Structural Engineer

Engineered Sourcing; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to design and oversee structural solutions for various projects. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams ensuring compliance with codes and safety standards. Candidates should have 6–10+ years of experience, a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, and be registered with ECSA. The role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Exposure to diverse projects

Professional growth and development

Qualifications

• 6–10+ years’ proven structural engineering experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for buildings and infrastructure.
• Produce and review design calculations, reports, and specifications.
• Model designs using industry software and document accordingly.
• Ensure designs comply with codes and safety regulations.
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and prepare inspection reports.

Skills

Structural analysis

Design for buildings and infrastructure

Proficiency with Revit

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Registration with ECSA

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Prokon

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to design, analyse, and oversee safe, cost-effective structural solutions for building and infrastructure projects. You will collaborate closely with architects, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards from concept through construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and detailed design for buildings and infrastructure (steel, concrete, masonry, timber, and composite systems as applicable).
• Produce and review design calculations, technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Model and document designs using industry software (Revit, AutoCAD, Prokon) and MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Ensure designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and safety regulations; prepare rational designs where applicable.
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and technical audits; prepare inspection reports and snag lists.
• Coordinate with architects, quantity surveyors, contractors, and other engineers to resolve design and site queries.
• Participate in design reviews, value engineering, and constructibility assessments.
• Support tender documentation, BOQs, technical clarifications, and contractor RFI responses.
• Provide technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle; contribute to quality assurance processes.
• Manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment and proactively escalate risks or constraints.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Registration with ECSA (required).
• 6–10+ years’ proven structural engineering experience.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Prokon, MS Word, and MS Excel.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Preferred / Advantageous

• Experience across multiple project types (commercial, residential, industrial, or public infrastructure).
• Knowledge of South African standards and common international codes (e.g., SANS, Eurocode, BS / ASCE).
• Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary BIM workflows.
• Exposure to construction monitoring, site supervision, and contractor management.

N.B.Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps, which may include a technical interview and / or case assessment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Exposure to diverse, challenging projects.
• Professional growth and development in a collaborative team environment.