143 Structural Design jobs in South Africa
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Technician (Structural Design)
Posted 10 days ago
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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.
Structural Design Engineer Gauteng
Posted 16 days ago
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- 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.
#J-18808-LjbffrStructural Design Engineer South Africa
Posted 16 days ago
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- 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.
#J-18808-LjbffrSenior Structural Design Engineer – Transmission Lines
Posted 2 days ago
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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.
QualificationsQualifications & 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
CONSTRUCTION STRUCTURAL DESIGN ENGINEER - Cape Town
Posted 16 days ago
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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.
Minimum Qualifications- 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.
#J-18808-LjbffrSenior Structural Design Engineer - Transmission Lines

Posted 2 days ago
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The WSP Africa Power and Energy team is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Design Engineer to join the team. The role involves designing and analysing overhead transmission line structures, including steel lattice towers and monopoles, for voltages ranging from 33kV to 765kV. The successful candidate will contribute to both local and international projects, ensuring compliance with local and international standards.
Design & Analysis
+ Perform the design and analysis of transmission and distribution line structures in compliance with international standards and specifications, including client-specific requirements (e.g., Eskom TRMSCAAC, SANS10280, CPTSSTAN116) and global codes (e.g., IEC 60826, BS EN 50341, Eurocodes).
+ Conduct tower spotting and line profiling using PLS-CADD.
+ Carry out structural assessments of existing infrastructure and recommend reinforcement, refurbishment, or replacement strategies, PLS-Pole, PLS-Tower
Technical & Engineering Support
+ Contribute to hardware design and assemblies.
+ Provide construction support during project execution where required.
+ Prepare and review detailed design documentation, technical reports, and drawings for submission to regulatory authorities and clients, including formal presentations at design review committees.
+ Offer technical input and cost estimation during tendering and procurement processes.
+ Create tools and criteria files for structural design checks
Collaboration & Integration
+ Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (civil, electrical, geotechnical, environmental) to deliver integrated, fit-for-purpose design solutions.
+ Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities (e.g., NERSA, Eskom, UK grid operators) to ensure compliance with statutory and client requirements.
+ Involvement in international bodies, work groups and developing/publishing papers with WSP colleagues
Leadership & Mentorship
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior structural engineers, fostering professional development and knowledge transfer within the team.
Client Engagement & Representation
+ Represent the organisation in client meetings, technical workshops, and review sessions, both locally and internationally.
+ Undertake domestic and international travel for client engagement, project support, and design review activities.
**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
**Qualifications and Experience Required**
+ Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering.
+ Professional Registration: Must hold Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech Eng registration.
+ Software Proficiency: Highly proficient in structural analysis and software design, including:
+ PLS-CADD
+ PLS-TOWER
+ PLS-POLE
+ AutoCAD
+ Experience: Minimum of 10 years' experience in the structural design of transmission line structures, with a preference for experience in the South African and UK power sectors.
+ Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge and application of:
+ Transmission line design criteria (sag and tensions, wind loading, conductor tensioning).
+ Foundation interaction and performance under varying terrain and climate conditions.
+ Structural checks and design validation within PLS-POLE and PLS-TOWER.
+ Standards & Codes: All may not be necessary; however, familiarity with relevant international and national standards, including:
+ Eskom Grid Codes
+ TRMSCAAC1
+ SANS 10100 (Structural use of concrete)
+ IEC 60826 (Design criteria of overhead transmission lines) IEC 60652 (Loading tests on overhead line structures)
+ SANS 10280 (Overhead power lines for South African conditions) EN 50341 (Overhead electrical lines exceeding AC 1 kV - Europe/UK)
+ ASCE 10, 48, 74 (USA - Lattice towers, poles, structural loading)
+ CSA C22.3 & CSA S37 (Canada - OHL & tower design)
+ AS/NZS 7000 (Australia/New Zealand - OHL design)
**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.
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NICHE BOUTIQUE EAST LONDON CONSULTANCY: Structural Design Engineer
Posted 10 days ago
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Niche boutique East London consultancy requires a Structural Design Engineer to join its expanding design studio.
Candidates will need to be a Graduate member of IStructE and/or ICE and be educated to MEng/MSc-level in Civil, Structural or Architectural Engineering from a top university and must have gained design skills in another smaller London consultancy. They should be design-focused and be looking to work for a young dynamic consultancy on design-led projects.
Current workload is a mixture of both new-build and refurbishment developments across London working with flair Architects on projects up to £25million.
Top base salary and benefits on offer combined with an “in-at-the-beginning” option with a boutique design consultancy working on challenging projects.
We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within 7 days, your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Walker Dendle Technical Limited acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Walker Dendle Technical is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accepted the terms available on our website.
#J-18808-LjbffrDesign Structural Engineering Technologist
Posted 16 days ago
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Required for a group of Consulting Engineers in Pietermaritzburg.
Minimum Requirements:- 4 years’ experience within consulting Engineering environment.
- Technical ability to understand Civil / Structural Engineering.
- Proficient in AutoCAD and Prokon.
- Carry out Engineering Drawing Design (concrete and Steel) in AutoCAD and Prokon.
- Prepare reinforcement drawings using AutoCAD Structural Detailing Software according to SANS codes.
- Compile Bill of Quantities.
- Undertake site inspections and manage site queries.
- Manage the filing of drawings for accuracy and correctness.
- Ensure drawings are issued on time.
- Liaise and coordinate with other disciplines.
Negotiable – experience related.
Kindly note – should you not hear back from us within 7 days of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful and keep an eye on our website for future opportunities.
#J-18808-LjbffrGraduate Design Engineer - Civil Structural
Posted 4 days ago
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Graduate Design Engineer – Temporary Works and Piling/Foundations
Manchester
Permanent
£29,000 - £31,000
My client is recruiting a graduate design engineer for both their Shoring and Below ground propping design team and the above ground team based in their Manchester office. This role is suited to an engineer who has a keen interest in Geo-technical Engineering, including pile design, SI Interpretation and deep excavation support. You will have a degree or masters in civil engineering or equivalent.
There will be opportunities to work on Major Projects including propping for deep basements.
The role will combine Geotechnics with Structural Analysis and design as it involves bespoke steelwork designs and connections.
Full training for the role is provided and you will be joining their industry leading chartership training scheme in order to ensure you achieve you chartered status as soon as is possible.
Ideally they are looking for an engineer who has had some experience within the engineering industry after leaving university, however exceptional recent graduates will also be considered.
If this sounds like you apply now as the role is interviewing and hiring ASAP
You must be eligible to work in the UK. Please note they are unable to offer sponsorship either now or in the future.