Overview
We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Water design team in Kilkenny, with consideration for our Dublin office. The role provides an opportunity to work within a growing team with senior support and to develop a broad range of skills in design and project management as your career progresses. The role will equip you with essential engineering, communications and project delivery skills transferable across engineering projects.
Responsibilities
* Work within a design team including Mechanical, Civil, Electrical & Instrumentation, CP and drafting team members
* Design from conceptual phase through to project completion
* Develop Preliminary and Detailed Design reports, calculations and drawings
* Produce design drawings, mechanical plant selection and technical specifications
* Produce plant layouts (2D & 3D), technical specifications, WIMES datasheets, equipment schedules and P&IDs
* Prepare design of mechanical installations typically including municipal water and wastewater pumping stations and treatment plants
* Produce hydraulic calculations for gravity and pumped systems including pumping system analysis and pump selection
* Ensure all designs comply with relevant standards, specifications and Health & Safety regulations
* Attend progress meetings with the Water design team, clients, contractors and suppliers
* Undertake site visits for site surveys and liaison with clients, contractors and suppliers
Qualifications & Requirements
* Engineering degree (Honours bachelor’s degree or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related discipline
* 3+ years post-graduate experience
* Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office
* Familiar with AutoCAD Plant 3D modelling
* Good academic record
* Full clean driving license and own transport
* Fluent written and spoken English
* Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team
Location
The role is based in our Kilkenny office; applications for our Dublin office will also be considered.
What We Offer
* An attractive remuneration package
* Paid overtime
* Bonus scheme
* Career progression in line with published plan and educational support
* Year on year salary reviews
* Paid paternity and maternity leave
* Continuous Professional Development and pathway to Chartership
* Life assurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Hybrid and flexible working policy
* Group pension with employer contributions
* Professional certifications and pathways to become a Chartered Engineer
* Team wellbeing programmes
* Participation in ESG activities and biodiversity initiatives
* Team social outings
How to Apply
Please provide a CV with education details. A cover letter detailing why the role and location are of interest should also be included.
Seniority level
* Executive
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Design
Industries
* Utilities, Design Services, Water, Wastewater, and related sectors
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