Civil/Structural Engineer

Civil/ Structural Engineer

Introduction

Dinga Business Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Civil/ Structural Engineer with proven experience in equipment plinths, support frames, anchors, penetrations, roof or external plant support and structural verification in operational facilities.

• Professional registration: Active registration with ECSA as PrTechEng or PrEng

-Experience: 3+ years of post-registration experience with ECSA

• Minimum educational requirements: BTech, BSc and/ or BEng Civil Engineering

• Comprehensive, working mastery of SANS (South African National Standards)

Key Responsibilities

-Design and draft civil engineering works in accordance with project requirements. Prepare engineering documentation, drawings and technical deliverables.

Handle structural design, modifications, and verification for heavy mechanical infrastructure.-Ensure that all support frames, plant housing, and structural alterations safely accommodate mechanical loads while keeping facilities fully functional.

• Engineer concrete equipment plinths, structural steel support frames and robust anchoring systems

• Coordinate civil engineering designs with other professional disciplines to ensure optimal project integration

• Design, analyze, and certify roof-top and external plant support platforms, factoring in dead loads, live loads, wind distribution and environmental exposure

• Deliver technical designs that strictly follow official quality, safety, and regulatory standards that adhere to quality management systems.

• Perform structural integrity assessments and verification within live, operational facilities. Evaluate existing structural capacities to support new or upgraded mechanical plant equipment without disrupting ongoing facility operations.

• Plan, detail, and sign off on structural penetrations through reinforced concrete slabs, masonry, and steel frames required for large HVAC ducting, risers, and piping networks

• Calculate dynamic loading, vibration isolation requirements, and seismic/ wind restraints for plant equipment in compliance with SANS regulations.

• Apply relevant design codes and construction specifications to project work

• Ensure quality, accuracy and compliance when reviewing designs and deliverables

Work Location: In person