Permanent Senior Engineer – Marine Structural | AECOM Vacancies
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AECOM Vacancies – Senior Engineer – Marine Structural
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Company: AECOM
Job Type: Permanent
Job Sector: Engineering
Company Description
AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities team is seeking a Senior Engineer – Marine Structural to join our team in Umhlanga, Durban.
About Enterprise Capabilities
Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is central to AECOM’s Think and Act Globally strategy and digital transformation. Serving as AECOM’s hub for workshare, EC collaborates with regional and Global Business Line project teams to deliver technical expertise, accelerate project timelines, and maintain our competitive edge in the industry.
With a global workforce of over 3,000 professionals across nine countries and a network of Remote technical experts, EC provides specialized services to bridge capability gaps, support resourcing needs, and overcome technical challenges on projects of all scales.
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Job Description
We are hiring a Senior Engineer – Marine Structural to lead the design and evaluation of coastal and offshore structures, including wharves, jetties, breakwaters, floating structures, and caissons. This role involves structural analysis under demanding marine conditions—wave, current, berthing, and seismic forces—as well as close collaboration with geotechnical, coastal, and marine engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead structural design for marine infrastructure using recognized codes (e.g., BS, Eurocode, API, PIANC).
- Conduct static and dynamic structural analysis, including wave and berthing impact assessments.
- Assess corrosion protection, fatigue performance, and detailing for marine environments.
- Coordinate with geotechnical teams on foundation design (piles, caissons, gravity-based structures).
- Prepare technical reports, specifications, and construction documentation.
- Support tendering processes, fabrication reviews, and construction-phase technical queries.
- Develop and enforce quality assurance protocols for marine structural designs.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership on complex marine projects.
- Collaborate with environmental specialists to integrate sustainability into designs.
- Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for marine structures.
- Engage with clients to present technical solutions and recommendations.
- Stay updated on industry advancements and emerging marine engineering technologies.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience in marine structural engineering.
- Professional registration with ECSA as Pr.Eng. for at least 3 years.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structural), with preference for M.Eng or MSc.Eng.
Additional Information
At AECOM, we provide the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. Our Freedom to Grow philosophy emphasizes flexibility and work-life balance, enabling our team to thrive. Hybrid employees are required to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.
About AECOM
AECOM offers an extensive benefits package tailored to employee needs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement savings, paid time off, employee stock purchase plans, and more.
As the global leader in infrastructure, AECOM delivers sustainable and resilient solutions across water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. With $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024 revenue, we partner with clients worldwide to transform communities through innovation. Learn more at aecom.com.
Why AECOM?
Join a global team that champions your growth and career aspirations. Work on transformative projects—from local initiatives to international megaprojects—backed by cutting-edge technology and a network of industry experts. Our award-winning training programs expand your technical and leadership skills, helping you build the career you envision. At AECOM, you’ll find an inclusive workplace built on collaboration, respect, and community, where your potential is unlimited.
AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, gender, religion, or background. Your application will remain confidential per EEO guidelines.
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