Remote Civil Structural Engineer — Design & Detailing

Placements24; Paarl; Remote; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Civil Engineer with a strong specialization in structural design to join a fully remote team. You will analyze, design, and detail structures for diverse South African projects, collaborating effectively with teams and clients through virtual platforms. The ideal candidate holds a Civil Engineering degree, is registered with ECSA (Pr.

Eng. or C.Eng.), and has 5+ years in structural design.

Qualifications

• A Civil Engineering degree from a recognized university.
• ECSA registration with Pr. Eng. or C.Eng. is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in structural design.
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software such as Revit Structure, ETABS, SAP2000 or similar.
• Strong knowledge of concrete, steel, and timber design principles.
• Excellent understanding of South African building codes and relevant standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and remotely with colleagues and clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for buildings, bridges, and other civil infrastructure using advanced software.
• Develop detailed structural drawings, reinforcing schedules, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with architects, project managers, and other engineering disciplines in a virtual setting.
• Ensure designs comply with the latest South African National Standards (SANS) and relevant building codes.
• Conduct peer reviews of designs prepared by other engineers.
• Respond to site queries and provide technical support during the construction phase, remotely or as required.
• Manage design timelines and contribute to project planning from a remote standpoint.
• Stay updated on new materials, technologies, and design methodologies in structural engineering.
• Prepare design reports and present findings to clients and project teams via virtual platforms.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and design records.

Skills

Structural analysis

Remote collaboration

Autonomous work

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Revit Structure

ETABS

SAP2000

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a talented Civil Engineer with a strong specialization in structural design to join a fully remote team. You will analyze, design, and detail structures for diverse South African projects, collaborating effectively with teams and clients through virtual platforms. The ideal candidate holds a Civil Engineering degree, is registered with ECSA (Pr.

Eng. or C.Eng.), and has 5+ years in structural design.