Senior Engineer - Marine Structural at Aecom USA

Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Structural Design, Marine Infrastructure, Static Analysis, Dynamic Analysis, Corrosion Protection, Fatigue Performance, Foundation Design, Design Reports, Tendering, Quality Assurance, Mentoring, Risk Assessments, Client Meetings, BIM Integration, Sustainability Requirements, Technical Guidance

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities team is looking for a Senior Engineer - Marine (Structural) to join our team in our Durban, Centurion or Cape Town offices. About Enterprise Capabilities Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry. With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes. Start here. Grow here. Job Description We are seeking a Senior Engineer - Marine (Structural) to support the design and assessment of coastal and offshore infrastructure, including wharves, jetties, caissons, breakwaters, and floating structures. This role will focus on structural design under complex loading conditions—wave, current, berthing, seismic—and will require coordination with geotechnical, coastal, and marine disciplines. Here is what you will do: Lead structural design of marine infrastructure using relevant codes (e.g. BS, Eurocode, API, PIANC) Perform static and dynamic structural analysis, including wave and berthing impact loads Evaluate corrosion protection, fatigue performance, and structural detailing for marine environments Coordinate with geotechnical engineers on foundation design (piles, caissons, gravity structures) Prepare design reports, specifications, and construction documentation Support tendering, fabrication review, and site construction queries Develop and implement quality assurance procedures for marine structural designs Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on complex marine projects Collaborate with environmental specialists to ensure designs meet sustainability requirements Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for marine structures Participate in client meetings and present technical solutions Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies in marine structural engineering Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure compliance with local and international maritime standards Develop and maintain best practice guidelines for marine structural engineering within the organisation Contribute to business development activities, including proposal writing and client presentations Oversee the integration of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in marine structural design projects Here’s what we’re looking for: At least 10 years’ experience post obtaining qualification. Professionally registered with ECSA as Pr.Eng. for at least 3 years. Qualifications Degree in Civil Engineering (Structural), preferably M.Eng or MSc.Eng. Additional Information At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week. About AECOM AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Responsibilities

The Senior Engineer will lead the structural design of marine infrastructure and perform static and dynamic structural analysis. This role involves coordinating with various engineering disciplines and preparing design documentation.