Job Openings Civil Design Engineer - Water

About the job Civil Design Engineer - Water

    • Principal Civil Design Engineer (Water/Wastewater)

      Lead Civil Engineering Design on Critical Water Infrastructure Projects

      Competitive salary | Water/Wastewater Sector

      R Eng / PR Tech is non negotiable

      Ideally Cape Town-based | Willing to relocate to Cape Town

      However will consider candidates outside of Cape Town to accommodate scarce skills.

      About Our Client

      Our client is an established engineering firm delivering high-quality projects across sectors including water, energy, and infrastructure. With a strong in-house design and engineering team, they are known for providing end-to-end solutions with a focus on innovation and value engineering. Their design division plays a key role in project delivery, from feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.

      The Role: Principal Civil Design Engineer (Water/Wastewater)

      This senior-level role involves leading the civil design aspects of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Based in Cape Town, the Principal Civil Design Engineer will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to develop compliant, high-quality designs that support delivery across all project phases.

      Key Responsibilities

      • Manage civil design interfaces within multi-disciplinary project teams.
      • Interpret and deliver technical designs in line with project specifications and Eurocode standards.
      • Develop and review design calculations, CAD drawings, reports, and risk assessments.
      • Embed health and safety considerations throughout the design process.
      • Review subcontractor and supplier outputs for technical compliance.
      • Track and manage design effort relative to budget and schedule.
      • Mentor and guide junior engineers and support knowledge sharing across teams.
      • Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure successful design integration.

      About You

      • Minimum 12 years of civil engineering experience, ideally in the water/wastewater sector.
      • BTech/BSc in Civil Engineering with ECSA registration (Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng).
      • Proficient in design tools such as AutoCAD and familiar with relevant industry standards.
      • Strong understanding of treatment plants, pumping stations, and multidisciplinary design.
      • Excellent leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills.
      • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple concurrent projects.
      • Committed to continuous professional growth and development