Structural Design Engineer

Job description:
Structural Design Engineer

We are a leading independent telecoms infrastructure company, with one of the most extensive tower portfolios across Africa and the Middle East. Our business model promotes tower infrastructure sharing and enables mobile network operators (MNOs) to deliver mobile connectivity more quickly, reliably, cost-effectively and with a lower carbon footprint. In turn, this supports the expansion and quality of mobile connectivity, driving sustainable development in our markets.

What we do

We build, acquire, lease-up and operate telecommunications towers that can accommodate and power the needs of multiple tenants. Our tenants are the major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and we serve them across nine high-growth markets (8 in Africa + Oman in the Middle East). Our purpose, mission and sustainable business strategy are underpinned by our values of integrity, partnership and excellence.

Overview

As a Structural Design Engineer, you will be specialising in the design and development of telecommunication towers and related products as well as developing tools to capture and maintain information on the equipment loads on the towers.

Location: South Africa

Role Responsibilities

As a Structural Design Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Developing comprehensive structural designs for telecommunication towers and related products that meet industry standards and regulations.
• Performing structural analysis and simulations to ensure the stability and integrity of the designs.
• Utilizing your expertise in designing foundations and concrete structures according to the guidelines of ACI 318.
• Designing new telecommunication towers and complementary products that meet the specific requirements of our clients.
• Preparing detailed technical reports, documentation, and specifications related to the design and development process.
• Utilizing AutoCAD software to create detailed technical drawings, schematics, and models of telecommunication towers.
• Ensuring that all telecommunication tower designs adhere to relevant safety codes, building regulations, and industry standards.

Role requirements

To succeed in the role, you will be/will have:

• A Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) degree in a related engineering field, with a focus in structural or mechanical engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and analysing telecommunication towers or similar steel latticed structures and their foundations.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software for creating detailed fabrication and GA drawings. Preferred software includes Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.
• A solid understanding of structural engineering principles, materials, and construction methods.

Desired Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to read, interpret and visualize drawings
• Proficiency in both French and English
• Proficiency in AutoCAD

Benefits

We want you to shine bright and feel amazing at work, all while keeping your personal life in full swing!

• Office situated in the vibrant heart of the city
• Competitive annual gross salary
• Discretionary yearly bonus
• Life Insurance

Helios Towers is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you are applying for a position in South Africa, Employment Equity targets may apply when we consider your application.