Senior Civil Design Engineer - Roads & Highways

Our client, a leading infrastructure development firm, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Civil Design Engineer specializing in Roads & Highways to join their established team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga . This role is pivotal in the design and delivery of complex road networks, urban streets, and highway projects across the region. You will lead design efforts, mentor junior engineers, and ensure the technical excellence and compliance of all road infrastructure projects undertaken.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of geometric design, pavement engineering, drainage design, and traffic management principles. You will play a key role in shaping the transportation landscape of Mpumalanga , contributing to economic growth and connectivity. We are committed to fostering innovation and providing a challenging yet rewarding career path.

• Lead the design and development of road and highway projects, from conceptualization to detailed design.
• Perform geometric design, intersection design, pavement design, and drainage calculations.
• Prepare comprehensive design drawings, specifications, tender documents, and reports.
• Conduct feasibility studies, site investigations, and traffic impact analyses.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant South African national standards (e.g., SANS), municipal regulations, and client requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, other engineering disciplines, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Mentor and guide junior civil engineers, fostering their technical development.
• Review designs prepared by others and provide constructive feedback.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and best practices in road and highway engineering.

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Transportation or Highway Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration with ECSA.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in roads and highways design.
• Proficiency in relevant design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MXRoads, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of pavement design principles, materials, and construction methods.
• Experience with traffic analysis and modeling tools is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and manage design tasks and mentor junior staff.
• Experience working on projects within Nelspruit or the broader Mpumalanga province is highly preferred.

• This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid, a provident fund, and annual performance bonuses.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development, including advanced training and conference participation, are provided.
• The position is based in our modern office in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga . Our client fosters a collaborative and innovative work environment, dedicated to developing high-impact infrastructure projects and supporting the career growth of its employees.