Steel Designer

Our client, a steel fabrication company serving the food and beverage, life science, industrial and data centre sectors, is seeking a Steelwork Designer to join their growing team in Kilkenny. This is a permanent, on-site role with travel to client sites as required. You will design and detail secondary steelwork, platforms, stair cores, pipe bridges and other steel solutions, working closely with production and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings for stainless and mild steel platforms, stairs, modular frames and supports.
• Generate accurate manufacturing drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and connection details.
• Ensure designs meet customer requirements for quality, access and maintenance.
• Liaise with the structural engineer to ensure designs meet all structural requirements for sign-off.
• Ensure designs are BIM-compatible for coordination and clash detection with existing plant equipment.
• Chair design reviews with customers and other key stakeholders.
• Carry out site surveys to measure existing conditions and ensure accurate design integration.
• Work with the production floor and workshop to resolve design queries and ensure practical, efficient fabrication.
• Ensure all designs comply with Eurocode 3, Irish Building Regulations and ISO 14122.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Structural or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 4 years design experience within stainless steel, mild steel or metal fabrication.
• Proficiency in Tekla Structures.
• Solid understanding of fabrication processes, including laser cutting, folding, bending and welding.
• Proven ability to work with production teams, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership skills to take responsibility for design packages and own the process.

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For more information or to apply directly email jamie.homan@sonastechnical.com or apply directly on Indeed.

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