About the job:
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will lead and deliver complex mechanical design projects across the Energy and Industrial sectors throughout the EMEA region. This role covers the full project lifecycle, from concept design through to client handover, with a strong focus on regulated, high-specification environments such as manufacturing, life sciences, and industrial facilities. You will also play a key role in mentoring engineers and maintaining strong client relationships.
Experience & Qualifications
* Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
* 7+ years' experience
delivering projects within
Industrial, Manufacturing, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices, Healthcare, or Commercial sectors
* Chartered Engineer status is an advantage but not essential
* Must be
based in Ireland
Key Responsibilities
* Lead mechanical services design for Energy and Industrial projects from concept through detailed design and construction support
* Deliver projects across sectors including
manufacturing, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, medical devices, life sciences, laboratories, and industrial facilities
* Design and specify mechanical building services systems suitable for
ATEX environments
, cleanrooms, laboratories, and process-led facilities
* Undertake mechanical design for HVAC, ventilation, heating, cooling, utilities, and specialist systems including
gas detection
* Ensure designs comply with
CIBSE, ASHRAE, BS, IS, and EN standards
, as well as relevant safety and regulatory requirements
* Carry out continuous design reviews and installation quality checks to ensure compliance and constructability
* Prepare detailed tender documentation, reports, technical analysis, and recommendations
* Collaborate closely with clients, architects, and multidisciplinary design teams to define project scopes and technical solutions
* Take technical ownership of projects, operating with minimal management input
* Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, reviewing outputs to ensure QA standards are met prior to issue
Technical Skills
* Strong mechanical design experience within
industrial and process-driven environments
* Proven knowledge of mechanical systems for regulated sectors, including laboratories, pharmaceutical, and food production facilities
* Working knowledge of
ATEX directives
and design considerations for hazardous environments
* Proficient in
AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam
, and Microsoft Office
* Experience with mechanical analysis or simulation software is an advantage
* Solid understanding of quality assurance processes and technical documentation
Soft Skills & Team Fit
* Confident, professional communicator with strong client-facing skills
* Proven ability to lead projects and coordinate engineering teams
* Highly organised with excellent time management skills
* Collaborative mindset with a proactive and inquisitive approach
* Keen interest in emerging technologies and best practice within the Energy and Industrial sectors
Why Join us?
At Ethos, we're dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages both
technical excellence and personal wellbeing
. As a CFD Engineer, you'll be part of a highly skilled, collaborative team that leverages innovation and simulation to shape more sustainable and efficient designs across diverse projects.
We offer:
* Flexible Fridays
and a
9-day fortnight working schedule
— enjoy every second Friday off to maintain work–life balance.
* A
state-of-the-art office in Charlemont, Dublin 2
, designed to promote collaboration, innovation, and wellbeing.
* A culture that values
flexibility, learning, and teamwork
, with clear progression pathways and support toward
professional accreditation
.
* Opportunities to work alongside some of the
most experienced engineers and CFD specialists
in the industry, within a forward-thinking, technology-driven consultancy.
Benefits:
* Flexible working times
* 20 Days holidays up to 25 days
* Pension Scheme
* Working travel out-of-pocket expenses
* Travel tax scheme or bike-to-work scheme
* Regular training/mentoring / further college support
* Support for Chartership
* Subsidised Health Insurance Allowance
* A Professional Subscription Fee paid by the company
* Paid Statutory Leaves
* Healthcare check-ups and flu vaccinations
* Gym / Fitness membership
* Bonus referral scheme
* Heavily subsidised social committee (5 a side, golf society, climbing club and regular social events)
At Ethos, we offer free Fridays every second Friday as a perk Apply today and take the first step towards a healthier work-life balance
Here at Ethos we believe in equal opportunities and that each individual can bring something 'WoW' to our organisation. So if you don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, but think you have what it takes, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.
At Ethos, our
vision
is to:*
"Be the company people want to work with, and for"***
Values
Our values differentiate and focus us every day to be
EPIC
- for our people and our customers.
Recruitment Agencies: Please do not reply to this job advert. Should Ethos require assistance with this posting you will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.