Job Title: Lead Mechanical Engineer
Join us in this exciting opportunity to lead our MEICA Engineering Design team and support the delivery of high-profile projects. As a seasoned mechanical engineer, you will be central to our water, gas, and energy team, assisting in the delivery of projects for key public and private sector clients in Ireland and further afield.
As a leader in the field, you will oversee the MEICA Design team, ensuring the timely and effective delivery of projects and programmes of work. This includes attending or leading design review meetings, mentoring and developing staff, solving problems, and developing design solutions.
The successful candidate will have a strong track record of delivering high-quality engineering services, with a minimum of 20 years' experience in the design/delivery of MEICA design services ideally in the water, gas, and power industry.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the MEICA Design team to support the delivery of projects and programmes of work
* Attend or lead design review meetings taking into account client specifications, contractual obligations, and any other client requirements
* Mentor and develop staff from graduate level through to senior design engineers
* Solve problems and develop design solutions, playing a central role in designing necessary mechanical equipment for power and process control
* Produce design deliverables, such as specifications, drawings, data sheets, and schedules, in accordance with contract requirements
* Ensure design risk assessments and design solutions consider innovation/value engineering for best value, as well as safety, cost, and time constraints
* Participate in Client project kick-off, technical, and steering meetings
* Attend/chair site progress, commissioning, and handover meetings
* Attend/chair HAZID and HAZOP workshops
* Continuously develop your skills and stay up-to-date with the latest technologies, best practices, and innovations within the water and utility industry
* Ensure all design activities comply with the requirements of the company's Integrated Management Systems and procedures
* Identify opportunities for improvement
* Provide guidance and advice to site, construction, and remote delivery teams at all stages
* Report to Line Manager/Business Unit Leader
* Work as part of an integrated team to deliver high-quality engineering services for our clients
* You will be expected to work on the delivery of multiple projects concurrently
* Provide technical input to our cross-sector multidisciplinary internal project teams
* Prepare technical reports and effectively communicate outputs to our clients
* Further develop and broaden the technical capacity of the MEICA team
Requirements:
* Have a Level 8 degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
* A postgraduate Level 9 Masters would be advantageous
* Be a Chartered Engineer with a professional body such as Engineers Ireland
* Be project-focused, proactive, and independent, and able to provide a supporting project management role
* Have a proven ability to deliver projects and tasks to a high quality, on time, and within budget
* Have a minimum of 20 years' relevant experience in the design/delivery of MEICA design services ideally in the water, gas, and power industry
* Be able to produce high-quality reports, presentations, and deliverables to clearly communicate complex issues, demonstrate logical analysis, and provide robust justification for design decisions and statements made
* Have a proven track record of design delivery
* Have analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to diagnose problems and identify and recommend solutions
* Have the ability to lead and motivate
* Have the ability to plan, manage, and prioritize your own workload
* Specialist technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and ICA design
* Specialist technical knowledge of water and wastewater treatment design
* Specialist technical knowledge of water and wastewater pipeline and pumping station design, including surge analysis
* Participate and/or lead HAZID and HAZOP processes
* Participate and/or lead site and factory testing and commissioning processes
* Competence in the economic appraisal of projects and plans
* Experience of using CBA and MCA techniques would be beneficial
* Competence in technical team development and the application of best-practice principles and concepts to engineer innovative solutions for clients
* Competence in collaborating on multi-disciplinary projects with engineering, planning, and environmental professionals
* Aptitude to work independently to support effective and timely delivery of projects
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with clients, suppliers, and colleagues
* Diligent, professional, and organized approach to work delivery
* Proficiency in relevant engineering design packages
* Excellent IT skills, familiar with relevant computer applications; MS Office
Why Choose Us?
We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard. Our employees are empowered to take ownership of their careers, with a personal development plan and transparent career pathway. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in their growth and development to ensure they have the skills and confidence to succeed.
What We Offer:
* Choice of work flexibility
* Accredited training provider
* Personal development plan and transparent career pathway
* Support for career growth and development
* Agile offices and hybrid working
* Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects
* Collaborative and supportive work environment
* Professional development and training opportunities
* Competitive salary and benefits package
How to Apply:
Join our community of experts who share our passion for solving complex problems. If you are a motivated and experienced mechanical engineer looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.