Remote Lead Structural Engineer — Senior, High-Impact Projects

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Performance-based incentives

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Lead Structural Engineer to oversee structural design across multiple building projects. The role demands leadership, strong expertise in concrete, steel, and timber structures, and the ability to mentor a remote team of engineers while ensuring compliance with South African codes.

The successful candidate will perform complex analyses using ETABS, SAP2000, and Revit Structure, develop drawings and reports, and manage project timelines in a

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering.
• Professional registration (e.g., Pr. Eng) with ECSA is preferred.
• 10+ years progressive structural engineering experience, lead or senior capacity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design process for diverse construction projects, ensuring excellence.
• Perform advanced structural analysis and design calculations with ETABS, SAP2000 and Revit Structure.
• Develop and review drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering professional development.
• Ensure designs comply with SA building codes and standards (SANS).
• Collaborate with architects and mechanical engineers in a remote setting.
• Manage timelines and resources for structural tasks and delivery.
• Conduct peer reviews of designs and calculations.
• Stay updated on latest structural engineering advancements.
• Provide technical support during execution phases.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Remote collaboration

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

Revit Structure

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Lead Structural Engineer to oversee structural design across multiple building projects. The role demands leadership, strong expertise in concrete, steel, and timber structures, and the ability to mentor a remote team of engineers while ensuring compliance with South African codes.

The successful candidate will perform complex analyses using ETABS, SAP2000, and Revit Structure, develop drawings and reports, and manage project timelines in a