Senior Marine Structural Engineer - Coastal Design Leader

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Structural Mechanical Engineer to lead design and analysis of marine and coastal infrastructure. You will develop calculations, drawings, and specifications for steel and concrete structures, and perform advanced FEA for fatigue, seismic, and wind loads.

The role requires a Master's degree in Structural or Mechanical Engineering, 8+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency with STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, and ANSYS.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural or Mechanical Engineering with a strong structural focus.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive structural design and analysis experience.
• PrEng registration or eligibility is highly desirable.
• Experience in maritime or offshore projects preferred.
• Proficiency with international design codes (Eurocodes, API).

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and analysis of marine/coastal projects.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, and specs for steel and concrete structures.
• Perform advanced FEA for fatigue, seismic, and wind loading.
• Conduct risk assessments and health monitoring strategies.
• Coordinate with clients, regulators, and disciplines.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resources; mentor juniors.
• Review and approve technical documentation.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and coastal engineering advances.

Skills

Structural design

FEA analysis

STAAD.Pro

SAP2000

ANSYS

Project management

Technical reporting

Education

Master's degree in Structural/Mechanical Eng

Tools

STAAD.Pro

SAP2000

ANSYS

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Structural Mechanical Engineer to lead design and analysis of marine and coastal infrastructure. You will develop calculations, drawings, and specifications for steel and concrete structures, and perform advanced FEA for fatigue, seismic, and wind loads.

The role requires a Master's degree in Structural or Mechanical Engineering, 8+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency with STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, and ANSYS.