Water/Wastewater Civil Design Engineer - Impact & Growth

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid scheme

Pension fund benefits

Annual performance bonuses

Continuous professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Civil Design Engineer based in Tembisa, Gauteng, to deliver water and wastewater infrastructure projects for municipal and industrial clients. You will contribute across the project lifecycle from concept to construction, applying hydraulic principles and treatment processes to ensure reliable public water services.

Join a collaborative team focused on environmental sustainability, regulatory compliance, and high-quality design solutions, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng) is highly desirable.
• 5-7 years of relevant civil engineering experience with focus on water and wastewater.
• Experience with hydraulic modeling software (EPANET, WaterGEMS).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D for design and drafting.
• Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment technologies and processes.
• Understanding of environmental impact assessments and permitting processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage project deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan water supply, distribution, and wastewater collection systems.
• Develop detailed engineering designs, calculations, and drawings for water and wastewater treatment plants.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and analysis for pipe networks and treatment processes.
• Prepare technical specifications, reports, and tender documentation.
• Assist in procurement and manage construction supervision for water infrastructure projects.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant South African national standards and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, project managers, and stakeholders.
• Perform site visits for investigations, surveys, and construction monitoring.
• Troubleshoot design challenges and provide technical solutions.
• Contribute to proposals and business development efforts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

EPANET

WaterGEMS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Civil Design Engineer based in Tembisa, Gauteng, to deliver water and wastewater infrastructure projects for municipal and industrial clients. You will contribute across the project lifecycle from concept to construction, applying hydraulic principles and treatment processes to ensure reliable public water services.

Join a collaborative team focused on environmental sustainability, regulatory compliance, and high-quality design solutions, with opportunities for