Details:
- Salary: £50,000 - 70,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Darlington County Durham
- Date: 6 days ago
Description:
Connection Designer – Structural Steel (Remote-Based)
Location: Remote (UK-based)
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Opportunity
JN Technical is recruiting on behalf of a well‑established structural steel fabricator operating across a variety of UK sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Connection Designer to join their engineerging department on a remote basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled designer who to help deliver large scale steel structures.
Role Responsibilities
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Produce safe, efficient, and compliant structural steel connection designs to Eurocodes/BS standards.
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Prepare detailed calculations, sketches, and design reports for approval.
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Collaborate with structural engineers, detailers, and fabrication teams to resolve technical queries.
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Review engineering drawings, specifications, and 3D models to determine connection requirements.
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Provide technical input during tender, design, and construction phases.
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Ensure all designs meet safety, quality, and fabrication requirements.
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Support value engineering and buildability improvements.
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Work independently while maintaining clear communication with the wider project team.
Skills & Experience Required
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Proven experience as a structural steel connection designer within a UK fabrication or consultancy environment.
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Strong working knowledge of Eurocode 3 and relevant British Standards.
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Proficiency with connection design software (e.g., IDEA StatiCa, Tekla Tedds, MasterSeries, or similar).
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Ability to interpret GA drawings, fabrication drawings, and 3D models.
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Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
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Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate remotely.
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Degree or HNC/HND in Structural or Civil Engineering preferred, though strong experience is equally valued.
What’s on Offer
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Remote working.
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Competitive salary and pension.
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Private Health Care
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Opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting steelwork projects.
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Supportive team and long‑term progression potential