Structural Engineer - Hybrid, Growth & Impact in Richards Bay

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a respected engineering consultancy in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, to hire a Senior Structural Engineer. You will design, analyze, and oversee structural elements for civil and building projects, with site visits across the Richards Bay region.

Ideal candidates hold a BEng/BSc in Civil/Structural Engineering, are ECSA-registered, have 7+ years' experience in steel, concrete and masonry design, and are proficient in SAP2000, ETABS, Prokon, AutoCAD and Revit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Pr. Eng or Tech. Prof. registration with ECSA.
• 7+ years of post-graduate structural engineering design experience.
• Experience in designing steel, concrete and masonry structures.
• Proficiency in SAP2000, ETABS, Prokon and CAD tools (AutoCAD, Revit).
• Strong knowledge of SA building codes and standards.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.
• Site supervision and construction monitoring experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for civil and building projects.
• Prepare detailed structural drawings, specifications, and reports using CAD and relevant software.
• Conduct site investigations and inspections to assess existing structures and monitor construction progress.
• Ensure all designs comply with SANS and other relevant building codes.
• Collaborate effectively with architects, project managers, and other engineering disciplines.
• Review contractor submittals and respond to technical queries during construction.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and technicians.
• Manage structural engineering aspects of projects, ensuring timely delivery and within budget.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in structural engineering technology and best practices.
• Contribute to tender preparation and proposal development.

Skills

Structural analysis

Project management

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

SAP2000

ETABS

Prokon

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a respected engineering consultancy in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, to hire a Senior Structural Engineer. You will design, analyze, and oversee structural elements for civil and building projects, with site visits across the Richards Bay region.

Ideal candidates hold a BEng/BSc in Civil/Structural Engineering, are ECSA-registered, have 7+ years' experience in steel, concrete and masonry design, and are proficient in SAP2000, ETABS, Prokon, AutoCAD and Revit.