Civil Design Engineer (Construction / Building)

Egis Group; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

Professional development & chartership

Job summary

Egis Group in Cork is seeking a motivated Civil Design Engineer to join our Development Infrastructure team, contributing to residential and commercial projects across Ireland. You will work with senior engineers to plan, design and deliver infrastructure while expanding technical skills.

You will bring strong drainage and infrastructure design experience and be proficient in Civil 3D and AutoCAD, with a willingness to collaborate with project teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' relevant civil engineering experience.
• Experience in foul and surface water drainage design.
• Experience in watermain design.
• Experience using MicroDrainage or equivalent drainage modelling software.
• Strong working knowledge of Civil 3D.
• High level of competency in AutoCAD.
• Experience working to Uisce Éireann design and construction standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare civil engineering designs for residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.
• Design foul water, surface water and watermain infrastructure networks.
• Produce drainage strategies, calculations and technical drawings.
• Prepare design reports, specifications and supporting documentation.
• Support planning, tender and construction-stage project activities.
• Develop detailed designs using Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
• Undertake drainage network modelling using MicroDrainage or similar software.
• Produce high-quality engineering drawings and BIM-compatible outputs.
• Maintain drawing and design quality standards.
• Support Senior Engineers and Project Managers in the delivery of projects.
• Attend client meetings, design team workshops and site visits.
• Liaise with local authorities, Uisce Éireann and other project stakeholders.
• Assist with construction-phase queries and technical support activities.

Skills

Civil Design

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Drainage design

Communication

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

Job description

Civil Design Engineer (Development Infrastructure)

We are proud to take an active part in shaping Ireland’s future. To work with the government, clients and communities to plan, build and sustain infrastructure that will advance and enhance the Irish way of life.

The Egis team have been active in Ireland since 1959, evolving and expanding over time into a company that offers an end-to-end service; planning, designing and operating smart cities, active travel systems, water and energy infrastructure, buildings and structures.

In 2023 JB Barry and Partners was welcomed into Egis, bringing our award-winning team to almost 600 members across 16 offices nationwide. Our Team includes designers, engineers, surveyors, project managers, technologists, geo-technical and environmental teams, asset and maintenance managers and quantity surveyors all working together

We work in partnership with public sector clients and private companies both at home and internationally, and we are committed to supporting the government in realising their climate, infrastructural and societal goals as part of Project Ireland 2040

Our key areas of expertise in Structural Design include:

• Smart cities
• Large Scale Residential and Commercial Buildings
• Water & Wastewater

Our key areas of expertise in Civil Engineering include:

• Rail & Urban transit
• Active travel
• Roads and bridges
• Water & Wastewater
• Smart cities
• Energy
• Consulting and Operations

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Civil Design Engineer to join our Cork-based Development Infrastructure team.

Working alongside our senior engineers and project teams, you will contribute to the planning, design and delivery of residential and commercial development projects across Ireland. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to further develop their technical expertise while working on high-profile projects with leading private sector clients.

The successful candidate will bring strong drainage and infrastructure design experience together with proficiency in Civil 3D and AutoCAD.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Technical Delivery

• Prepare civil engineering designs for residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.
• Design foul water, surface water and watermain infrastructure networks.
• Produce drainage strategies, calculations and technical drawings.
• Prepare design reports, specifications and supporting documentation.
• Support planning, tender and construction-stage project activities.

Software & Digital Delivery

• Develop detailed designs using Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
• Undertake drainage network modelling using MicroDrainage or similar software.
• Produce high-quality engineering drawings and BIM-compatible outputs where required.
• Maintain drawing and design quality standards.

Project Support

• Support Senior Engineers and Project Managers in the delivery of projects.
• Attend client meetings, design team workshops and site visits.
• Liaise with local authorities, Uisce Éireann and other project stakeholders.
• Assist with construction-phase queries and technical support activities.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' relevant civil engineering experience.
• Experience in foul and surface water drainage design.
• Experience in watermain design.
• Experience using MicroDrainage or equivalent drainage modelling software.
• Strong working knowledge of Civil 3D.
• High level of competency in AutoCAD.
• Experience working to Uisce Éireann design and construction standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Full driving licence and availability to attend client offices and sites throughout the Cork region.

Desirable Experience

• Experience within the Irish residential development market.
• Knowledge of planning and development infrastructure processes.
• Experience with 3D modelling software and BIM environments.
• Experience working as part of multidisciplinary design teams.

Key Competencies

• Strong technical design capability.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive and solution-focused approach.
• Ability to manage multiple project priorities.

What’s in It for You?

• An exciting new growth role in a fast‑organic growingbusiness, offering clear and accelerated career progression.
• Top Employers 2025 -Egis recognised across four continents for excellence in HR practices, having been awardedthe prestigious Top Employer 2025 certification.Top Employers Institute is the global authority on recognising excellence in people practices.
• A global leader in green infrastructure - we’re proud to lead the way in sustainable infrastructure, mobility and energy, innovating across the entire value chain and every aspect of the built environment.
• Highly competitive reward package
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Professional development, chartership support & global mobility
• Supportive, inclusive culture driven by sustainability and long‑term community impact

Ready to Lead?

Join Egis and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable water infrastructure.

We are committed to our planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We at EGIS are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone’s contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected.