7 Structural Engineers jobs in Cape Town

We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to design, analyse, and oversee safe, cost-effective structural solutions for building and infrastructure projects. You will collaborate closely with architects, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards from concept through construction.Key Responsibilities Perform structural analysis and detailed design for buildings and infrastructure (steel, concrete, masonry, timber, and composite systems as applicable).Produce and review design calculations, technical reports, drawings, and specifications.Model and document designs using industry software (Revit, AutoCAD, Prokon) and MS Office (Word, Excel).Ensure designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and safety regulations; prepare rational designs where applicable.Conduct site visits, inspections, and technical audits; prepare inspection reports and snag lists.Coordinate with architects, quantity surveyors, contractors, and other engineers to resolve design and site queries.Participate in design reviews, value engineering, and constructibility assessments.Support tender documentation, BOQs, technical clarifications, and contractor RFI responses.Provide technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle; contribute to quality assurance processes.Manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment and proactively escalate risks or constraints.RequirementsBachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.Professional Registration with ECSA (required).6–10+ years’ proven structural engineering experience.Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Prokon, MS Word, and MS Excel.Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites.Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.Preferred/Advantageous Experience across multiple project types (commercial, residential, industrial, or public infrastructure).Knowledge of South African standards and common international codes (e.g., SANS, Eurocode, BS/ASCE).Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary BIM workflows.Exposure to construction monitoring, site supervision, and contractor management.N.B. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps, which may include a technical interview and/or case assessment. BenefitsCompetitive compensation.Exposure to diverse, challenging projects.Professional growth and development in a collaborative team environment.

**Key Role & Responsibilities:**
**We are looking for a dynamic Senior Structural Engineer** who is able to work independently in the Structural Engineering field. This individual plans, organizes, and controls complex projects, and makes recommendations on alternate solutions to engineering problems. They are able to prepare and present technical reports and demonstrate extensive competency and experience in supporting the delivery of a range of projects of varying scale. This includes leadership exposure across people, project, client, and technical domains.
**The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:**
+ Design and manage structural engineering projects in a multi-disciplinary consulting engineering environment.
+ Responsible for analysis/review of reinforced concrete and steel structures.
+ Delivery of projects following a modern BIM workflow; operate Revit models and cloud base platforms.
+ Demonstrate a good understanding of structural element estimates, practical construction methods and economic considerations. Able to prepare paperless structural schemes.
+ Responsible for leading small design teams.
+ Produce quality work that conforms to WSP ISO quality standards.
+ Monitor and manage the design teams to meet deadlines.
+ Client and project team liaison.
+ Manage multiple projects including project finance and resources.
+ Assist in team management with the senior leadership team.
**Health and Safety:**
+ Role model for SHEQ performance and behavior 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 always maintained.
**Qualifications**
+ Bsc Eng/BEng/BSc (Hons) in Structural Engineering. MEng/MSc of advantageous.
+ 7 or more years' experience mainly in structural engineering
+ Registered as PrEng with ECSA
+ Civil engineering experience advantageous.
+ Project Management experience advantageous.
**Key Competencies and Generic Skills:**
+ Proven record of delivering in a deadline-oriented environment.
+ Excellent people skills - clients and staff
+ Self-driven personality (focused, systematic and
+ controlled)
+ Computer literacy (e.g. MS Office Suite) is essential.
+ Proficiency in BIM software packages (e.g. Revit, CAD).
+ Proficiency in Prokon design software is essential.
+ Proficiency in Finite Element design software is necessary and of advantage. SAFE, ETABS, Robot or similar.
+ Proficiency in simple programming (e.g. MS Excel) essential.
+ Proficiency in visual programming environment and parametric design (e.g. Rhino & Grasshopper) of advantage.
+ Ability to interact with the office team and construction team.
+ Valid ID/Driver's License.
+ Take pride and ownership one's work.
+ Client focused (Client retention/development).
+ Able/Willing to travel.
**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.

