Structural Engineer
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Perform structural analyses on both conventional and buildings and structures
- Perform conceptual and detailed structural designs and incorporate building technologies
- Compile and submit rational design reports where necessary
- Collaborate with and assist international engineering firms through the design process of international projects that incorporate building technologies
- Explore and obtain certification for non-standard building materials, elements, or systems where necessary
- Build a suitable team strong enough to carry the workload (currently over 800 units in planning in South Africa, the US, and Switzerland with a number of further countries with leads)
- Liaise with the Research & Development Team to continually improve building technology
- Regular reporting to the Heads of Engineering & Design
- Bachelors degree in structural/civil engineering
- Minimum 5 years experience as structural engineer
- Professionally registered engineer with ECSA
- Experience with reinforced concrete and masonry materials for design and analysis according to local and
- international norms (Eurocode, SANS, etc.)
- Skilled in Finite Element Modelling (FEM)
- Excellent project management and communication skills
- Highly motivated and attention to detail
- Keen on leading an international team of professionals
- Masters degree in structural engineering
- 8+ years experience in structural engineering
- Experience with alternative construction methods and materials
- Willingness to get your hands dirty at times
- Eager to learn and adopt new materials, technologies, and construction methods