Senior Coastal Structural Engineer - Hybrid & Impact Leader

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer for its Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal office to lead structural design of marine and coastal projects, including breakwaters, jetties, and seawalls. The role combines home-based design work with site collaboration.

You will oversee analysis, drawings, specifications, and tenders, mentor junior staff, ensure compliance with SANS/BS EN, and support projects from concept to construction.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering or related field.
• At least 7 years of structural engineering experience, coastal/marine focus.
• Proficiency in STAAD.Pro, SAP2000 or similar software.
• Strong knowledge of concrete, steel and composite marine structures.
• Familiarity with SANS, BS EN and marine design standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• PrEng registration with ECSA is required.
• Experience with finite element analysis is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design of marine and coastal projects (breakwaters, jetties, seawalls, port facilities).
• Perform advanced structural analysis and design calculations using software (STAAD.Pro, SAP2000).
• Develop detailed drawings, specifications and BOQ for tender and construction.
• Conduct site inspections and provide construction support to ensure design adherence.
• Assess existing structures and propose rehabilitation or upgrades.
• Collaborate with geotechnical, environmental and civil engineers.
• Manage timelines, budgets and resources for structural components.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure quality control.
• Ensure compliance with South African and international standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Project management

FEA knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD.Pro

SAP2000

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer for its Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal office to lead structural design of marine and coastal projects, including breakwaters, jetties, and seawalls. The role combines home-based design work with site collaboration.

You will oversee analysis, drawings, specifications, and tenders, mentor junior staff, ensure compliance with SANS/BS EN, and support projects from concept to construction.