Graduate Engineer

flynn Ireland; Dublin, Limerick, Cork; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life assurance

Healthcare

Car allowance

Competitive remuneration package

Job summary

Flynn Ireland is offering a 12-month Graduate Engineer Programme to learn on live construction projects across Ireland, the UK and Europe. You’ll gain practical site experience, receive mentoring, and build confidence and technical skills while contributing to project delivery.

We support you with experienced colleagues and structured feedback to guide your development as a professional engineer in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Recent or upcoming graduate with a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• Curious and motivated with interest in on-site work and problem-solving.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive approach to learning and taking ownership of work.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support setting out activities and learn surveying equipment usage.
• Assist site teams by interpreting drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Record site progress and key information clearly.
• Support quality, safety and documentation processes on site.
• Develop strong working relationships with colleagues and subcontractors.
• Take direction, ask questions and contribute to project delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Civil Engineering / Construction Management degree

Related discipline

Job description

Graduate Engineer

Start your engineering career with Flynn through a structured 12-month Graduate Engineer Programme where you will learn on live, high-profile construction projects across Ireland, the UK and Europe. From day one, you will gain practical site experience, receive mentoring from experienced engineers, and get regular feedback to help you build confidence, technical skills and a long-term career in a supportive team environment.

As a graduate at Flynn, you will not be expected to know everything on day one. We are looking for people who are eager to learn, ask questions and get involved. You will be supported by experienced colleagues as you develop your technical knowledge, understand how projects are delivered, and grow into a confident engineer.

Reporting to: Site Engineer / Senior Engineer

Why join Flynn?

• Work on high-profile projects with leading clients in sectors such as data centres, life sciences, aviation, logistics and advanced manufacturing.
• Learn directly from experienced site, engineering and project teams, working alongside strong leaders who will guide and support your development.
• Build practical engineering, technical and commercial skills through real project experience.
• Receive structured support, regular feedback and opportunities to develop within the business.

What you will do

• Support setting out activities and learn how to use surveying equipment accurately and confidently.
• Assist site teams by interpreting drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Record site progress, daily activities and key information clearly and accurately.
• Support quality, safety and documentation processes on site.
• Develop strong working relationships with colleagues, subcontractors and project teams.
• Take direction, ask questions and contribute positively to the delivery of successful projects.

What you will learn

• Health and safety on live construction projects.
• Quality systems, site documentation, drawings and technical records.
• Setting out, surveying equipment, tolerances and site measurement.
• Materials, procurement, plant, equipment and subcontractor coordination.
• Commercial awareness and how good planning, accuracy and teamwork contribute to project success.

Who we are looking for

• A recent or upcoming graduate with a third-level qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Structural Engineering or a related discipline, or someone due to complete one of these qualifications shortly.
• A curious and motivated person who enjoys problem-solving, being on site, working with others and learning through practical experience.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to ask questions and share information clearly.
• A proactive approach to learning, development and taking ownership of your work.
• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.

What we offer

Flynn offers a competitive remuneration package including basic salary, pension and life assurance, healthcare, and a car allowance.

You will also benefit from our 12-month Graduate Programme, which combines practical site experience, technical learning, mentoring, regular check-ins and clear development goals. With support from experienced colleagues, you will build confidence, capability and a strong understanding of how construction projects are planned, managed and delivered.

If you are ready to begin your engineering career, learn from experienced teams and contribute to challenging, high-profile projects, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Flynn is an equal opportunities employer

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