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Senior / Principal Engineers – Water Services, Flooding & Drainage Projects, Galway
Client: RPS Group
Location: Galway, Ireland
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 60f0b52f87dc
Job Views: 11
Posted: 20.08.2025
Expiry Date: 04.10.2025
Job Description:
Senior / Principal Engineers – Water Services, Flooding & Drainage Projects
RPS is seeking applications for the position of Principal Engineer in our Galway Office. We seek experienced engineers to support and deliver high-profile projects for public and private sector clients in Ireland and beyond.
About the Role:
* Report to Line Manager / Business Unit Leader.
* Work as part of an integrated team to deliver projects on schedule.
* Conduct site inspections; prepare reports with recommendations, design calculations, drawings, estimates, and construction packs.
* Present reports at client meetings.
* Assist in delivering projects as needed.
* Provide engineering consultancy services aligned with Chartered Engineer standards.
About you:
* Level 8 degree in Civil / Environmental Engineering or related; a Level 9 Masters is advantageous.
* Chartered member of Engineers Ireland or ICE.
* At least 7 years relevant experience in water networks, wastewater systems, treatment infrastructure, flood defence infrastructure.
* Experience within Water Services or Flooding & Drainage sectors with successful project delivery.
* High technical capability and a track record in water services projects.
Key Skills/Attributes:
* Knowledge of public works construction contracts.
* Experience in detailed engineering design and civil/structural specifications.
* Experience preparing construction contract documents for water/flood infrastructure.
* Experience working with Employer-led or Contractor-led design teams.
* Proficiency in MS Office, Civil 3D, EPANET, WinDes, Infoworks, and knowledge of BIM is a plus.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
What we offer:
Opportunity to work with industry leaders in a collaborative environment. Competitive salary, benefits including holidays, pension, health screening, professional memberships, and sponsored education. Global mobility options available.
About RPS:
RPS, part of TetraTech, is a leading international consultancy with over 600 staff in Ireland and over 28,000 globally. We work on large projects, fostering local engagement and delivering sustainable solutions.
Next steps:
Our Talent Acquisition Team will contact you regarding your application. If progressed, you'll have a conversation with a recruiter and participate in a two-stage interview process. We aim to respond within seven working days.
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Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
We are dedicated to embedding diversity and inclusion into all our processes, recognizing the value of diverse talent and fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Recruitment Agencies:
We work with trusted partners via a Preferred Supplier List. Unsolicited CVs from non-listed agencies are not acknowledged. Please visit our careers page for more info.
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