Project Engineer – Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
Carlow, County Carlow, Ireland
€60000 p.a.
Mechanical Engineering
Posted 3 hours ago
Job title: Project Engineer – Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
Location: Co Carlow
Company: Established Irish Engineering Contractor delivering Mechanical & Electrical Water Infrastructure Projects
Package: €60,000 to €75,000 DOE + comprehensive package
The Company
This well-established Irish engineering contractor has earned an excellent reputation for delivering mechanical, electrical and process projects across the water and wastewater sector. Working with public utilities, local authorities and industrial clients, they manage projects from design through to commissioning across Ireland.
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint a Project Engineer to join their team in Carlow, Co Carlow. This is a varied role offering a mix of office-based engineering and regular site visits, providing excellent long-term career progression within the water industry.
The Role: Project Engineer
As Project Engineer, you will support the successful delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects from initial design through procurement, construction, commissioning and final handover.
Working closely with the Project Manager, design engineers, site teams, subcontractors and clients, you will coordinate technical information, prepare project documentation, monitor progress and ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and to the highest quality standards.
Must Have Requirements
You are an organised and proactive Project Engineer with a strong technical background and a genuine interest in delivering engineering infrastructure projects. You enjoy working between the office and site, solving technical problems and coordinating with multiple stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
You are looking to develop your career with a contractor offering long-term opportunities within the growing Irish water and utilities sector.
What's on Offer
Salary: €60,000 to €75,000 DOE
Benefits:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected engineering contractor delivering essential water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Ireland. You'll gain exposure to all aspects of project delivery while working alongside experienced engineers and project managers in a collaborative environment.
The business has a strong reputation for investing in its people and promoting from within, making this an ideal move for an ambitious Project Engineer looking to progress into project management.
How to Apply
Call Stephen Nugent on 015314345 or email stephen@breaghrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment
Breagh Recruitment specialise in recruiting Project Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers and Project Managers across Ireland's construction, utilities and water sectors. We understand the technical and commercial skills required to deliver successful water and wastewater infrastructure projects and work with some of Ireland's leading engineering contractors.
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Location: Co Carlow
Company: Established Irish Engineering Contractor delivering Mechanical & Electrical Water Infrastructure Projects
Package: €60,000 to €75,000 DOE + comprehensive package
The Company
This well-established Irish engineering contractor has earned an excellent reputation for delivering mechanical, electrical and process projects across the water and wastewater sector. Working with public utilities, local authorities and industrial clients, they manage projects from design through to commissioning across Ireland.
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint a Project Engineer to join their team in Carlow, Co Carlow. This is a varied role offering a mix of office-based engineering and regular site visits, providing excellent long-term career progression within the water industry.
The Role: Project Engineer
As Project Engineer, you will support the successful delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects from initial design through procurement, construction, commissioning and final handover.
Working closely with the Project Manager, design engineers, site teams, subcontractors and clients, you will coordinate technical information, prepare project documentation, monitor progress and ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and to the highest quality standards.
Must Have Requirements
- Must have 3+ years' experience as a Project Engineer, Mechanical Engineer or Electrical Engineer within construction or utilities.
- Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Experience working with contractors on engineering or infrastructure projects.
- Strong technical knowledge with excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Full driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites across Ireland.
- Experience within the water or wastewater industry would be highly advantageous.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD and technical drawing review.
- Experience preparing technical submissions, method statements and risk assessments.
- Knowledge of mechanical and electrical installations and commissioning activities.
- Safe Pass and Manual Handling.
- Experience using Microsoft Project or similar planning software.
- Familiarity with public works contracts or utility infrastructure projects.
- Assist in the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects from design through completion.
- Coordinate design information, technical documentation and construction drawings.
- Prepare technical submissions for client approval.
- Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations and ensure specification compliance.
- Support procurement and scheduling of materials and subcontractors.
- Monitor project progress against programme and report on key milestones.
- Assist with the preparation of method statements, risk assessments and quality documentation.
- Carry out site inspections and coordinate with site teams, subcontractors and client representatives.
- Maintain project records including document control, variation logs and safety documentation.
- Assist with commissioning activities, project handover and preparation of O&M manuals.
You are an organised and proactive Project Engineer with a strong technical background and a genuine interest in delivering engineering infrastructure projects. You enjoy working between the office and site, solving technical problems and coordinating with multiple stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
You are looking to develop your career with a contractor offering long-term opportunities within the growing Irish water and utilities sector.
What's on Offer
Salary: €60,000 to €75,000 DOE
Benefits:
- Company vehicle
- Pension
- 25 days annual leave
- Ongoing CPD and technical training
- Clear progression to Senior Project Engineer and Project Manager
- Long-term pipeline of secured water infrastructure projects
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected engineering contractor delivering essential water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Ireland. You'll gain exposure to all aspects of project delivery while working alongside experienced engineers and project managers in a collaborative environment.
The business has a strong reputation for investing in its people and promoting from within, making this an ideal move for an ambitious Project Engineer looking to progress into project management.
How to Apply
Call Stephen Nugent on 015314345 or email stephen@breaghrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment
Breagh Recruitment specialise in recruiting Project Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers and Project Managers across Ireland's construction, utilities and water sectors. We understand the technical and commercial skills required to deliver successful water and wastewater infrastructure projects and work with some of Ireland's leading engineering contractors.
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