Engineer. Civil, Structural , Architectural.

Jones Engineering; Cork; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Continuous Professional Development

Support for further training

Job summary

Jones Engineering is seeking a Civil Engineer focused on Transmission & Distribution in Cork. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement and execute projects, ensuring alignment with design specifications. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and 3-5 years of related experience with renewable energy projects.

The role offers exposure to various engineering aspects while promoting professional development and work-life balance. Join us in contributing to a sustainable future!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the construction of renewable energy projects with onsite involvement.
• Minimum 3-5 years in a similar site-based construction role.
• Strong electrical engineering knowledge base.

Responsibilities

• Reporting project progress, risks, and issues to the Project Manager.
• Analysing supplier/sub-contractor information for alignment with design specifications.
• Reviewing technical drawings and project specifications.

Skills

Project management

Technical drawing interpretation

Renewable energy project experience

Leadership and mentoring

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Location: Cork

Company Description

We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.

Job Description

As a Civil Engineer, with a focus on Transmission & Distribution, you will play a pivotal role in project implementation and execution. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and industry experts to deliver the completion of projects. Your responsibilities will include conducting technical assessments, preparing reports, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring project milestones are achieved.

This role will provide exposure to a wide range of expertise relating to the civil engineering, electrical engineering and construction sector. The successful candidate will be supported in developing their knowledge on a pathway to becoming a Chartered Engineer as their knowledge and responsibilities grow and evolve.

Your Responsibilities will include:

• Reporting to the Project Manager on project progress, risk, and issues.
• Analyse supplier / sub-contractor information for alignment with design specifications.
• Review and understand technical drawings and project specifications.
• Design reviews, validate equipment and systems.
• Work closely with electrical designers to ensure civil aspects meet electrical equipment requirements.
• Complete technical submittals, RFIs, reports and trackers.
• Analysis of all design documentation and identification of any scope gaps.
• Coordinate, direct and audit civil engineering sub-contractors.
• Assist with the Production of Civil & Structural drawings using 2D and 3D software, and input to BIM requirements on relevant projects as required.
• Assistance with Tendering.
• Review quality on site – walking down systems to ensure compliance with project team.

Skills and Requirements

To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills and qualifications:

• A degree in Civil Engineering.
• Proven experience in the construction and delivery of renewable energy projects, including wind and solar developments. This must include onsite involvement with 38kV, 110kV, and 220kV medium-voltage substations, battery energy storage systems (BESS), grid connections including ground works, cut / fill excavations, road openings, and utility coordination.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a similar site-based construction role is essential.
• Excellent delegation and organisational skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor a cross‑functional team essential.
• Ability to work and collaborate with the wider project team essential.
• Strong electrical engineering knowledge base.
• Strong communications skills, both written and oral required.

We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our company values work‑life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles.