Bridge Engineer - Digital Infrastructure

About the role

Zutari, a buildings, infrastructure engineering and advisory practice with over 90 years of heritage across Africa and the Middle East, is looking for a digitally enabled Bridge Engineer to join its Bridges team in the Tshwane office. The role contributes to the delivery of complex infrastructure projects across Africa and the Middle East, from bridges and dams to energy systems and smart infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the design, analysis and assessment of concrete, steel and composite bridge structures, culverts, retaining structures and related transportation infrastructure in line with codes, standards and specifications.
• Perform structural modelling, engineering calculations and load analysis, and assist with bridge load rating and structural capacity assessments.
• Carry out hydrological and hydraulic assessments for bridges, culverts and drainage structures, analysing flood levels, scour risks and waterway crossings.
• Take part in the design process from feasibility and concept through to detailed and final design, and evaluate sustainable, cost-effective solutions while considering constructability, maintainability and whole-life performance.
• Prepare design reports, technical calculations, drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and construction documentation, and support CAD/BIM deliverables.
• Support project planning, design coordination, risk identification and problem solving, and attend technical and client meetings.
• Support the construction phase, review contractor submissions, resolve site issues, and take part in bridge inspections, condition assessments and structural investigations.
• Support rehabilitation, maintenance and strengthening projects, and undertake site visits and construction monitoring.
• Guide graduate engineers, technicians and junior team members, share knowledge and progress towards professional registration.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related profession; a postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
• Registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa as a Candidate Engineer (ECSA) or evidence of registration progress.
• A minimum of 4 years' experience in bridge design.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, adapt to a dynamic environment and handle project shifts.

Required skills

• Proficiency in digital engineering tools and techniques, with eagerness to adopt new digital tools and workflows.
• Technical communication and interpretation.
• Strong problem-solving skills.