Structural​/Civil Engineer

Overview

A specialist engineering company in the East Rand manufacturing modular process plants is seeking an experienced Structural / Civil Engineer registered with ECSA
. The company designs and delivers pilot plants, test facilities, demonstration plants, and full-scale modular production plants across the mining, metallurgical, oil & gas, petrochemical, and food & beverage sectors.

They offer a fully integrated engineering and fabrication service — from front-end engineering and design (FEED), through detailed design, manufacturing, packaging, shipping, site installation, commissioning, and after-sales support. Their engineering team works closely with clients to deliver high-quality modular systems that are safe, scalable, rapidly deployable, and cost-effective.

The ideal candidate must have strong experience in steel structures
, modular structural design
, and the ability to integrate engineering solutions across multiple project phases. Attention to detail, technical accuracy, and the ability to work independently are essential.

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• ECSA registration (BEng or BTech Eng) – mandatory
• Extensive experience in steel structures
• Strong experience in modular structures (skids, frames, platforms, modular plants)
• Experience in mining, petrochemical, oil & gas, or modular plant environments
• Proficiency in structural design software (Prokon, AutoCAD, Revit or similar)
• Ability to provide engineering sign-off and ensure compliance with SANS standards
• Strong understanding of fabrication, manufacturing, and installation processes

• Design, analyse, and review steel and modular structures for process plants
• Provide engineering sign-off in accordance with ECSA requirements
• Prepare structural calculations, drawings, and technical documentation
• Integrate with multi-disciplinary teams (mechanical, piping, electrical, fabrication)
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and structural assessments
• Ensure compliance with SANS standards, building regulations, and client specifications
• Support projects from FEED through detailed design, fabrication, installation, and commissioning
• Work closely with fabricators, tradesmen, and project managers to ensure quality, cost, and timelines are met
• Apply strong attention to detail and uphold engineering best practices
• Deliver solutions quickly and accurately in a fast-paced project environment