Roads Design Engineer – Consulting Industry needed at RPO Recruitment

Job Description

• RPO Recruitment’s client, well-established civil engineering consulting firm based in Durban is seeking a skilled and motivated Roads Design Engineer to join its transportation infrastructure team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning, design, and review of major road and highway projects, ensuring compliance with applicable engineering standards, safety requirements, and project timelines.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review road and highway design drawings, layouts, and engineering calculations
• Develop geometric road designs, including horizontal and vertical alignments
• Prepare design reports, technical specifications, and cost estimates
• Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and relevant government authorities
• Conduct site inspections and assessments, and propose practical engineering solutions for road upgrades and improvements
• Ensure all designs comply with national and international road design standards
• Provide technical input throughout the project lifecycle, from concept design through to construction support and supervision
• Contribute to effective project management and demonstrate leadership within project teams

Requirements:

• BSc/BEng/BTech in Civil Engineering
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng) or eligibility to register
• Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in Roads Design (essential)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D (advantageous)
• Sound understanding of road pavement layer works materials and pavement design principles (advantageous)
• Working knowledge of COLTO, COTO, and FIDIC General Conditions of Contract (advantageous)
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple design tasks and meet project deadlines
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail