Technical Project Engineer
Vibrant Recruits Ltd
Are you a Heat Pump, Commissioning, Refrigeration or HVAC Engineer looking for your next career move?
This is an exciting opportunity for a technically minded engineer to join a growing engineering business delivering large-scale commercial projects across Ireland.
Whether you are currently working as a Project Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, Heat Pump Engineer, Refrigeration Engineer, or looking to transition from hands-on engineering into a more technical project-focused role, this opportunity offers excellent career development and progression.
As a Technical Project Engineer, you will use your engineering knowledge and practical experience to support the successful delivery of complex commercial projects, working closely with customers, contractors and internal teams to ensure installations meet the required standards.
Why join?
This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious and growing business where you will become a key member of the team.
The company specialises in delivering innovative engineering solutions for commercial and industrial clients and is expanding its operations in Ireland.
You will join at an exciting stage of growth, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact, help shape processes and develop your career within a supportive technical environment.
This role would suit an experienced engineer who wants to move away from being purely hands-on and into a role where they can provide technical guidance, influence projects and develop towards senior engineering or project management positions.
The Role – Technical Project Engineer
As a Project Engineer, you will support the technical delivery of commercial engineering projects from design through to completion.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Carrying out site visits to assess installations and provide technical feedback.
• Reviewing engineering drawings and ensuring designs are practical and achievable.
• Checking completed works against drawings, specifications and agreed requirements.
• Working with contractors and subcontractors to resolve technical issues and recommend solutions.
• Ensuring equipment, valves, pumps and systems are installed correctly.
• Supporting technical documentation, project meetings and quality processes.
• Working closely with project management and engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery.
About You
We are looking for a proactive and technically confident engineer who enjoys problem-solving and working with people.
This role would suit candidates from backgrounds including:
• Refrigeration Engineering
• HVAC Engineering
• Heat Pump Engineering
• Commissioning Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Building Services
• Technical Engineering
• Project Engineering
You may already be working as a Project Engineer, or you may be an experienced engineer looking for the next step in your career.
A formal degree is not essential — practical industry experience, technical understanding and the ability to confidently assess engineering solutions are highly valued.
You will ideally have:
• Experience working within a technical engineering environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills and engineering judgement.
• Confidence communicating with contractors, customers and colleagues.
• A proactive approach and willingness to get involved in a growing business.
A Great Opportunity For:
• A Commissioning Engineer looking to move off the tools.
• A Refrigeration Engineer wanting more technical responsibility.
• A Heat Pump Engineer looking for career progression.
• A Junior Project Engineer looking to develop into a senior role.
• An experienced engineer wanting a pathway into Project Management.
Career Progression
This Project Engineer role offers genuine opportunities to develop your career.
Depending on your experience and ambitions, progression routes could include:
• Senior Project Engineer
• Technical Manager
• Project Manager
• Design / Engineering Management roles
The business is looking for driven individuals who want to be part of its continued growth and are excited by the opportunity to contribute beyond their initial role.
What’s on offer?
• Salary: €55,000 – €85,000 depending on experience
• Location: North Dublin
• Hybrid working available (with stronger office presence initially)
• 37.5 hours per week with flexible start times
• Regular travel throughout Ireland, with occasional UK/European travel
• 25 days annual leave
• Pension contribution (matched up to 8% after probation)
• Healthcare scheme
If you are a technically minded engineer looking for a role where you can use your experience, influence projects and build a long-term career, this Project Engineer opportunity could be the perfect next step. Apply today for a confidential discussion.
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