Overview
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Location
Location: Dublin/Galway/Cork/Castlebar
What you will do
You will be part of our Graduate cohort in 2026, delivering solutions for clients across water, wastewater, energy and environmental management projects. You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team, working with experienced professionals who are eager to mentor and guide you. You’ll have the opportunity to work on high-profile projects, from the planning and design phases to on-site implementation, gaining hands-on experience to fast-track your career.
About You
At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. We would love to receive your application if you are:
* Qualified, or soon to be qualified, with a third-level degree qualification (level 7 or higher in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Mechanical Engineering.
* An adapter: you’re able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic tasks.
* A Perseverer: you stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
* A Collaborator: you have strong communication skills and work effectively with many people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
* A Problem-Solver: you like to base your thoughts on what you see and are unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.
Driver’s licence would be a distinct advantage as some site visits may be required.
What We Can Offer You
* A competitive salary
* A great range of benefits, including private medical insurance and life assurance
* A great working environment with many social events throughout the year
* Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
* Professional progression plan, supporting you to gain professional chartership
* A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group
Most importantly, you'll be part of a global team that tackles some of the world's most pressing infrastructure challenges, contributing to projects that make a real difference.
Applicants must have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland for an indefinite period.
About Stantec
Ryan Hanley, now part of Stantec, is a great career move. Based in Dublin, Galway, Castlebar and Cork, we are actively recruiting for team players with experience in water and wastewater treatment process and network design, integrated network management, structural design, site development, road and bridge engineering, project management and administration. You'll be working for a dynamic company with an excellent reputation in the industry. Ryan Hanley, now part of Stantec, offers a great working environment amongst friendly professionals with an emphasis on teamwork. It’s a company where your ideas and opinions will be valued and your efforts recognised and rewarded. We have been awarded the silver Investors in Diversity accreditation by the Irish Centre for Diversity for our commitment to quality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Industries
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