Mechanical Engineer

Apple; Cork; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to own and optimize the building systems across our portfolio in Ireland. You will drive preventative maintenance, implement data analytics for operational excellence, and support CAPEX projects from design to commissioning.

You will ensure ISO 14001 and Legionella L8 compliance while managing vendor contracts and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, efficient facilities for Apple employees and customers.

Qualifications

• Experience managing mechanical building services and critical infrastructure in a commercial setting.
• Proven ability to implement preventative maintenance programs and reduce downtime.
• Knowledge of facilities health, safety, and environmental compliance practices.
• Experience overseeing maintenance contracts and quality assurance.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as day-to-day owner of mechanical building systems across the portfolio.
• Drive maintenance program improvements to minimize downtime and optimize systems.
• Lead data analytics initiatives to improve operational performance.
• Support CAPEX projects with input on mechanical design and commissioning.
• Manage turnover from CAPEX to OPEX for smooth operations transfer.
• Ensure ISO 14001 and Legionella L8 compliance with audit-ready records.
• Oversee maintenance contracts, ensuring scope, budget, and quality.
• Provide excellent service to internal Apple customers and partners.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders and vendors.
• Provide leadership updates on performance, trends, and risks.

Skills

Mechanical building services

Preventative maintenance

Data analytics

Vendor management

Communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Tools

CMMS

Building Management Systems

Job description

Summary

In Places, we don’t sit back and let things happen, we make things happen, and we do this in service to all Apple employees and customers. Our team is a diverse and nimble group that manages Apple’s retail stores, workplaces, and workplace services. We develop and manage Apple’s global real estate portfolio and lead all related capital construction projects. Additionally, we provide outstanding facilities and site services, and develop sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental impact, including commute and renewable energy programs. Above all, we do everything we can to ensure the health and safety of all Apple personnel, facilities, and customers around the world.

Description

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for our mechanical building services, critical infrastructure, driving efficiency and sustainability. You will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation of our facilities, directly impacting employee productivity and the overall Apple experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as the day-to-day owner of all mechanical building systems across our portfolio.
• Drive continuous improvement by enhancing our structured preventative maintenance program to minimize equipment downtime, leveraging system optimization.
• Lead the implementation of data analytics across the portfolio to drive operational excellence.
• Support CAPEX projects by partnering with Apple project managers to provide input on mechanical building services design, construction, and commissioning.
• Own the mechanical building services turnover process from CAPEX to OPEX to ensure a smooth transition to our operations team.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 and Legionella L8, maintaining accurate, audit-ready records, permits to work, and safety protocols, while proactively addressing regulatory feedback.
• Manage and oversee all maintenance-related contracts, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and quality standards.
• Provide outstanding customer service, enabling internal Apple customers to do their life’s best work in safe, well-maintained facilities.
• Foster and maintain excellent relationships with stakeholders and vendors.
• Provide consistent and proactive updates to leadership on operational performance, maintenance trends, and potential risks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated practical experience managing, operating, and troubleshooting commercial mechanical building services and critical infrastructure.
• Proven track record of executing preventative maintenance programs and optimizing mechanical systems to minimize equipment downtime.
• Working knowledge of facilities health, safety, and environmental compliance (such as permit to work processes, LOTO, or water quality standards).
• Experience overseeing maintenance vendors, managing service contracts, and ensuring quality standards are met.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or a related technical field.
• Experience managing compliance for ISO 14001 and Legionella L8.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp new technology, data analytics, and complex workflows.
• Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to communicate operational performance and risks to leadership.

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Role Number: 200682946-1418