Structural Engineer - Renewables

BVi Consulting Engineers Western Cape (Pty) Ltd has a vacancy for a Structural Engineer – Renewable Energy Projects in their Cape Town office. This will be a permanent position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the detailed design and design implementation of civil infrastructure on renewable projects with a key focus on reinforced concrete and structural steel.
• Authoring and detailed review of structural design documentation such as design calculation sheets, reports and drawings.
• Provide structural engineering input across renewable energy projects, from design through to construction and completion.
• Assist with the preparation and review of technical reports, specifications, drawings and project documentation.
• Monitor progress and provide input into project reporting and construction meetings.
• Conduct site inspections and identify, investigate and resolve technical and construction-related issues.
• Liaise with contractors, clients, consultants and other project stakeholders to facilitate effective project delivery.
• Review contractor submissions, method statements, drawings, technical information and other project documentation.
• Assist with quality control and ensure that construction works meet the required engineering and project standards.
• Provide technical guidance and engineering solutions to site-related challenges.
• Identify potential risks, deviations and delays and assist in developing appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensure that engineering work is undertaken in accordance with relevant legislation, standards, BVi procedures and client requirements.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams and contribute to the successful delivery of projects.
• Support senior engineers and project managers as required and take increasing responsibility for project and technical deliverables.

Project Experience:

Experience in the following areas will be advantageous:

• Wind farm developments and associated infrastructure.
• Solar photovoltaic (PV) projects.
• Structural and Civil works associated with renewable energy facilities.
• Foundations and associated civil infrastructure.
• Experience with design in accordance with Eurocode.
• Experience with the Finite Element Method with a sound understanding of solid mechanics principles

Minimum Requirements

• BEng/BSc in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 4 years' relevant post-graduate engineering experience.
• Minimum 1–2 years' practical site experience within the renewable energy sector.
• Experience in wind farm projects is strongly preferred, although relevant solar project experience will also be considered.
• Must be eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA
• Sound knowledge of civil and structural engineering principles and construction practices.
• Sound knowledge of Limit State Design principles.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, specifications and construction documentation.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel and work on project sites as required.
• Experience in the following software: Revit and C3D with proven ability of parametric modeling