Engineering Intern

Veolia; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VHI cover for staff

Pension scheme

Education assistance

Job summary

Veolia Ireland is hiring Engineering Interns for its Kilkenny-based Technical and EICA division. You will work on projects related to WasteWater and Fresh Water Treatment Plants under supervision from senior staff.

As an intern, you will develop core engineering skills, support design and project activities, and gain hands‑on experience while learning Veolia procedures and health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Studying a Mechanical Engineering Degree.
• Ability to work on own initiative and coordinate design/site activities.
• IT skills including Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Self-motivated with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing detailed designs.
• Preparation of drawings using CAD & REVIT with BIM emphasis.
• Assist with design submissions with support from Design Engineers.
• Liaise with M&E, Civil & Structural Designers and the client.

Skills

Own initiative

Coordinate design/site activities

MS Word/Excel/Project/PowerPoint

Organisational skills

Self-motivated

Communication & writing

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree (or pursuing)

Tools

MS Office

CAD/REVIT (intro)

Job description

Background

Veolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy.

• We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance.

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It’s why we’re looking for someone who’s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

Intern - Engineer

Location: Kilkenny

Hybrid/Onsite: Onsite

Working Pattern (Time/Hours): Monday-Friday, 8.30am-5.30pm

Overview of the role

We are seeking to recruit Engineering Interns to join our busy Technical and EICA division based in Kilkenny.

As part of our Technical or EICA division, you will be working on a number of engineering activities on a specific project or multiple projects dependent on capacity, size and complexity. Projects will include working on a variety of projects related to WasteWater Treatment Plants and Fresh Water Treatment Plants. The day to day roles will vary depending on the scope of the projects and you will be supported by a Design or Project Manager.

As a dynamic and progressive company, we encourage our employees to be ambitious and forward thinking so if you are seeking continued growth and have a drive to progress within an organisation Veolia Ireland can offer you career enhancement opportunities and the learning and development supports to achieve your goals.

Design

• Assist in developing detailed designs
• Preparation of drawings using CAD & REVIT with emphasis on BIM
• Preparation of design submissions with support from the Design Engineers/Senior Design Engineers
• Liaising with M&E Designers, Civil & Structural Designers and the client
• Pipework & Valeve Take-offs
• Procurement Specifications

Project

• Support Project Engineers and Project Managers in the delivery of assigned projects while developing core engineering skills.
• Build and develop my understanding of contract requirements and client specifications.
• Assist with client and client representative communications under the guidance and supervision of senior staff.
• Communicate and collaborate with a multi-disciplined engineering team throughout design and delivery stages of assigned projects.
• Support design activities, equipment selection and procurement processes, gaining hands‑on experience along the way.
• Learn to organise and coordinate design activities while maintaining H&S standards in line with Veolia requirements.
• Assist in monitoring project progress against budgets and timelines, developing my commercial awareness.
• Learn and apply company procedures related to contract execution.
• Safety and Compliance: Support the planning and management of construction activities while learning the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental management, including H&S audits, incident investigations, and construction‑phase plan compliance.
• Assist in coordinating site activities, supporting the setting of persons to work to VMR standards, and learning how plant equipment inspection processes are managed.
• Assist in reviewing third‑party methodologies (RAMS/SSOW) and support the management of subcontractor performance, quality logs, and defect resolution.
• Maintain familiarity with project documentation and assist the site team and project manager with progress reporting, including weekly 3‑week look‑ahead reports for the client.
• Develop an understanding of commercial project management, dispute resolution, and PSCS duties carried out on site.

Required skills for this role

• Studying a Mechanical Engineering Degree
• Ability to work on own initiative and effectively manage & coordinate design /site activities
• IT skills such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Power Point
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Self‑motivated
• Strong communication and writing skills

Please note

If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland.

If you are a non‑EU/EEA national , you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland.

Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits ,work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.