Description
WSP Africa is seeking a talented and detail-oriented Bridge Engineer to join our Transport & Infrastructure division, based in Cape Town or Midrand.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on bridges, culverts, reinforced concrete structures, and large-scale infrastructure projects across the Transport & Infrastructure business unit. Drawing on your Civil, Bridge and Structural Engineering experience, you will work within a team of professional engineers and technologists, delivering the design and technical solutions that keep our clients' networks safe, durable, and cost-effective.
Responsibilities
- Lead the conceptual and detailed design of bridges and related structural components in compliance with relevant codes and standards.
- Perform structural analysis and calculations to ensure safety, durability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Prepare design drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
- Review and approve designs prepared by junior engineers or external consultants.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and strong relationships throughout project delivery.
- Manage project planning, execution, and monitoring to deliver high-quality outputs on time and within budget.
- Collaborate with professionals from other disciplines (traffic, civil, planning, geotechnical, etc.) to deliver integrated solutions.
- Support the growth and development of the Structures Engineering team.
- Engage with clients to identify opportunities, expand service offerings, and secure new work.
Requirements
- BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering.
- Registration as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA.
- Minimum 4 years' experience in a similar role.
- Experience working on large infrastructure projects, including culverts and bridges.
- Registered culvert inspector.
- Good problem-solving, analytical, and strong technical skills, with the ability to understand how a structure will behave.
- Excellent verbal, written, and technical report writing skills.
- Strong, proven management and interpersonal skills.
Advantageous
- Professional Engineer registration with ECSA.
- Registered bridge inspector.
Benefits
- Work on industry-leading bridge and infrastructure projects across the Transport & Infrastructure business unit.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and project management teams.
- Flexible hybrid working model.
- Global career development opportunities.
- Inclusive and diverse workplace culture.