Structural Design Engineer

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proficient Structural Design Engineer to join its fully remote team in New Zealand. You will develop robust structural solutions for buildings and infrastructure, ensuring safety, stability, and code compliance in a collaborative virtual environment.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structural), 5+ years of design experience, and proficiency with ETABS, SAP2000, and Prokon. PE registration is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural specialization.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in structural design.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration or eligibility preferred.
• Proficiency in ETABS, SAP2000, and Prokon.
• Strong understanding of building codes (SANS) and material behavior.
• Excellent communication and collaboration for remote teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure using advanced engineering principles and software.
• Develop detailed structural drawings, calculations, and specifications compliant with relevant codes and standards.
• Collaborate with architects, project managers, and other engineers in a virtual setting to achieve design outcomes.
• Review shop drawings and respond to RFIs from construction teams during fabrication and erection phases.
• Conduct site inspections and provide construction support, potentially via remote tools or site visits.
• Stay current with advancements in structural engineering materials, techniques, and software.

Skills

Structural analysis

Communication

Remote teamwork

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structural)

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

Prokon

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proficient Structural Design Engineer to join their fully remote team. This role focuses on creating robust and innovative structural solutions for a diverse range of building and infrastructure projects. You will be instrumental in ensuring the safety, stability, and integrity of structures by performing detailed analyses and developing comprehensive design documentation. Working within a collaborative virtual environment, you will leverage advanced software and your technical expertise to contribute significantly to projects across various sectors, driving excellence in structural engineering from a remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure using advanced engineering principles and software.
• Develop detailed structural drawings, calculations, and specifications compliant with relevant codes and standards.
• Collaborate closely with architects, project managers, and other engineers in a virtual setting to achieve optimal design outcomes.
• Review shop drawings and respond to requests for information from construction teams during the fabrication and erection phases.
• Conduct site inspections and provide construction support as required, potentially through remote assessment tools or site visits when necessary.
• Stay current with advancements in structural engineering materials, techniques, and software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in structural design.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration or eligibility is preferred.
• Proficiency in industry-standard structural analysis and design software (e.g., ETABS, SAP2000, Prokon).
• Strong understanding of building codes (e.g., SANS) and material behavior.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for effective remote teamwork.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects.
• Continuous professional development and training support.
• A collaborative and innovative virtual work culture.