Steel Connection Design Engineer

Structural Steel Connection Engineer -

Are you an experienced Structural Steel Connection Engineer looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact? We are partnering with a well-established and growing structural steel organization seeking a motivated engineer to lead connection design efforts on a wide variety of commercial, industrial, and institutional projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially stable company that values innovation, invests in its employees, and offers significant opportunities for career advancement. You'll work alongside an experienced team while playing a key role in developing and expanding the engineering department.

Responsibilities

• Design structural steel connections in accordance with AISC, AWS, OSHA, IBC, and applicable project specifications.
• Perform engineering calculations for bolted, welded, moment, brace, truss, stair, and miscellaneous steel connections.
• Develop safe, economical, and fabrication-friendly connection designs.
• Collaborate with project managers, detailers, fabricators, and engineers of record throughout the life of each project.
• Review shop drawings, RFIs, and engineering documentation for accuracy and constructability.
• Provide technical support to fabrication and field teams to resolve engineering challenges.
• Maintain accurate calculation packages and uphold high quality standards.
• Contribute to process improvements and help shape the future growth of the engineering department.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• 3+ years of structural steel connection design experience.
• Strong understanding of AISC, AWS D1.1, IBC, and OSHA standards.
• Experience with connection design software such as IDEA StatiCa, RAM Connection, SDS/2, Tekla, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Preferred:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain.
• Willingness to pursue licensure in multiple states.
• Experience with delegated connection design and seismic connections.
• Familiarity with BIM workflows and steel detailing software.

What We're Looking For

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A collaborative mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and budgets.
• Passion for continuous improvement and helping build a best-in-class engineering team.

Compensation & Benefits

• $130,000 - $175,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• PE licensing support
• Long-term career growth with leadership advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to help build and expand the engineering department
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with a strong project pipeline

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.