Structural Design Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Health and retirement benefits

Generous paid time off

Access to cutting-edge software

Remote work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Structural Design Engineer for a fully remote role. You will perform analyses for steel, concrete, and other materials, develop BIM models in Revit, and prepare construction specifications while ensuring compliance with SA codes.

Join a distributed team that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and employee well-being, with generous leave, health and retirement benefits, and a collaborative remote work culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural specialization.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in structural design.
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software (STAAD.Pro, Etabs, SAP2000) and BIM tools (Revit).
• In-depth knowledge of material properties and structural systems.
• Strong understanding of South African National Standards and building codes.
• Excellent communication and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design calculations for steel, concrete, and other structural materials.
• Develop detailed structural drawings, BIM models, and construction specifications.
• Ensure designs comply with building codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and engineers via virtual platforms.
• Review requirements and provide safe, economical, constructible solutions.
• Conduct quality control checks on design deliverables before submission.

Skills

Structural analysis

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Structural/Civil Eng

Tools

STAAD.Pro

Etabs

SAP2000

Revit

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented Structural Design Engineer to join their entirely remote engineering department. This role is pivotal in ensuring the integrity and safety of structures designed for various projects, ranging from commercial buildings to industrial facilities. You will utilize advanced analytical tools and collaborate with a distributed team of professionals to develop innovative and compliant structural solutions. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced engineer who values autonomy, embraces technology, and seeks to make a significant impact from anywhere, contributing to a culture that prioritizes technical excellence, continuous learning, and employee well-being in a fully remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design calculations for steel, concrete, and other structural materials.
• Develop detailed structural drawings, BIM models, and construction specifications.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant building codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with project managers, architects, and other engineers through virtual platforms.
• Review project requirements and provide structural engineering solutions that are safe, economical, and constructible.
• Conduct quality control checks on design deliverables before submission.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural specialization.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in structural design.
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software (e.g., STAAD.Pro, Etabs, SAP2000) and BIM tools (Revit).
• In-depth knowledge of material properties and structural systems.
• Strong understanding of South African National Standards and building codes.
• Excellent communication and remote collaboration skills .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits package.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work hours.
• Access to cutting-edge software and continuous professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and dynamic remote work culture.