Bridge Engineer

BVi Consulting Engineers - BVi Group; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

BVi Consulting Engineers (Pty) Ltd is seeking a Bridge Engineer to join the Northern Region - Transportation Infrastructure Department in Tshwane. The role focuses on analysis, design and delivery of bridge and structural projects within an established design office, contributing to specialist bridge engineering expertise.

The successful candidate will be involved in collaborations with experienced engineers, technicians and multidisciplinary teams, carrying out feasibility and technical

Qualifications

• Eng. or B.Sc. in Civil Engineering; ECSA Candidate advantageous.
• 1-3 years of relevant professional engineering experience.
• Exposure to bridge engineering and structural design is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to delivery of bridge and structural projects in a design office.
• Be part of a bridge design team, collaborating with engineers, technicians and other project professionals.
• Assist with analysis, design and detailing of bridges and culverts.
• Assist with wind farm turbine foundation design and related structural infrastructure.
• Undertake structural engineering calculations and assist with modelling.
• Prepare and develop engineering drawings, design details, schedules and documentation.
• Assist with feasibility, design reports and tender documentation.
• Assist with tender adjudication reports and technical evaluation.
• Assist senior engineers with design reviews and technical checking.
• Participate in site inspections, investigations and fieldwork.
• Assist with structural monitoring and data collection.
• Process and analyse data to support design and monitoring activities.
• Apply software and programming tools to support analysis and calculations.
• Liaise with engineers, clients, contractors and stakeholders.
• Provide technical support during tender and construction phases.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation.
• Ensure deliverables meet timeframes and quality standards.
• Keep abreast of developments in bridge engineering and best practice.
• Take increasing responsibility for assigned design tasks.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Python scripting

AutoCAD

SOFiSTiK

Bentley RM Bridge

Prokon

MS Office

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Postgraduate in Structural Engineering (adv)

Tools

SOFiSTiK

Bentley RM Bridge

Prokon

Python

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

BVi Consulting Engineers (Pty) Ltd has a vacancy for a Bridge Engineer in the Northern Region - Transportation Infrastructure Department in their Tshwane office. This will be a permanent position.

BVi is a multi-disciplinary consulting engineering firm with more than 400 employees and offices across Southern Africa. The BVi Group's success is based on solid business integrity principles guided by our core values. BVi is an equal opportunity employer.

The position is to contribute to the delivery of bridge and structural engineering projects within an established design office and bridge design team. The Bridge Engineer will be involved in the analysis, design, technical documentation and delivery of bridge and structural infrastructure projects, working collaboratively with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary project teams.

The position offers an opportunity to develop specialist expertise in bridge engineering while applying sound structural engineering principles to practical infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Form part of an established design office and contribute to the successful delivery of bridge and structural engineering projects.
• Form part of a bridge design team, working collaboratively with experienced engineers, technicians and other project professionals.
• Assist with the analysis, design and detailing of bridges and culverts.
• Assist with the design of wind farm turbine foundations and associated structural infrastructure.
• Undertake structural engineering calculations and assist with structural analysis and modelling.
• Prepare and develop engineering drawings, design details, schedules and technical documentation.
• Assist with the compilation of "feasibility reports, design reports and other technical reports".
• Assist with the preparation and compilation of "tender documentation and technical specifications".
• Assist with the technical evaluation of tender submissions and compilation of "tender adjudication reports".
• Assist senior engineers with design reviews and technical checking.
• Participate in site inspections, investigations and fieldwork where required.
• Assist with structural monitoring, instrumentation and data collection where applicable to projects.
• Process and analyse structural and engineering data to support design, assessment and monitoring activities.
• Apply appropriate engineering software and programming tools to support structural analysis, engineering calculations and data analysis.
• Liaise with engineers, technicians, clients, contractors and other project stakeholders as required.
• Provide technical support during the tender and construction phases of projects.
• Maintain accurate engineering calculations, project records and technical documentation.
• Ensure assigned project deliverables are completed within agreed timeframes and required quality standards.
• Keep abreast of developments in bridge engineering, structural design, structural health monitoring and industry best practice.
• Take increasing responsibility for assigned design tasks and contribute to the successful delivery of projects.

Key Requirements

• Eng. or B.Sc. degree in Civil Engineering.
• A postgraduate qualification in Structural Engineering will be advantageous.
• ECSA Candidate Engineer registration or eligibility for registration will be advantageous.
• 1-3 years' relevant professional engineering experience.
• Exposure to bridge engineering, structural design or transportation infrastructure will be advantageous.
• Experience in structural engineering calculations and technical documentation.
• Exposure to reinforced concrete structures and/or bridge structures will be advantageous.
• Experience working within an engineering design office or multidisciplinary project environment will be beneficial.
• Good understanding of structural engineering principles and structural behaviour.
• Strong analytical and numerical problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering and design software, with experience in the following being highly advantageous:
  • SOFiSTiK and/or Bentley RM Bridge - bridge analysis and design.
  • Prokon - structural analysis and design.
  • Python - scripting, automation, engineering calculations and/or data analysis.
  • AutoCAD - preparation and review of engineering drawings.
  • Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook, for technical documentation, reporting and project administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Structured and methodical approach to engineering work.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong willingness to learn and develop technical expertise.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet agreed deadlines.
  • Ability to receive and implement technical guidance and feedback.
  • Professional attitude with a strong commitment to quality.
  • Curiosity and enthusiasm for developing specialist expertise in bridge and structural engineering.