Design Engineer - Transportation

Roughan & O'Donovan; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Roughan & O'Donovan is seeking a civil engineer to join a multidisciplinary team delivering transport projects across Ireland and the UK. The role covers the full lifecycle from investigations and modelling to construction management and maintenance of transport networks.

You will contribute to projects such as Clontarf to City Centre, BusConnects Dublin, Herring Bridge in the UK, and DART+ West Essential, working within a skilled team and embracing BIM practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (Level 8 or equivalent) required.
• At least four years' post-qualification experience in design or construction of civil projects.
• Good knowledge of Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) Publications and the National Highways Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB).
• Good knowledge of the Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (DMURS); the Traffic Signs Manual; the Cycle Design Manual; and the Traffic Management Guidelines Manual.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Working knowledge of BIM (Building Information Modelling).
• Fluency/high level of proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Motivated individual with a strong work ethic.

Job description

About the role

You will join a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team who have successfully delivered transportation projects for upgraded rail lines, light railways, motorways, public transport facilities, rural roads, cycleway and pedestrian schemes across Ireland and the UK. Our team has the experience and skills to cover the full life cycle of transport assets - from initial investigations and modelling, through construction management, to the maintenance of transport networks.

Current and recent projects include:

• Clontarf to City Centre Project
• BusConnects Dublin enhancing Motorway Operations Services
• Herring Bridge, Great Yarmouth, UK
• West Clare Railway Greenway
• Renfrew Bridge, Renfrewshire, Scotland
• DART+ West Essential

A bachelor's degree in civil engineering (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent) At least four years' post-qualification experience in the design or construction of civil engineering projects Good knowledge of Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) Publications and the National Highways Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) Good knowledge of the Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (DMURS); the Traffic Signs Manual; the Cycle Design Manual; and the Traffic Management Guidelines Manual Good knowledge of construction procurement Basic knowledge of the planning application process Experience in preparing reports Experience in implementing quality procedures and records Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) Working knowledge of BIM (Building Information Modelling) Fluency/high level of proficiency in spoken and written English Ability to work in a team environment Motivated individual with a strong work ethic Desirable A master's degree in civil engineering (Level 9 in the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent) Chartered membership of a recognised professional body in the engineering sector Competency in AutoCAD Competency in the use of 3D modelling software, such as Civil 3D, OpenRoads and MX Experience in drainage design Experience in pavement design Competency in the use of traffic modelling software packages, such as Paramics, LinSig and Junctions TPBN1_IJ

About Roughan & O'Donovan

Roughan and O'Donovan (ROD) is a leading civil, environmental and structural engineering consultancy. An independently owned firm, we employ a multidisciplinary team of more than 200 people, of 20 different nationalities, in our Irish and UK offices. Our people are the heart of our business, and we invest heavily in their personal and professional development through all stages of career development. We are an Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited Employer and operate an Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) training scheme. We have well-established graduate and chartership support programmes. We offer wellness packages, flexible working and life-event supports, so whatever challenges life may bring, you can feel secure in the knowledge that you will be taken care of. We are a friendly team with an active social committee. From surfing weekends and ski events to tag rugby and cycling challenges, you'll find lots of ways to get involved.