Senior Structural Engineer – Building Design (Paarl)

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 750,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Structural Engineer to join our client’s Paarl, Western Cape, focused on residential, commercial, and industrial building design.

You will perform structural analysis, develop design calculations, and prepare drawings and specifications for construction, collaborating with architects, contractors, and other consultants. This is an office-based role in Paarl with a strong emphasis on team interaction.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering.
• PE or Pr. Eng designation is highly desirable.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in structural design of buildings.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for new buildings and modifications.
• Produce detailed drawings, calculations, and specifications using industry-standard software.
• Ensure designs comply with SANS codes and regulations.
• Collaborate with architects, PMs, and contractors throughout design and construction.
• Conduct site visits to assess conditions and monitor progress.
• Review shop drawings and respond to contractor queries during construction.
• Assist in feasibility studies and preliminary designs.
• Mentor junior structural engineers and technicians.
• Maintain project documentation and correspondence.
• Contribute to best-practice development in structural engineering.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structural)

PE/Pr. Eng designation desirable

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

Prokon

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Structural Engineer to join our client’s Paarl, Western Cape, focused on residential, commercial, and industrial building design.

You will perform structural analysis, develop design calculations, and prepare drawings and specifications for construction, collaborating with architects, contractors, and other consultants. This is an office-based role in Paarl with a strong emphasis on team interaction.