Senior Civil Engineer - Structural Design (Remote)

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer, specializing in Structural Design, to join a remote-first team working on diverse infrastructure projects from a home office.

The role emphasizes innovative, sustainable structural solutions, collaboration with a global team, and leadership in design reviews while ensuring compliance with codes and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in structural engineering design.
• Proficiency with SAP2000, ETABS, or STAAD.Pro for analysis and design.
• Strong knowledge of concrete, steel, and masonry design principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and analysis of bridges, buildings and transportation systems.
• Develop drawings, specifications and reports using industry-standard software.
• Perform complex calculations and simulations to ensure safety and efficiency of designs.
• Collaborate with PMs, architects and other disciplines in a virtual setting.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and conduct design reviews.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

SAP2000

ETABS

STAAD.Pro

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Civil Engineer specializing in Structural Design to join their dynamic, remote-first team. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging infrastructure projects from the comfort of your home office. You will be instrumental in developing innovative and sustainable structural solutions, collaborating with a global team of professionals dedicated to engineering excellence. This role is perfect for a self-motivated individual who thrives in a virtual environment and is passionate about contributing to significant civil engineering endeavors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and analysis of various infrastructure projects, including bridges, buildings, and transportation systems.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and reports using industry-standard software and methodologies.
• Perform complex structural calculations and simulations to ensure the safety, integrity, and efficiency of designs.
• Collaborate effectively with project managers, architects, and other engineering disciplines in a virtual setting.
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant local, national, and international building codes and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in structural engineering design.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software such as SAP2000, ETABS, or STAAD.Pro.
• Strong understanding of concrete, steel, and masonry design principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work remotely with flexible hours.
• Access to cutting-edge design software and technology.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Contribution to impactful projects that shape communities.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.