Senior Structural Engineer (East London) – Lead & Mentor

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be provided

Medical aid contribution

Retirement fund contribution

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead design and analysis for diverse building projects in East London, Eastern Cape. You will deliver safe, cost-effective structural solutions, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with SA codes and standards.

The role is on-site in East London with collaboration across architects, clients, and contractors. A PrEng registration and 8+ years of experience are required, with proficiency in ETABS, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro, AutoCAD and Revit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Engineering degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in structural design and project management.
• Professional Engineer (PrEng) registration with ECSA is required.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software (ETABS, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro) and CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit).
• Strong understanding of concrete, steel, and timber structures.
• Knowledge of South African building codes and construction practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage projects and work effectively in a team environment.
• Experience with projects in the Eastern Cape region, particularly East London, is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and analysis for a wide range of building projects.
• Develop detailed structural drawings, specifications, and calculations using advanced software.
• Ensure designs comply with South African National Standards (SANS) and other relevant building codes and regulations.
• Collaborate with architects, clients, and other consultants to achieve project objectives.
• Perform structural assessments and investigations for existing structures.
• Oversee construction phase activities, providing technical support and responding to site queries.
• Review and approve structural shop drawings and calculations submitted by contractors.
• Mentor and guide junior structural engineers and technicians.
• Manage project timelines and budgets for structural engineering scopes of work.
• Stay current with advancements in structural engineering technology and design methodologies.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Structural/Civil Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

STAAD.Pro

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead design and analysis for diverse building projects in East London, Eastern Cape. You will deliver safe, cost-effective structural solutions, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with SA codes and standards.

The role is on-site in East London with collaboration across architects, clients, and contractors. A PrEng registration and 8+ years of experience are required, with proficiency in ETABS, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro, AutoCAD and Revit.