Senior Engineer - Bridges

Position: Senior Candidate Engineer - Bridges
Description

Engineering is more than design and delivery at Zutari; it is the craft of shaping possibility.

Description

Engineering is more than design and delivery at Zutari; it is the craft of shaping possibility. As a leading buildings, infrastructure engineering, and advisory practice with over 90 years of heritage across Africa and the Middle East, we work across the full infrastructure lifecycle to deliver innovative, digitally enabled solutions. From bridges and dams to energy systems and smart infrastructure, our work connects communities and unlocks long-term value.

We are looking for technical minds who see beyond constraints and are driven to engineer solutions that matter, today and for generations to come.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done, and sharing a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Our award-winning Bridges team is seeking a talented and digitally enabled Bridge Engineer to join our Tshwane office and contribute to the delivery of complex infrastructure projects across Africa and the Middle East.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of concrete/steel bridge structures and culverts, adhering to relevant codes and standards.
• Perform hydrological and hydraulic calculations for drainage structures.
• Contribute to the preparation of design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports, upholding our quality standards.
• Collaborate with and support professional staff across various locations.
• Participate in the design process, from initial concepts to final outputs.
• Support in the supervision and guiding of junior team members.
• Explore and suggest innovative design alternatives for various projects.
• Engage in fast-paced design and construct projects.
• Offer support during the construction phase of diverse structural projects.
• Assist in load rating evaluations for bridge structures.

Bridge & Structural Design

• Assist in the design, analysis and assessment of concrete, steel and composite bridge structures, culverts, retaining structures and related transportation infrastructure in accordance with relevant codes, standards and specifications.
• Perform structural modelling, engineering calculations and load analysis for new and existing structures.
• Assist in carrying out bridge load rating and structural capacity assessments.
• Participate in the design process from feasibility and concept development through to detailed design and final design outputs.
• Evaluate and recommend innovative, sustainable and cost-effective engineering solutions to address project requirements.
• Consider constructability, maintainability and whole-life asset performance during the design process.

Hydrology, Hydraulics & Drainage Engineering

• Perform hydrological and hydraulic assessments for bridges, culverts and drainage structures.
• Analyse flood levels, scour risks and waterway crossings to inform safe and resilient infrastructure design.
• Coordinate with water, geotechnical and transportation disciplines to achieve integrated engineering solutions.

Documentation & Technical Deliverables

• Prepare and contribute to engineering documentation including design reports, technical calculations, drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and construction documentation.
• Review and check own work to ensure compliance with quality management systems, client requirements and industry standards.
• Support the production and coordination of CAD/BIM deliverables.
• Participate in design reviews and…