Senior Structural Steel Design Engineer – Gauteng

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng is seeking a Senior Structural Steel Design Engineer to lead design and analysis of steel structures for industrial facilities. You will prepare calculations, drawings, and liaise with fabricators and clients to ensure design intent is met.

The role requires 7+ years in structural steel design, proficiency with STAAD.Pro/SAP2000 and CAD, and a PE registration preferred. Based in Gauteng with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering is required.
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA preferred.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in structural steel design.
• Experience with industrial facility design is advantageous.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for steel structures using industry-standard software.
• Develop detailed design calculations, drawings and specifications for steel components and connections.
• Ensure designs comply with local and international steel design codes (SANS, AISC).
• Liaise with fabricators, erectors and clients to ensure design intent is met during construction.
• Conduct site visits for inspection and verification during construction.
• Review shop drawings and respond to fabrication queries.
• Assist in preparing tender documents and technical proposals.
• Mentor junior structural engineers and technicians.

Skills

Structural analysis

Engineering software

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD.Pro

SAP2000

AutoCAD/CAD

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng is seeking a Senior Structural Steel Design Engineer to lead design and analysis of steel structures for industrial facilities. You will prepare calculations, drawings, and liaise with fabricators and clients to ensure design intent is met.

The role requires 7+ years in structural steel design, proficiency with STAAD.Pro/SAP2000 and CAD, and a PE registration preferred. Based in Gauteng with opportunities for career growth.