Intermediate Civil Engineer - Life Sciences

Jacobs; Cork; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Disability confident employer

Job summary

Jacobs in Ireland is seeking a skilled Civil Engineer to join a dynamic team on life sciences and advanced manufacturing projects. You will draft detailed designs, develop 3D models, and support construction with RFIs and on-site coordination.

The role emphasizes collaboration with structural, environmental, and mechanical engineers while ensuring compliance with relevant standards and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 3-7 years of civil engineering experience, preferably in life sciences or advanced manufacturing sectors.
• Strong understanding of drainage design, road layouts and underground utilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Membership or eligibility for Engineers Ireland (MIEI or CEng preferred).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior civil engineers to draft and develop detailed designs, including road layouts, drainage systems, SuDS systems, and underground utilities.
• Utilize design tools to create 3D models of proposed works, integrating them into comprehensive project models.
• Provide technical support during construction phases, including responding to RFIs and liaising with onsite teams.
• Contribute to the preparation of contract documents, technical reviews, and approvals during construction phases.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards in all designs and documentation.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Support project management activities, including risk assessments, stakeholder engagement, and progress reporting.

Skills

3-7 years experience

Drainage design

Road layouts

Underground utilities

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior civil engineers to draft and develop detailed designs, including road layouts, drainage systems, SuDS systems, and underground utilities
• Utilize design tools to create 3D models of proposed works, integrating them into comprehensive project models
• Provide technical support during construction phases, including responding to RFIs and liaising with onsite teams
• Contribute to the preparation of contract documents, technical reviews, and approvals during construction phases
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards in all designs and documentation
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including structural, environmental, and mechanical engineers, to ensure seamless project delivery
• Support project management activities, including risk assessments, stakeholder engagement, and progress reporting

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 3-7 years of experience in civil engineering, preferably within the life sciences or advanced manufacturing sectors.
• Strong understanding of drainage design, road layouts, and underground utilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Membership or eligibility for membership with Engineers Ireland (MIEI or CEng preferred).

Preferred Experience

• Experience with industrial or biopharmaceutical manufacturing facilities preferred.
• Knowledge of SuDS systems and sustainable drainage practices.

Location

Ireland (specific project locations may vary).

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on innovative projects in the life sciences sector
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.