What's the role?
We’re looking for a motivated Structural Connections Engineer to grow and thrive within our dedicated Manchester team. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in delivering technical support for structural connection requirements and also contributing to design services through evaluation reports.
You’ll be responsible for providing first-line technical responses to our diverse customer portfolio, while being supported in preparing structured and high-quality deliverables.
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with an engineering background who are looking to build a long-term career in a dynamic, creative, and supportive environment—where your contributions are valued and continuous learning is encouraged.
Who is Hilti?
At Hilti, we are a passionate global team committed to making construction better. As a trusted partner for productivity, safety, and sustainability, we provide our customers innovative solutions that impact the buildings, roads, and infrastructure people rely on every day.
Hilti is where individuals grow lasting careers by exploring possibilities, maximizing their potential, owning their development, and making a real difference every day
What does the role involve?
As a Structural Connections Engineer, your key responsibilities will include:
- Managing inbound structural connection enquiries from customers across the country.
- Providing accurate and comprehensive technical advice to both field colleagues and customers.
- Recognising when to escalate complex cases to a Senior Engineer, while maintaining curiosity and engagement in their progression.
- Identifying opportunities and logging them in SuccessFactors, our CRM system.
93% of our people say they’re proud to work for Hilti, thanks to the quality of our products and the way we look after our people.
What do we offer?
At Hilti you will part of something special – a place where you can grow, surrounded by colleagues who support you, and where your results will be recognised and rewarded.
- Extensive onboarding and training process.
- 33 days holiday (inc. Bank Holidays) plus paid days off for great moments in life - your birthday, moving home, getting married and moments where you may need more support – fertility treatment, neonatal birth, home emergency day.
- Opportunity to buy additional leave days each year.
- Private healthcare, life insurance and wellbeing support.
- 6% pension contribution.
What you need is:
- A degree in a related subject such as Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Foundational understanding of construction methods, structural connections, and engineering terminology.
- Willingness to learn and develop proficiency in design software tools.
- Strong attention to detail, with an organized and methodical approach to work.
- Clear and professional technical English skills for documentation and communication.
- Commitment to following structured processes and archiving standards.
- A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm to grow into Engineer II responsibilities.
- Eligibility to work in the UK—please note that due to minimum salary thresholds, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Who should apply?
We have an excellent mix of people who developed their skills and knowledge. Success at Hilti is down to teamwork and ability, no matter what your industry background.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Hilti, we celebrate the unique perspectives and contributions of every team member—regardless of sex, gender identity, expression, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or family status.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to thrive. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.
Hilti is where your best belongs. We are an equal opportunity employer and value the contributions of all our team members regardless of sex, gender identity/expression, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion or family status.
