Bridge Design Lead - Senior Structural Engineer

Placements24; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Involvement in Gauteng projects

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer for a prominent civil engineering firm in Johannesburg, Gauteng. The role focuses on the design, development, and execution of major bridge projects, ensuring safety and compliance with SANS and international codes.

You will lead design efforts, perform in-depth analysis with industry software, and guide junior staff while coordinating with project teams across sites in Johannesburg and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer (Pr Eng).
• Minimum 8 years progressive structural engineering experience, with 5+ years on bridges.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design of bridge projects from concept to construction documentation.
• Perform advanced structural analysis using SAP2000/ETABS/MIDAS Civil to assess capacities and failure modes.
• Prepare design reports, specs, and drawings for foundations, superstructures, and abutments.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure high-quality output and adherence to standards.
• Collaborate with PMs, architects, contractors, and stakeholders for seamless delivery.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Pr Eng registration (ECSA)

Tools

SAP2000

ETABS

MIDAS Civil

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer for a prominent civil engineering firm in Johannesburg, Gauteng. The role focuses on the design, development, and execution of major bridge projects, ensuring safety and compliance with SANS and international codes.

You will lead design efforts, perform in-depth analysis with industry software, and guide junior staff while coordinating with project teams across sites in Johannesburg and surrounding areas.