Structural Technologist / Technician

Knight Piesold Southern Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

Knight Piésold Southern Africa is seeking an experienced Structural Technologist/Technician to join our Structures team in Sandton. You will develop BIM models, produce construction drawings, and support civil and mining structure projects across Southern Africa.

The role requires a National Diploma, ECSA registration eligibility, 5+ years of civil/structural experience, and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and PROKON/STRAP, with a valid SA driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Registration with ECSA as Pr.Tech Eng or Pr.Techni Eng, or eligibility for registration.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience on civil/structural projects, preferably in a consulting environment.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, PROKON/STRAP and structural drafting principles.
• Valid South African driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining structural BIM models using Autodesk Revit.
• Producing detailed structural construction drawings, reinforcement detailing, layouts, and schedules.
• Preparing accurate engineering documentation in line with client requirements and quality standards.
• Supporting the design and delivery of civil and mining structures.
• Collaborating with engineers, project teams, clients, and contractors to ensure project delivery.
• Participating in project coordination meetings and assisting with planning to meet milestones.
• Conducting site inspections, verifying construction progress, preparing site reports, and identifying technical issues during construction.

Skills

Structural drafting

Team collaboration

Education

National Diploma in Civil Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

PROKON/STRAP

Job description

Are you passionate about structural engineering and bringing complex projects to life through innovative designs? Knight Piésold is looking for an experienced Structural Technologist/Technician to join our dynamic Structures team in Sandton. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of civil, mining, and infrastructure projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Southern Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining structural BIM models using Autodesk Revit.
• Producing detailed structural construction drawings, reinforcement detailing, layouts, and schedules.
• Preparing accurate engineering documentation in line with client requirements and company quality standards.
• Supporting the design and delivery of civil and mining structures.
• Collaborating with engineers, project teams, clients, and contractors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Participating in project coordination meetings and assisting with planning to meet project milestones.
• Conducting site inspections, verifying construction progress, preparing site reports, and identifying technical issues during construction.

Minimum Requirements

• A National Diploma in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr.Tech Eng) or Professional Engineering Technician (Pr.Techni Eng), or eligibility for registration.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience working on civil and structural engineering projects, particularly within the consulting environment.
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, PROKON/STRAP and structural drafting principles
• A valid South African driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites when required.

Why Join Us?

1. Authentically African
2. Competitive Rewards and Benefits
3. Professional Development
4. Flexible and Supportive Workplace
5. Purpose Driven Impact
6. Collaborative and Inclusive Culture