Careers at Sutherland

An exciting opportunity exists for a dynamic Design Engineer to be part of our Mechanical team in Granger Bay, Cape Town.

What we are looking for:

• BEng / BTech (Mechanical)
• 3 – 5 years experience
• Exposure to Revit Software
• Building services industry experience*
• Exposure to rational fire design advantageous
• Able to conduct site inspections
• Ability to attend meetings
• Liaise with the professional team
• Strong communication skills
• Team player
• Proficient in Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel)

*Building structures include large retail shopping centres, Commercial office buildings with deep basements, High-rise apartment buildings, Housing township developments and single residential luxury homes, Industrial distribution centres and Factories.

What we offer:

• Salary commensurate with relevant experience

How to Apply:

If you meet the above requirements, please email your CV to careers@sutherlandengineers.com  

An exciting opportunity exists for a dynamic Graduate Engineer to be part of our Electrical team in Granger Bay, Cape Town.

What we are looking for:

• BSc (Eng.) / BEng degree or B.Tech/ Advanced Diploma in Electrical engineering
• 1 – 2 years experience
• Exposure to Revit Software
• Strong communication skills
• Team player
• Proficient in Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel)

*You will be required to work on a variety projects such as Electrical and electronic engineering design of large commercial, retail, industrial and multi-residential buildings, including MV/LV installations, Generator, UPS, PV, lighting and small power, access control, CCTV and data networks design using the latest software.

What we offer:

• Salary commensurate with relevant experience

How to Apply:

If you meet the above requirements, please email your CV to careers@sutherlandengineers.com  

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for fire safety and engineering innovation? We’re looking for a motivated and dynamic Graduate Fire Engineer to join our team and help us create safer environments for the future!

What we are looking for:

• Mechanical BEng / BSc(Eng) graduate preferred
• Interest in post graduate studying in fire engineering
• Strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
• A collaborative spirit, eagerness to learn, and a commitment to safety and innovation

What we offer:

• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• Professional development and training
• Opportunity for sponsorship of M.Eng (Fire) studies part time at Stellenbosch University while gaining work experience (2026 onwards)
• Competitive salary commensurate with relevant experience
• A collaborative, multi-disciplinary company of mechanical, electrical, structural, civil and façade engineers

• Assist in designing fire safety systems
• Participate in fire modelling and simulations using internationally accredited software.
• Conduct fire risk assessments and contribute to safety strategies
• Analyse building plans and ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and codes.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and project teams to provide fire engineering solutions
• Work on multiple projects including large retail shopping centres, Commercial office buildings , High-rise apartments, Hotels, Housing developments and single residential luxury homes, Industrial distribution centres and Factories both nationally and internationally

How to Apply:

Send your CV to careers@sutherlandengineers.com, please include “Graduate Fire Engineer Application” in the subject line.