Senior Structural Engineer - Coastal Projects (Remote)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary and bonus

Professional development

International projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Structural Engineer specializing in coastal and marine projects to join a fully remote team. You will lead design and analysis of ports, jetties and coastal defenses, guiding junior engineers and coordinating with clients.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in Structural Engineering, 8+ years of coastal/marine experience, and strong proficiency in STAAD.Pro and SAP2000.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in structural engineering with coastal/marine focus.
• Extensive knowledge of materials behavior in corrosive environments and advanced structural analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and analysis of marine and coastal structures, considering wave loading and corrosion.
• Develop detailed engineering plans, specifications, and calculations for new construction and retrofitting projects.
• Perform advanced structural modeling and simulations using specialized software.
• Provide expert technical support and mentorship to junior engineers remotely.
• Collaborate with clients, project managers, and construction teams to ensure project success.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant international and national standards for coastal engineering.

Skills

Coastal engineering

Structural analysis

Remote leadership

STAAD.Pro

SAP2000

CAD tools

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD.Pro

SAP2000

CAD tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Structural Engineer with expertise in coastal engineering to join their fully remote team. This position involves the design and analysis of structures exposed to harsh marine environments, including ports, jetties, and coastal defenses. You will lead design efforts, provide technical guidance, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams through digital platforms. This is an ideal role for a senior engineer looking for challenging projects and the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and analysis of marine and coastal structures, considering factors like wave loading and corrosion.
• Develop detailed engineering plans, specifications, and calculations for new construction and retrofitting projects.
• Perform advanced structural modeling and simulations using specialized software.
• Provide expert technical support and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff remotely.
• Collaborate closely with clients, project managers, and construction teams to ensure project success.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant international and national standards for coastal engineering.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in structural engineering, with a significant focus on coastal or marine projects.
• Extensive knowledge of materials behavior in corrosive environments and advanced structural analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in structural design software (e.g., STAAD.Pro, SAP2000) and CAD tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and manage remote technical teams effectively.
• Strong understanding of naval architecture principles as they relate to structural integrity.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering exceptional flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile international coastal infrastructure projects.
• Extensive professional development and continuous learning support.
• A culture that values innovation and technical excellence in a remote setting.