Mechanical Engineer

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join the Central Engineering team of a leading international engineering and construction organisation in Dublin.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer with 7-10+ years' experience to work on large-scale and technically complex projects across the data centre, pharmaceutical, life sciences and industrial sectors.

The position offers the opportunity to work across the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction and tendering through design development, procurement, construction support and commissioning.

You will provide technical mechanical engineering expertise while working closely with clients, consultants, BIM teams, suppliers, subcontractors and construction teams.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and supporting mechanical engineering activities across all project phases.
• Reviewing mechanical and MEP designs, specifications and tender documentation.
• Identifying scope gaps, technical risks and opportunities for optimisation.
• Coordinating interfaces between engineering, BIM, procurement and construction teams.
• Leading and reviewing the design and delivery of HVAC, critical cooling, plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Supporting equipment selection, procurement packages and technical assessments.
• Evaluating supplier and subcontractor technical submissions.
• Supporting the procurement of long-lead mechanical equipment.
• Providing technical support during construction and commissioning.
• Participating in value engineering, constructability and off-site manufacturing initiatives.
• Managing RFIs, technical submittals, design records and project documentation.
• Attending client and consultant meetings and providing technical input.
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers.

We are looking for a technically strong Mechanical Engineer with a proven background in building services design and project delivery.

You should have:

• A recognised degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent NFQ Level 8 qualification.
• 7-10+ years' post-graduate experience.
• Experience within a contractor, engineering consultancy or similar environment.
• Strong experience in mechanical building services design and construction support.
• Previous experience within data centres, pharmaceutical, life sciences or industrial projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, critical cooling, plumbing and fire protection systems.
• A good understanding of building regulations, statutory requirements and industry standards.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and leading technical meetings.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with platforms such as Revit, Navisworks, ACC/BIM 360 and Bluebeam, or similar.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within demanding project programmes.

Chartered Engineer status or progression towards Chartership would be advantageous, as would previous main contractor experience, international project exposure and experience mentoring junior engineers.