Steelwork Connection Designer | Ayrshire and Arran

A leading structural steel contractor is seeking a Steelwork Connection Designer to work closely with structural engineers, Tekla detailers, fabrication teams, and clients to design practical and efficient connection solutions on major schemes.

Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum (DOE)

Locations:
Ayrshire, South Lanarkshire, Durham, Scarborough, West Yorkshire, Dorset

Working Arrangement:
Office-based / Hybrid (with remote options considered depending on proximity to office hubs)

• Design structural steel connections in accordance with Eurocodes and British Standards.
• Produce comprehensive connection calculations and supporting technical documentation.
• Liaise with structural engineers, clients, detailers, and fabrication teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review engineer design drawings and develop practical, highly cost-effective connection solutions.
• Support detailing teams with connection-related technical queries and design software checks.
• Ensure all connection designs are optimized for both fabrication and erection requirements.
• Work to programme deadlines while maintaining exceptional levels of technical accuracy.

• Proven experience in structural steel connection design (contractor or specialist consultancy-side).
• Strong understanding of Eurocodes, British Standards, and structural steel design principles.
• High level of proficiency using relevant design software (e.g., IDEA Stati Ca, Tekla Tedds, Master Series, or similar).
• Solid understanding of steel fabrication and erection processes on site.
• Strong communication, numerical, and problem-solving skills.

• Paid overtime opportunities (where applicable).
• Company pension scheme & comprehensive healthcare package.
• Subsidised canteen and free on-site parking at selected locations.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Ongoing professional training and development.
• Regular team-building events, awards ceremonies, and employee reward schemes.
• Clear progression path into senior / pre-construction leadership roles.

If you are interested, please submit your CV for consideration.