Civil Engineer - Water

Mott MacDonald; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Pension matched up to 7%

Annual performance bonus

Life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is excited to welcome you to our OneWater Team in Dublin, where you will lead innovative projects in the water sector. This unique position requires a Civil Engineering degree and a commitment to progressing towards Chartered Engineer status.

As a vital part of our team, you'll engage in various stages of water and wastewater developments, collaborating with experts to deliver effective client solutions in a supportive hybrid work environment.

Our commitment to equality and inclusion makes Mott MacDonald a great place to grow your career.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Civil Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Working towards Chartered Engineer status is essential.
• Experience in water/wastewater specifications and design is required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake investigations and design for water and wastewater schemes.
• Work collaboratively with industry experts to deliver client solutions.
• Engage in various project stages from planning to commissioning.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork skills

Technical knowledge of water specifications

Education

Civil Engineering degree or relevant

Working towards Chartered Engineer status

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

Location: Dublin or Cork, IE

Recruiter contact: Maria Cervantes

Overview of the role

Join Our Award-Winning OneWater Team at Mott MacDonald! Are you passionate about making a difference in the water sector? Mott MacDonald’s Water Utilities Division is expanding, and we want you to be part of our dynamic and innovative team.

Why Join Us

• Exciting Projects: Work on a diverse portfolio of water sector projects and frameworks in Ireland and the UK, delivering client‑centric solutions
• Career Growth: Benefit from excellent career progression opportunities, including pathways to Chartership and beyond
• Collaborative Environment: Join a dedicated team of industry‑recognised experts, working together to deliver value to key water utility clients like Uisce Éireann, NI Water, Scottish Water, and other UK water companies
• Comprehensive Involvement: Engage in various stages of water and wastewater scheme development, from high‑level master planning to detailed design and commissioning
• Learning and Development: Take advantage of outstanding learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career
• Employee Ownership: As one of the largest wholly employee‑owned companies globally, Mott MacDonald ensures that its people benefit directly from the company’s achievements
• Our Commitment: With a proud 70‑year track record in Ireland, we have secured numerous exciting framework appointments up to 2030 and beyond. This success allows us to grow our talented pool of Water Sector Engineers in Ireland
• Your Role: As part of our agile Ireland and UK resource teams, you will undertake investigations and design across all stages of water and wastewater scheme development. You will work alongside industry experts to deliver innovative solutions for our clients

Candidate Specification

Essential Qualifications

• Civil Engineering or other relevant degree
• Working towards Chartered Engineer status (Engineers Ireland or equivalent)
• Understanding of the designer’s responsibilities under the PSDP regulations
• Working technical knowledge and track‑record of water or wastewater specifications and design standards to support project leadership and ensure technical and commercial success
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, comfortable working within a dynamic and rewarding team culture and mentoring of graduate engineers

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience of working with Uisce Éireann, NI Water, Scottish Water, United Utilities, or equivalent, and prescribed bodies
• Strong digital capability (e.g. Copilot / AI, AutoCAD, Civils 3D, GIS, SharePoint)
• Ability to travel to sites in various locations across Ireland

We welcome applications from individuals at all experience levels who believe they possess the necessary skills. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.

Accessibility

We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

Agile working

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well‑being, flexibility, and trust.

Benefits

• Flexible working
• Pension matched up to 7% of base salary
• Competitive annual leave
• An annual professional institution subscription
• Life insurance
• Income continuance
• Enhanced Paternity leave
• Annual company performance bonus scheme – Subject to company performance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Travel TaxSaver tickets
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development – we are accredited by Engineers Ireland
• Mentoring and support for career development and progression

Apply now, or for more information about our application process, click here.