Senior Structural Engineer - Remote Infrastructure Projects

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund contribution

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Civil Structural Engineer to join a fully remote team in South Africa. You will design and analyze complex infrastructure projects, prepare drawings and reports, and guide a team of engineers while ensuring compliance with SANS and international codes.

You’ll collaborate with PMs and architects, deliver on timelines and budgets, and maintain high standards in a remote work setting with strong communication requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Pr Eng registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) is required.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive structural engineering experience.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software and CAD packages; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural analysis and design for bridges, buildings, and industrial facilities.
• Develop engineering drawings, specs, and reports using AutoCAD, Revit, SAP2000, ETABS.
• Collaborate with PMs, architects, and other disciplines for project execution.
• Perform remote site inspections and provide technical guidance.
• Review shop drawings and construction documentation; mentor junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with SANS and international codes; assist tender processes.
• Manage timelines and budgets; stay updated with new civil engineering methodologies.

Skills

Structural analysis

Remote communication

Project management

Mentoring junior engineers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree (advantageous)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SAP2000

ETABS

SAFE

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Civil Structural Engineer to join a fully remote team in South Africa. You will design and analyze complex infrastructure projects, prepare drawings and reports, and guide a team of engineers while ensuring compliance with SANS and international codes.

You’ll collaborate with PMs and architects, deliver on timelines and budgets, and maintain high standards in a remote work setting with strong communication requirements.