Intermediate Civil Engineer - Life Sciences

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

Job summary

Jacobs in Ireland is seeking an Intermediate Civil Engineer to join our team and support life science projects across pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical facilities. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and execution of civil engineering solutions for pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and advanced manufacturing facilities.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-value, cutting-edge projects within the life sciences sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 3–7 years’ civil engineering experience, life sciences or advanced manufacturing preferred.
• Membership or eligibility for Engineers Ireland (MIEI or CEng preferred).

Responsibilities

• Draft and develop detailed designs for roads, drainage, SuDS, and underground utilities.
• Create 3D models and integrate them into project models.
• Provide technical support during construction, respond to RFIs, liaise with onsite teams.
• Prepare contract documents, conduct technical reviews, and approvals during construction.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards in designs and documentation.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects.
• Support project management activities, including risk assessments and progress reporting.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

3D modeling tools

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We are seeking an Intermediate Civil Engineer to join our team and support life science projects in Ireland. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and execution of civil engineering solutions for pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and advanced manufacturing facilities. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-value, cutting-edge projects within the life sciences sector.

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

Here’s 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).

Why Join Us?

• 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.

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With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs.

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