THE ROLE
A leading international engineering consultancy is seeking a
Principal Mechanical Engineer
to join its expanding Dublin team.
This is a senior leadership role focused on delivering technically complex projects, driving innovation in mechanical design, and mentoring high-performing engineering teams.
You will take ownership of mechanical design delivery across major projects, acting as a key client interface while ensuring best-in-class engineering standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead mechanical design delivery from concept through to completion across multiple sectors
Act as technical authority across HVAC, public health, and energy systems
Manage and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams
Oversee design quality, compliance, and technical standards
Engage directly with clients, stakeholders, and project partners
Manage project budgets, programmes, and resource allocation
Support business development, including bids and tenders
Drive sustainable and energy-efficient design solutions
KEY PROJECTS
You will play a key role in delivering a range of high-profile developments, including:
Large-scale data centre campus
– cooling strategy, HVAC systems, and energy optimisation for mission-critical environments
Major commercial office development
– low-carbon, high-performance mechanical design aligned with sustainability targets
Pharmaceutical / life sciences facility
– complex HVAC and cleanroom design with strict regulatory compliance
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
8–12+ years' experience within building services / data centre / life sciences / commercial sectors
Proven experience operating at Senior or Principal Engineer level
Strong background in HVAC, heating/cooling systems, and public health design
Experience delivering projects across the full design lifecycle
Chartership (or working towards) highly desirable
Experience with relevant design and modelling tools (e.g., IES, Hevacomp, Revit/BIM)
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent client-facing and communication ability
Commercial awareness and delivery focus
Ability to manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously
High level of technical expertise and attention to detail
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability
SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary:
€85,000 – €105,000 (depending on experience)
Performance-related bonus
Pension contribution
Private healthcare
Hybrid and flexible working
Generous annual leave with service increases
Professional development and chartership support
Opportunity to work on landmark, high-impact projects
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