Civil Design Engineer

Coffey; Maynooth; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Coffey in Maynooth is looking for a skilled Civil Engineer to join their dynamic team. This hybrid role involves delivering civil engineering projects across Ireland while collaborating with multidisciplinary design teams on innovative solutions.

The ideal candidate should have a Level 8 degree in Civil Engineering, with at least 3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include producing CAD models, preparing technical reports, and ensuring compliance with BIM standards.

Coffey values excellence and continuous improvement, making this a great opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in civil engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven experience preparing civil infrastructure drawings.
• Ability to work independently while demonstrating accountability.

Responsibilities

• Support senior design engineers in delivering civil engineering designs.
• Produce accurate 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings.
• Prepare construction-ready plans and detailed drawings.

Skills

Civil engineering design principles

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

A Level 8 Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

About The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated Civil Engineer to join our fast-growing engineering team. This role plays a key part in delivering complex civil engineering projects across Ireland, contributing to Coffey’s commitment to Excellence, Innovation and Integrity in everything we do. This is a Hybrid role based in Maynooth.

At Coffey, our people are at the heart of our success. We work collaboratively to deliver high-quality infrastructure projects that make a positive impact in the communities we serve. Guided by our values Do The Right Thing, Do It Better, Do It Together, we offer a supportive environment where continuous improvement and professional growth are encouraged.

The Role

As a Civil Engineer you will work alongside a multidisciplinary design team to develop accurate and detailed engineering designs and drawings in support of the Design Department. You will contribute to projects that reflect Coffey’s commitment to safe, innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior design engineers in delivering civil engineering infrastructure designs, including water, wastewater, roads, and concrete structures.
• Produce accurate 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Prepare construction-ready plans, layouts, sections, setting-out information and detailed drawings.
• Apply sound understanding of civil engineering design principles while seeking opportunities to innovate and improve.
• Ensure all models and documentation comply with company BIM standards, protocols, and procedures.
• Maintain drawing registers and manage drawing revisions with accuracy.
• Participate actively in design reviews, contributing positively to a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Assist in preparing technical design reports and supporting documentation.

About You

Required Skills:

• A Level 8 Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven experience preparing civil infrastructure drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• A practical, open-minded, hands‑on approach and a desire to deliver work right the first time.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Ability to work independently while demonstrating accountability.

About Us

Coffey is a family‑owned water infrastructure and civil engineering specialist established in 1974. We are passionate about safety and have been delivering critical infrastructure projects on time and within budget for nearly 50 years. The hallmarks of our contracts are innovative solutions, engineering ingenuity, professional construction management and adherence to the highest safety and quality standards.