydraulic models, and contribute to sustainable water resource management.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Pr Eng with ECSA, 7+ years of experience, and proficiency in HEC-RAS, EPANET, SWMM. Strong remote collaboration and reporting skills are essential.