Professional Structural Engineer

Woolpert; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a highly experienced Professional Structural Engineer in Johannesburg. You will lead complex structural engineering projects across markets like aviation and healthcare. Key qualifications include a relevant degree, Pr Eng registration, and at least 10 years of experience in large-scale projects. Benefits include flexible work schedules and career development opportunities. Join us to shape the future of engineering!

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Fitness reimbursement

Freedom to work program

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) with ECSA.
• 10 years’ relevant structural engineering experience.
• Proven expertise in managing large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate structural engineering assignments of significant scope.
• Provide technical direction across multiple projects.
• Ensure compliance with codes and quality standards.

Skills

Structural analysis

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Technical oversight

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Professional Structural Engineer (Pr Eng)

Johannesburg, South Africa

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.

Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

We are seeking a highly experienced and registered Professional Structural Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. This role involves leading complex and high-impact structural engineering projects across diverse markets, including aviation, hospitality and healthcare.

Please note: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country where the job is located.

What You Will Do

• Lead and coordinate structural engineering assignments of significant scope and complexity.
• Provide technical direction and oversight across multiple projects and disciplines.
• Apply advanced structural analysis and design principles to deliver safe, efficient, and innovative solutions.
• Guide project planning, design development, and execution phases.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal technical knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Represent the firm in client meetings, industry events, and technical forums.
• Support business development through proposal preparation and client presentations.
• Ensure compliance with structural codes, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Conduct feasibility studies, structural design, and supervision for diverse infrastructure and building projects.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (BSc Eng / BEng / MSc Eng).
• Registered Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) with ECSA.
• 10 years’ relevant structural engineering experience.
• Proven expertise in managing large-scale projects (e.g., universities, hotels, residential and commercial buildings).
• Experience in design of structural steel, reinforced concrete, reinforced masonry, and various foundation systems is required. Experience in design of prestressed/post-tensioned concrete and wood framed structures is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in structural design software tools (e.g., ETABS, SAP2000, Safe, Risa, Revit, AutoCAD).
• Ability to interpret complex technical documents and communicate effectively with stakeholders, clients, and regulatory bodies.
• Familiarity with international and U.S. building codes and standards (e.g., IBC, ACI, AISC, ASCE).

Certified as a Great Place to Work®, Woolpert is one of the fastest growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial (AEG) companies in the world. With over 60 offices and countless projects around the globe, Woolpert makes a real difference at home and abroad. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Diverse experiences: Work on meaningful projects that improve quality of life around the world.
• Freedom to work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Fitness reimbursement, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more: Choose the benefits that work best for you.

Level up your career with Woolpert. Apply today and join our team to help shape the future of tomorrow!

Why Woolpert?

Woolpert is looking for supportive, goal-oriented, and career-minded individuals who are, or are looking to become, industry leaders in their fields. We blend design excellence with innovative technology and geospatial applications to deliver exceptional value to our clients. When you join us, you'll join a team of experts who are passionate about their work and dedicated to building the next generation of industry leaders. Woolpert embraces progress and innovation, creating limitless opportunities for your career growth.

Woolpert is an equal-opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. You may view more about EEO on our website: Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf and EEO is the Law Poster Supplement.

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