Structural Engineer - Bridge Design and Rehabilitation

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks an accomplished Structural Engineer specializing in bridge design and rehabilitation to assess existing bridges, design new structures, and develop rehab strategies for public safety and infrastructure longevity.

The role offers exposure to major transportation projects in the Western Cape, a hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional development within a collaborative, technically-excellence-driven team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of bridge engineering, design and rehabilitation experience.
• Pr. Eng/ECSA registration is required.
• Proficiency with MIDAS Civil, CSiBridge, Autodesk Bridge Design.
• Strong understanding of concrete and steel behavior under various loads.
• Experience with non-destructive testing methods for bridges.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural assessments and inspections of bridges and related transportation structures.
• Design new bridge structures using advanced analysis and modeling techniques.
• Develop rehabilitation and strengthening plans for existing bridges.
• Prepare detailed design reports, drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
• Collaborate with transportation authorities, project managers and construction teams.
• Ensure compliance with national and international bridge design codes and standards.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Rehabilitation planning

Public safety focus

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

MIDAS Civil

CSiBridge

Autodesk Bridge Design

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Structural Engineer with expertise in bridge design and rehabilitation to join their team in Stellenbosch . This role is crucial for assessing the condition of existing bridges, designing new structures, and developing rehabilitation strategies to ensure public safety and infrastructure longevity. You will work on significant transportation projects, contributing to the connectivity and development of the Western Cape . The ideal candidate will possess deep technical knowledge, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed structural assessments and inspections of bridges and related transportation structures.
• Design new bridge structures using advanced analysis and modeling techniques.
• Develop rehabilitation and strengthening plans for existing bridges.
• Prepare detailed design reports, drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
• Collaborate with transportation authorities, project managers, and construction teams.
• Ensure compliance with national and international bridge design codes and standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience specifically in bridge engineering, design, and rehabilitation.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr. Eng) is required.
• Proficiency in bridge design software (e.g., MIDAS Civil, CSiBridge, Autodesk Bridge Design).
• Strong understanding of materials behavior (concrete, steel) under various loading conditions.
• Experience with non-destructive testing methods and assessment techniques for bridges.

Benefits

• Competitive annual remuneration package.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile transportation infrastructure projects.
• Hybrid work model supporting work-life balance.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Collaborative work culture focused on technical excellence.