Design Engineer - Water
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Design Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our water design department, you will be responsible for designing surface water drainage systems, foul sewer and water main networks.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering and experience working with AutoCAD 2D and site modeling software packages.
Key Responsibilities
* Liaise with clients to deliver designs
* Review documents and designs prepared by graduate engineers
* Complete designs and drawings for site development works
* Design surface water drainage systems including determining runoff rates and sizing soakaways and attenuation tanks
* Design foul sewer and water main networks for developments in accordance with the Irish Water Codes of Practice
* Prepare designers' assessments of risk for all designs
* Assist project managers in the preparation of tender documents and tender assessments
* Administer construction contracts to ensure design requirements are met
Required Skills and Qualifications
Essential:
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Competent understanding of drainage design principles and Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems
* Proficient in the use of AutoCAD 2D and site modeling software packages
Desirable:
* Working knowledge of relevant software packages such as Microsoft Project and GIS software packages like ArcGIS and MapInfo
Benefits
This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects and to develop your skills and expertise in water design.
Others
Please note that this is a challenging but rewarding role that requires a high level of technical competence and excellent communication skills.