Fehily Timoney and Company (FT) is one of Ireland's largest indigenous consultancies specialising in Sustainable Infrastructure, Circular Economy, Environment, Energy and Renewables.
FT provides design and contract management services for infrastructure projects such as roads, greenways, active travel, bridgeworks, rail, solid waste facilities, renewable energy, drainage, water and wastewater treatment facilities, airports, tunnels and gas pipelines.
FT is seeking to recruit a
Project Geotechnical Design Engineer
to join our
Geotechnical
team in our
Sustainable Infrastructure
group in our Cork, Carlow or Dublin offices.
The post will suit candidates with a Civil Engineering Degree or Geology Degree with a Masters in Geotechnical Engineering, keen to apply their professional skills and gain experience in a busy and dynamic civil, structural, geotechnical and environmental engineering practice.
Responsibilities
Peat assessment and stability
Site Investigation Management and Supervision
Geotechnical engineering design including roads, highways, active travel and greenways earthworks, slope stability, retaining structures and structural foundations
Planning and managing CAD documentation, working closely with CAD Technicians
Working closely with other Engineers, Scientists and Graduates
Attend onsite meetings with the client and other professionals
Ensure projects are delivered to the timescales, quality and costs agreed with the client
Ensure compliance with our Quality Assurance and Management Systems
Ensure compliance with the relevant Health and Safety legislation
Skills / Qualifications
Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology with a Masters in Geotechnical Engineering
Interested in working towards or working towards Chartered Engineer status
Experienced in the geotechnical engineering design of Infrastructure projects
Familiarity with AutoCAD
Working knowledge of geotechnical design software
Experience working in a Consulting Engineering or similar company
Excellent communication, management, analytical and organisational skills required
Experience working and co-ordinating with technical specialists and engineers
Efficient work methods, functioning both as part of team and on own initiative
Experience organizing and delivering complex tasks involving multiple parties within a short timeframe
The ability to adopt and work to new procedures and systems quickly
Must be prepared to travel to site visits and client meetings
Full Drivers Licence required
Why Join FT?
Continuous Professional Development
We're passionate about helping you grow, providing resources and training opportunities for ongoing professional development and to encourage your creative thinking.
Team members have 5 CPD learning days per year.
FT's commitment to CPD is recognised through our CPD Accredited Employer standard.
Employee Experience
When you join FT, you're becoming part of a vibrant community – not just a workplace – where continuous learning, personal growth and development are at the core of what we do.
We are committed to offering clear careers paths, goal setting support and meaningful opportunities for achievement.
Beyond professional development, we also provide a diverse and enriching experience, including chances to get involved in climate action and sustainability, fundraising and volunteering.
We offer sports and social events throughout the year.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
In FT, we don't just talk about equality—we live it through our vibrant culture that celebrates diversity, promotes inclusion, and prioritises your wellbeing with dedicated programs.
FT is proud of our commitment and is accredited for inclusive and diverse practices.
Family Benefits
We view employees as individuals with full and busy lives outside of the workplace.
We aim to celebrate life's joyful moments and provide support during challenging times.
That's why we offer leave for important personal milestones such as getting married, buying a house and flexible parental leave.
We also provide compassionate leave and paid sick leave when needed.
In recognition of special occasions, FT offers gifts to employees celebrating their nuptials and welcoming a new baby.
Work Life Balance
At FT we understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential to a positive, productive and healthy work environment.
That's why FT offers a flexible range of benefits designed to support our employees' wellbeing including early weekend starts with shorter Fridays, hot desking in our offices, hybrid working options, flexi start system, 22 to 27 days annual leave and 4 company days per year.
Compensation and Support
FT offers competitive compensation packages, full support for professional membership fees, gift each year to show our appreciation for all staff contributions.
Complimentary parking is available at each of our offices.
Health & Wellbeing
We believe that true wellbeing encompasses both physical and mental health.
To support this, we offer a variety of wellbeing benefits including a health and lifestyle contribution that can be used to meet your personal and family health needs.
Employees in our Dublin office can enjoy complementary gym membership, and all staff have access to flu vaccines and regular health screenings.
We also offer a bike to work scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme, and access to in-house mental health first aid team.
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