We are hiring Steel Connection Design Engineer with practical experience in structural steel connection design, particularly for projects governed by AISC standards in the US market.

Role & responsibilities

- Design and analyze structural steel connections in accordance with applicable AISC specifications and project requirements.
- Design bolted and welded connections, including shear connections, moment connections, bracing connections, beam-to-column connections, column splices, and base plates.
- Interpret structural drawings, connection details, loading information, design criteria, and project specifications.
- Evaluate connection forces and load paths; check bolts, welds, plates, stiffeners, and other components for applicable limit states.
- Prepare clear engineering calculations, design reports, and supporting documentation.
- Identify missing or conflicting information and raise technical queries when clarification is required.
- Revise designs in response to engineering comments, project changes, and client feedback.




- Coordinate with project managers, structural engineers, steel detailers, checkers, and fabrication teams to ensure practical design solutions.
- Perform self-checks and peer reviews, maintain design records and revision histories, and complete assigned packages within agreed schedules.
- Contribute to standard connection details, calculation templates, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred candidate profile

- Bachelors or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or an equivalent qualification.
- Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in structural steel connection design.
- Proficiency in IDEA StatiCa software for structural steel connection design and analysis.
- Solid working knowledge of AISC specifications and US structural steel design practices.
- Ability to coordinate with US-based clients and overlap with US working hours when required.

📌 Connection Design Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Z H Consultancy Services
📍 Chennai