MSP Staffing is looking for a capable and detail-oriented Structural Engineer to join a growing team in Cape Town on a permanent basis. This is an opportunity for an engineering professional with consulting experience who is passionate about delivering safe, practical and cost-effective structural solutions across building and infrastructure projects. Applications close on December 27, 2026.
About the company and the work
MSP Staffing (PTY) LTD is a specialist recruitment agency that focuses on the Engineering and Construction, Mining and related sectors, and is dedicated to connecting top talent with opportunities both locally and abroad. The successful candidate will join a growing team in Cape Town and work on building and infrastructure projects, where sound structural design has a direct effect on safety, cost and buildability.
Role details
- Company: MSP Staffing (PTY) LTD
- Location: Cape Town
- Employment type: Permanent
- Salary: R33,333–R54,167 per month
- Reference: 2396378
- Applications close: December 27, 2026
Key responsibilities include designing and analysing structural systems for building and infrastructure projects; preparing structural calculations, specifications, reports and technical documentation; developing practical structural concepts and cost-effective construction solutions; coordinating structural designs with architects and other engineering consultants; conducting site inspections and assessing construction quality and compliance; identifying structural risks and resolving technical challenges during design and construction; attending project, design and site meetings; monitoring project deliverables against agreed scope, schedules and budgets; ensuring compliance with applicable SANS standards and building regulations; and providing technical guidance to technicians and draughting staff where required.
Requirements
Only the requirements stated in the original advert are listed here:
- BEng or BSc Degree in Civil Engineering, specialising in Structural Engineering.
- At least 3 years of relevant structural design experience within a consulting engineering environment.
- Experience designing reinforced concrete, structural steel, masonry, and timber structures.
- Proficiency in PROKON SUMO and all PROKON design modules.
- Working knowledge of South African building regulations, SANS standards, and relevant engineering codes.
- Ability to interpret and review architectural and engineering drawings.
- Strong technical writing, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to project sites.
- Experience conducting site inspections and attending site meetings.
Experience that will be advantageous includes residential, commercial, and industrial developments; knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, or similar drafting and BIM software; and structural assessments, renovations, and remedial works.
Where to find and apply safely
Use the Apply button on this page to reach the original Careers24 advert, and apply through the channels given there. The advert asks applicants to submit a CV to [email protected], and notes the agency’s website as https://mspstaffingza.co/. Apply only through the original advert, and be cautious of anyone who asks for payment in exchange for a job or an interview.
Practical tips
Before you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your civil engineering degree with its structural specialisation, your years of structural design experience in a consulting environment, and the materials you have designed in — reinforced concrete, structural steel, masonry and timber. Highlight your PROKON SUMO and PROKON module experience, your knowledge of SANS standards and building regulations, and examples of site inspections and site meetings you have handled, since these are all named in the advert. Mention any Revit, AutoCAD or BIM experience and any assessment, renovation or remedial work, as these count in your favour.
How the process works
Applications close on December 27, 2026. Apply through the original Careers24 advert before that date, and keep a copy of your application and the reference number 2396378 for your records. The advert states that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Important information
This post is provided for information only and is based on the original Careers24 advert. It is not the employer, and it does not guarantee employment. Always confirm the full details, including the closing date and requirements, in the original advert before you apply.
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