Structural Engineer / Connection Design Engineer
Job Title: Structural Steel Engineer (Remote)
📍 Location: Remote (UK-based)
💰 Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum (DOE)
🏗 Sector: Structural Steel | Fabrication | Construction Engineering
About the Company
We are partnering with a leading structural steel fabricator delivering high-quality steel solutions across major UK commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
With a strong reputation for precision engineering, efficient fabrication, and innovative delivery, the business continues to grow its engineering capability. As part of this expansion, they are seeking an experienced Structural Steel Engineer to join their team in a fully remote capacity, supporting projects from design through to fabrication and installation.
About the Role
As a Structural Steel Engineer, you will take technical responsibility for the design, coordination, and detailing of structural steelwork projects. Working closely with design, workshop, and site teams, you will ensure all steel designs are practical, cost-effective, and fabrication-ready.
This is a remote role, giving you flexibility while remaining closely connected to project delivery teams across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support the design of structural steelwork for fabrication and construction projects
Produce and review steel connection designs, calculations, and detailing packages
Ensure compliance with Eurocodes, British Standards, and project specifications
Liaise with fabricators, detailers, and site teams to ensure buildable and efficient designs
Review GA drawings, fabrication drawings, and workshop information
Support value engineering and identify cost-effective design solutions
Provide technical input during pre-construction and live project phases
Coordinate with project managers, designers, and external consultants
Conduct technical reviews and resolve engineering queries from site and fabrication teams
What We're Looking For
3-5+ years' experience in structural steel engineering (fabrication-focused preferred)
Strong understanding of steel structures, connection design, and fabrication processes
Experience working with Eurocodes and UK construction standards
Proficiency with structural design/detailing software (e.g. Tekla Structures, Tekla Structural Designer, Robot, or similar)
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of buildability and cost efficiency
Ability to work independently in a remote environment
Excellent communication skills for coordinating across multiple teams
What's On Offer
Salary up to £80,000 depending on experience
Fully remote working with flexibility and autonomy
Opportunity to work with a leading UK steel fabricator on major projects
Strong pipeline of secured work across commercial and industrial sectors
Career progression within a growing engineering team
Supportive, collaborative environment with exposure to full project lifecycle
Interested?
If you're a Structural Steel Engineer looking for a fully remote opportunity within a leading fabrication business, we'd love to hear from you.
Please get in touch with Sharon O'Donnell for more information