Design Lead, Mechanical Engineering – Water & Wastewater Innovation

Veolia Group; Leinster; Hybrid; EUR 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia Group in Kilkenny, Ireland, is seeking a Design Lead (Mechanical Engineering) to spearhead the Mechanical Design Team across the island of Ireland. The role centers on leading multidisciplinary projects, delivering innovative and sustainable water and wastewater treatment solutions, and mentoring the next generation of engineers.

You will report to the Mechanical Design Manager and be responsible for guiding design delivery, ensuring quality, compliance with standards, and effective

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in design engineering, ideally in Water industry.
• Proven leadership of design teams and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary design teams across Ireland for water and wastewater projects.
• Manage full design lifecycle from concept to handover, ensuring technical excellence.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary design outputs to meet client, budget, and programme needs.
• Act as primary client contact to foster strong relationships and project outcomes.
• Review and approve mechanical layouts, equipment specs, and P&IDs; mentor engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical design

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Mechanical Engineering (Level 8/9)

Tools

Modeling software

Calculation software

Job description

Veolia Group in Kilkenny, Ireland, is seeking a Design Lead (Mechanical Engineering) to spearhead the Mechanical Design Team across the island of Ireland. The role centers on leading multidisciplinary projects, delivering innovative and sustainable water and wastewater treatment solutions, and mentoring the next generation of engineers.

You will report to the Mechanical Design Manager and be responsible for guiding design delivery, ensuring quality, compliance with standards, and effective