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Junior Structural Engineer

Energy Africa Recruitment

Johannesburg

On-site

ZAR 200,000 - 300,000

Full time

30+ days ago

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Full-Time Structural Engineer to develop knowledge in the Solar PV market, conduct structural analysis, and design structures. The ideal candidate should have a BEng/BSc in Civil/Structural Engineering, a driver's license, and the ability to manage diverse projects. Strong communication skills are essential for this role, which plays a key part in innovative energy solutions.

Qualifications

  • Driver's license essential.
  • 0-3 years experience in steel design beneficial.
  • Ability to manage diverse simultaneous projects.

Responsibilities

  • Develop knowledge of the Solar PV market.
  • Consult with multidisciplinary team for project options.
  • Conduct structural analysis and design.

Skills

Stress Analysis
Structural Design
Structural Engineering
Structural Steel
Mathcad
Engineering Designs
AutoCAD
Revit
Prokon

Education

BEng / BSc in Civil / Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD
Sketchup
Revit
Prokon
Microsoft
Job description
Overview

Introduction

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Our client is a well-established engineering firm specialising in delivering innovative solar and energy solutions alongside expertise in structural mechanical and civil projects. The company is recognised for its technical excellence practical approach and contribution to advancing sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy in the region.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain current knowledge of the Solar PV market in Southern Africa including competitors potential partners key stakeholders and regulatory changes in the region.
  • Identification in consultation with a multidisciplinary team of the best options for a project
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
  • Able to work in a multicultural environment and with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Strong intellectual capacity and able to deal with complexity.
  • Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills at all levels;
  • Strong ambition and personal drive to meet objectives with an open transparent style and flexible approach. Ability to work under pressure and gives what is required to get the job done and takes personal accountability for success.
  • Structural analysis of reinforced concrete steel and aluminium structures
  • Structural design of reinforced concrete steel and aluminium structures
  • Preparation of Engineering report including drawings for dissemination to PR Eng for sign off
  • Compilation of Engineering packs for dissemination to clients; pack typically includes:
    • Detailed design report
    • Loading analysis
    • Structural calculations
    • Construction drawings
    • Any approvals from module manufacturers
    • Sign-off documents from external PrEng
    • Meeting with client engineers to gain approval on design works and develop solutions to bespoke challenges
    • Meeting with suppliers to manage timeframes and limitations of developed solutions
    • Meet with onsite representatives of Caracal Engineering to develop solutions to issues arising on site
    • New product development and existing product refinement
    • Assist in the development of improved design and engineering control processes
    • Aid in the development of new and improved processes to guarantee efficient delivery of the projects
Requirements
  • Driver's license essential
  • BEng / BSc in Civil / Structural Engineering 0-3 years experience in steel design beneficial
  • Ability to manage diverse simultaneous projects of varying complexities
  • An understanding of and experience within the Solar PV market is advantageous
  • Strong communication skills
Software Requirements
  • A solid comprehension of: AutoCAD Sketchup Revit Prokon Other Structural analysis software Microsoft
Key Skills

Stress Analysis, Structural Design, Structural Engineering, Structural Steel, Mathcad, Engineering designs, Aerospace, CAD, Construction Documents, Autocad, Engineering Drawings, Structural Analysis, Layouts, Catia, ANSYS

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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