Civil Engineer

Description

Summary: Lead civil engineering design for network-related infrastructure, ensuring compliance with building codes and integrating civil works with network equipment. Highlights: 1. Work on cutting-edge IT and smart-city infrastructure projects 2. Collaborative, innovative environment 3. Opportunities for professional growth A full‑service IT firm delivering network design, managed security, cloud migration, and IoT integration for enterprises and government agencies throughout Chile and the broader Latin American market. **Company** **Overview** SmartNetworkSolutionsChile designs, deploys, and manages advanced networking, security, cloud, and IoT solutions for enterprises and government agencies. Our projects increasingly involve large‑scale data‑centers, fiber‑optic backbones, and smart‑city installations that require solid civil‑engineering expertise. **Core Responsibilities** * Lead civil‑engineering design for network‑related infrastructure: fiber‑optic conduit routes, underground duct banks, base‑rock foundations for antenna towers, and data‑center site grading. * Prepare site‑layout plans, earth‑work calculations, storm‑water management designs, and structural calculations in compliance with Chilean building codes (NCh 321\) and relevant utility regulations. * Conduct site surveys, geotechnical assessments, and soil‑bearing‑capacity tests to verify feasibility of trenching, drilling, and foundation work. * Coordinate with electrical, structural, and communications engineers to integrate civil works with network equipment, ensuring proper clearances, load‑bearing capacity, and safety standards. * Develop cost estimates, material take‑offs, and construction schedules; manage procurement of concrete, steel, conduits, and related civil‑work supplies. * Oversee contractors on‑site, perform inspections, and verify that workmanship meets technical specifications and quality‑control requirements. * Generate as‑built documentation, updated drawings, and compliance reports for regulatory agencies and client audits. * Participate in risk‑assessment workshops, identify potential civil‑construction challenges (e.g., utility conflicts, seismic considerations), and propose mitigation strategies. * Support the creation of smart‑city pilot projects, providing civil design for sensor deployments, public‑Wi‑Fi poles, and edge‑computing shelters. * Stay current with emerging civil‑engineering practices for telecom and data‑center construction, such as modular data‑center pods and trenchless installation techniques. **Desired Qualifications**RequirementDetails**Education**Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field); professional license (Chile’s “Licencia de Ejercicio”) preferred.**Experience**2–5 years in civil design and construction for telecommunications, data‑center, or infrastructure projects; experience with underground utilities is a plus.**Technical Skills**Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, or similar BIM tools; strong knowledge of structural analysis, geotechnical basics, and drainage design.**Regulatory Knowledge**Familiarity with Chilean construction codes (NCh 321, NCh 415\), utility regulations, and seismic design requirements.**Project Management**Ability to develop schedules, budgets, and progress reports; experience with project‑management software (MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent).**Problem‑Solving**Track record of troubleshooting site‑specific challenges (soil conditions, right‑of‑way issues) and delivering practical, cost‑effective solutions.**Communication**Excellent written and verbal Spanish and English; capable of preparing clear technical reports and presenting plans to clients and regulatory bodies.**Team Collaboration**Comfortable working with multidisciplinary teams (electrical, network, security, and software engineers) in an agile environment.**Safety Focus**Strong commitment to occupational safety; knowledge of OSHA/Chilean safety standards for construction sites.**Flexibility**Willingness to travel to project sites across Chile and to accommodate occasional after‑hours inspections or urgent site interventions.**Tools**Experience with surveying equipment (total stations, GPS), concrete‑mix design software, and basic GIS mapping is advantageous.**Passion for Technology**Interest in how civil infrastructure supports digital transformation, IoT, and smart‑city initiatives.**Compensation** * **Hourly** **Rate:** **CLP 1,300 – CLP 2,600** (commensurate with experience, certifications, and project responsibilities). **Why Join SmartNetwork Solutions Chile?** * Work on cutting‑edge IT and smart‑city infrastructure projects that shape the digital future of Chile’s public and private sectors. * Collaborative, innovative environment where civil engineering directly impacts network reliability and performance. * Opportunities for professional growth, including exposure to large‑scale telecom deployments and advanced construction technologies. Sueldo: $1\.300 \- $2\.600 la hora Lugar de trabajo: Viajar de manera regular