Structural Steel Connection Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

The Structural Steel Connection Design Engineer is responsible for developing and verifying structural steel connection designs to support project delivery within the Detailing & Engineering Operations department. This role requires a proven record of designing steel structures and works closely with project managers, modelers, detailers, and engineers to ensure connection designs are compliant with relevant codes, standards, and constructability requirements. The Connection Design Engineer supports internal project teams by providing technical expertise, preparing connection calculations, and reviewing design documents to facilitate accurate and efficient detailing and modeling workflows. This position plays a key role in maintaining quality, accuracy, and alignment with project specifications throughout all phases of structural steel projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Connection Design and Engineering Support
• Develop and verify steel connection designs in accordance with project requirements, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Prepare and review connection calculations and design reports for a wide range of structural steel connections.
• Interpret structural drawings, project specifications, and engineering instructions to determine appropriate connection solutions.
• Coordinate with modelers and detailers to communicate connection design intent and resolve technical issues.
• Review and provide feedback on shop drawings and connection details to ensure compliance with engineering principles and project standards.
• Support project managers and engineers with technical analysis and problem-solving related to connection design and constructability.
• Quality Assurance and Documentation
• Ensure all connection designs meet quality, safety, and constructability requirements as outlined by codes, standards, and client expectations.
• Maintain accurate records of design calculations, engineering correspondence, and revisions.
• Participate in internal reviews of connection calculations and related submittals to support project quality objectives.
• Collaboration and Process Improvement
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to optimize connection design workflows and improve project delivery efficiency.
• Support the integration of connection design processes with modeling and detailing operations using engineering software and digital tools.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of engineering standards, templates, and best practices for connection design.

Qualifications

Key Competencies