**Company Description**
**AECOM** is seeking a **Structural Engineer - HV Transmission Lines** to be based in South Africa's Enterprise Capabilities office in **Cape Town** . This position will support a team locally based in South Africa and Global Teams. As a part of AECOM's culture, it offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement which accommodates both office and out-of-office work schedules.
**About Enterprise Capabilities**
Fundamental to our _Think and Act Globally_ strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM's primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry.
With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.
**Start here. Grow here.**
**Job Description**
The Structural Engineer provides senior technical leadership and delivery capability across a broad range of transmission line projects from 132kV to 765kV. This includes greenfield projects, asset upgrades, reconductoring, thermal uprating, foundation and structure strengthening, line cut-ins, and asset renewal schemes. The role involves hands-on design, technical review, and interdisciplinary collaboration across project stages from concept to construction.
**Experience relating to OHL design:**
+ Model towers or poles using PLS-TOWER or PLS-POLE, including strength, stability, and member capacity checks.
+ Support or lead foundation assessments and designs (pad, pile, raft, grillage) in collaboration with geotechnical engineers.
+ Prepare or review general arrangement drawings, connection details, fabrication drawings, and part lists.
+ Assess the structural adequacy of towers/poles for reconductoring, uprating, or retrofit purposes.
+ Contribute to constructability assessments including cranage, access, erection sequencing, and outage constraints.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Planning, scheduling, and execution of HV transmission line projects including:
+ Prepare cost estimates, project budgets, and resource allocation plans.
+ Coordinate with project managers, clients and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met.
+ Coordination and technical leadership in the delivery of HV transmission line engineering and design projects/packages.
+ Developing transmission line alignments, profiles, and structure spotting using PLS-CADD.
+ Performing sag-tension analysis and validating clearances in accordance with relevant standards (e.g. EN 50341, NG TS 2.04).
+ Preparing and reviewing design deliverables including plan/profile drawings, stringing charts, structure schedules, and loading reports.
+ Assessing tower and pole structure loading and coordinating foundation designs with geotechnical inputs.
+ Leading and/or contributing to the following project types:
+ New transmission line designs (greenfield)
+ Reconductoring and sag-tension recalculations
+ Uprating and clearance improvement studies
+ Structure/pole strength assessments and retrofits
+ Foundation strengthening (e.g., pile extensions, grillage upgrades)
+ Line cut-ins, tee-offs, and route deviations
+ Tower/pole replacements and asset renewal
+ OPGW or earthwire replacement and shielding reviews
+ Participating in design reviews, QA/verification processes, and constructability assessments.
+ Supporting delivery of construction-ready drawings and material schedules.
+ Coordinating with drafting, structural, civil, electrical, and geotechnical teams for integrated design outputs.
+ Providing guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and contributing to continuous improvement through lessons learned and design innovation.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in engineering (Structural Engineering) is essential.
+ A minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in HV (132kV+) overhead line transmission design and delivery.
+ Chartered or Professional Engineer status (or working towards it) is preferred.
+ Demonstrated experience delivering a range of HV OHL projects including new builds, reconductoring, uprating, and asset renewals.
+ Proven ability to coordinate across disciplines and review detailed technical outputs to a high standard.
+ Software's that are essential: PLS-CADD, PLS-TOWER / PLS-POLE, Microsoft Excel / Office
**Additional Information**
**At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity**
_At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week._
**About AECOM**
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
**What makes AECOM a great place to work**
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** REF48092R
**Business Line:** Building Engineering
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Enterprise Capabilities
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid

**Company Description**
AECOM's **Enterprise Capabilities** team is looking for a **Senior Engineer - Marine Structural** to join our team.
**About Enterprise Capabilities**
Fundamental to our _Think and Act Globally_ strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM's primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry.
With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.
**Start here. Grow here.**
**Job Description**
We are seeking a **Senior Engineer - Marine Structural** to support the design and assessment of coastal and offshore infrastructure, including wharves, jetties, caissons, breakwaters, and floating structures. This role will focus on structural design under complex loading conditions-wave, current, berthing, seismic-and will require coordination with geotechnical, coastal, and marine disciplines.
**Here is what you will do:**
+ Lead structural design of marine infrastructure using relevant codes (e.g. BS, Eurocode, API, PIANC)
+ Perform static and dynamic structural analysis, including wave and berthing impact loads
+ Evaluate corrosion protection, fatigue performance, and structural detailing for marine environments
+ Coordinate with geotechnical engineers on foundation design (piles, caissons, gravity structures)
+ Prepare design reports, specifications, and construction documentation
+ Support tendering, fabrication review, and site construction queries
+ Develop and implement quality assurance procedures for marine structural designs
+ Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on complex marine projects
+ Collaborate with environmental specialists to ensure designs meet sustainability requirements
+ Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for marine structures
+ Participate in client meetings and present technical solutions
+ Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies in marine structural engineering
**Here's what we're looking for:**
+ At least 10 years' experience post obtaining qualification.
+ Professionally registered with ECSA as Pr.Eng. for at least 3 years.
**Qualifications**
+ Degree in Civil Engineering (Structural), preferably M.Eng or MSc.Eng.
**Additional Information**
**At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity**
_At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week._
**About AECOM**
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
**What makes AECOM a great place to work**
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** Transportation
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Enterprise Capabilities
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid