207 Structural Design jobs in South Africa

GIBB’s multi-award-winning Integrated Infrastructure (WIIG) Sector provides the roots for communities using innovative and sustainable engineering design, urban planning, and advisory services. Here you will find an environment conducive to helping you make the most of your abilities and skills.

This Sector is looking for another talented professional to complement their team, in the form of a Technician (Structural Design) .

 We welcome your application if you believe you meet the requirements for this position.

The below listed responsibilities and requirements are assessed during the interview stages and will further be confirmed with the relevant professional references that you currently are or have reported to in your previously two positions.

Core Purpose

To assist the structural engineering team by preparing accurate rebar detailing, structural drawings, and models, conducting site inspections, and compiling technical documentation. This role plays a key part in ensuring successful project delivery through precision, quality assurance, and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Performance Areas

• Prepare accurate reinforcement detailing and structural layout drawings in compliance with project specifications and relevant codes.
• Use AutoCAD and Revit to develop and update models and drawings for reinforced concrete and/or structural steel components.
• Compile and maintain structural documentation, including reinforcement schedules, drawing registers, and inspection reports.
• Ensure all documentation is properly filed, referenced, and quality checked.
• Liaise with engineers, architects, and other project stakeholders to coordinate and integrate structural detailing within multidisciplinary teams.
• Assist in responding to site queries and coordinating drawing revisions.
• Ensure all work complies with internal draughting standards, engineering codes of practice, and client specifications.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• National Diploma (NDip) in Civil or Structural Engineering;
• Recognised Draughting Certificate or equivalent.

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience in structural draughting within the structural engineering environment.

Person Requirements

Core Competencies:

• Knowledge and experience in working with AutoCAD;
• Knowledge and experience in working with Probar 2D;
• Knowledge and experience in working with Revit.

Additional Competencies :

• Attention to detail and problem solving abilities;
• Strong organisational and planning skills;
• MS Office literacy;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to use own initiative to identify priorities and organize own work;
• Fluent in English;
• Valid full driver’s license;
li>Medically fit;
• Responsible & self-motivated;
• A team player who forms part of a team to produce technical deliverables of the right quality to meet the scope within the time and budget;
• Attention to detail and problem solving abilities;
• Strong organisational and planning skills.

• Civil Engineering Degree / BTech / BSc / BEng
• 3 Years in structural design in the building industry.
• Involved in projects regarding various roofing structures and where gang nail or ultra-span trusses were utilized.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Deliver high level structural design advice to stakeholders in the building industry.
• Analytical with the ability to interpret data.

Duties

• Identify opportunities and successfully pursue sales growth within the trusses industry / roofing industry in Southern Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Support sales and customer support teams to grow business and access new markets.
• Help solve roofing design issues for internal staff, clients, architects & engineers.
• Understand and implement relevant SANS codes.

Salary : Salary offered to successful applicant will depend on qualifications and experience.

Application Note : Only applicants that meet the above requirements will be considered. Do not submit your CV if you do not have experience in the above. Applicants who have not been contacted within 14 days should consider their applications as having been unsuccessful.

• Civil Engineering Degree / BTech / BSc / BEng
• 3 Years in structural design in the building industry.
• Involved in projects regarding various roofing structures and where gang nail or ultra-span trusses were utilized.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Deliver high level structural design advise stakeholders in the building industry.
• Analytical with the ability to interpret data.

Duties

• Identify opportunities and successfully pursue for the sales growth within the trusses industry / roofing industry in Southern Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Support sales and customer support teams to grow business and access new markets.
• Help solve roofing design issues for internal staff, clients, architects & engineers.
• Understand and implement relevant SANS codes.

Salary Information : Salary offered to successful applicant will depend on qualifications and experience.

Application Instructions : Only applicants that meet the above requirements will be considered. Do not submit your CV if you do not have experience in the above. Applicants who have not been contacted within 14 days should consider their applications as having been unsuccessful.

Key Role:

WSP Africa Power and Energy teams is seeking an experienced Structural Design Engineer to join the Power and Energy team. The role involves the design and analysis of overhead transmission line structures, including steel lattice towers and monopoles, for voltages ranging from 33kV to 400kV. The successful candidate will contribute to both South African and UK-based transmission projects, ensuring compliance with local and international standards.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 3–5 years of experience in the structural design of transmission line structures, preferably within the South African and UK power sector.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software: PLS-CADD, TOWER, STAAD.Pro, SAP2000.
• Strong understanding of wind loading, conductor tensioning, and foundation interaction, with consideration for local terrain and climate conditions.
• Familiarity with Eskom grid codes, TRMSCAAC1, and SANS 10100.
• Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech Eng registration with ECSA, or actively working towards registration.

Desirable:

• Experience working on UK transmission projects or with UK grid standards.
• Knowledge of foundation design and geotechnical principles, especially in South African soil conditions.
• Familiarity with BIM and CAD tools (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.).

Additional Information

What's in it for you?

What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can!

WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application.

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous days annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.

Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and analyze transmission structures in accordance with South African standards (e.g., Eskom TRMSCAAC1, SANS, CPTSSTAN116) and international codes (e.g., IEC 60826, BS EN 50341, Eurocodes).
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, electrical, geotechnical) to deliver integrated and site-appropriate design solutions.
• Conduct structural assessments and recommend reinforcement or replacement strategies for existing infrastructure.
• Prepare detailed design documentation, technical reports, and drawings for submission to regulatory bodies and clients.
• Provide technical input and cost estimation support during tendering and procurement processes.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and authorities (e.g., NERSA, Eskom, UK grid operators) to ensure project compliance and success.

Health and Safety

• Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you.
• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm.
• Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times

This position requires a Civil Engineering Degree (BTech / BSc / BEng) with at least 3 years of experience in structural design in the building industry, particularly in projects involving roofing structures and trusses.

• Civil Engineering Degree / BTech / BSc / BEng
• 3 Years in structural design in the building industry
• Experience with roofing structures and gang nail or ultra-span trusses
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data

• Identify opportunities for sales growth within the trusses and roofing industry in Southern Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Support sales and customer support teams to grow business and access new markets.
• Help solve roofing design issues for internal staff, clients, architects, and engineers.
• Understand and implement relevant SANS codes.

SALARY OFFERED TO SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL DEPEND ON QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.

ONLY APPLICANTS THAT MEET THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED.

DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR CV IF YOU DO NOT HAVE EXPERIENCE IN THE ABOVE.

APPLICANTS WHO HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN 14 DAYS SHOULD CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATIONS AS HAVING BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL.