Mechanical Engineer

BMD & Co Ltd; Cork; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Company Pension Scheme

21 days holiday (increasing with serve

24/7 Digital Doctor

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Employee Assistance Programme

Tuition Support

Employee Referral Scheme

Sports and Social Club

Services Awards

Job summary

BMD & Co Ltd in Cork is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the construction team with delivering mechanical systems per project specs, standards, and regulatory requirements. You will plan, coordinate, and provide technical oversight to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality execution, on time and within budget, with seamless handover to the client.

Responsibilities include safety compliance, liaising with workshops, preparing RAMS, RFIs, BOQs, coordinating installation of piping, HVAC

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years relevant mechanical engineering experience.
• Proficient in NavisWorks or equivalent.
• MSIC certification desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support to the construction team.
• Plan, coordinate and oversee mechanical works to meet project requirements.
• Review designs/drawings for constructability and compliance; raise RFIs as needed.
• Prepare BOQs, material requisitions, and manage on-site materials.
• Attend client, subcontractor and internal meetings to provide mechanical input.
• Coordinate with QA/QC and HS&E to ensure standards compliance.

Skills

Strong communicator

Diligent

Team player

Hard working

Education

Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering

MSIC certification desirable

Tools

NavisWorks

Job description

The Role - Mechanical Engineer

The role of Mechanical Engineer is to provide mechanical engineering support to the construction team to ensure the effective delivery of mechanical systems in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. The role involves the planning, coordination, and technical oversight of mechanical works to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution delivered on time, within budget, and without incidents, while ensuring full system functionality and seamless handover to the client.

Typical Tasks

• Ensure all mechanical works are carried out safely in accordance with industry, site, and client-specific safety requirements, including conducting site walkdowns, preparing RAMS/Method Statements, and liaising with client representatives.
• Resolve all mechanical-related enquiries and technical clarifications (RFIs) in a timely and efficient manner.
• Liaise with fabrication workshops on piping and equipment prefabrication, coordinating priorities, inspection and testing requirements, and associated documentation.
• Coordinate and oversee installation of mechanical systems including piping, HVAC, and process equipment to meet project requirements for cost, schedule, and quality.
• Prepare and generate mechanical work scope documentation, including technical specifications for subcontract packages such as HVAC, insulation, scaffolding, painting, and cleanroom systems.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs), raise material requisitions, plan deliveries, and manage materials on-site to support construction activities.
• Attend client, subcontractor, and internal project meetings as required to provide mechanical engineering input.
• Coordinate with resource managers for site personnel mobilization/demobilization, including inductions and maintenance of associated records.
• Review mechanical designs and drawings to ensure constructability and compliance, raising RFIs and tracking technical queries as required.
• Carry out site surveys and work closely with foremen and supervisors to resolve mechanical installation issues and ensure correct implementation.
• Monitor and record labour hours, maintain site diaries, support pricing of minor works, and manage project variations/change requests.
• Work closely with Quantity Surveyors on cost control, including pricing variations, reworks, and progress reporting, ensuring works align with technical specifications and design intent.
• Plan, prepare, and review testing and commissioning documentation in line with the Project Quality Plan and relevant standards (e.g., pressure testing, HVAC commissioning).
• Support the Construction Manager in project reporting, providing updates on mechanical progress and technical issues.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, drawings, and records within internal systems and document management platforms.
• Prepare and coordinate mechanical handover packages, including as-built drawings, test certification, and O&M manuals.
• Liaise with QA/QC personnel to ensure all mechanical works comply with project specifications, codes, and industry standards.
• Prepare and manage snag lists, ensuring timely close-out of mechanical defects.
• Report monthly EHS statistics and ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards.
• Inspect all mechanical works, including subcontractor activities, for quality, safety, and compliance.
• Conduct final site walkdowns with clients to achieve system acceptance and project completion.
• Prepare and review technical documentation relating to subcontracted mechanical works.
• Ensure adherence to project quality plans, procedures, and internal company standards.

Person Specification

Education, Training & Experience

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Construction or equivalent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proficient in the use of NavisWorks or equivalent packages.
• Completion of Management of Safety in Construction (MSIC) – desirable.
• Minimum 2 years relevant work placement experience as mechanical engineer required.
• Experience in process industry piping fabrication, installation and testing.

Competencies

• Strong communicator, written and verbal.
• Diligent, with a high level of attention to detail, and sets a high standard of quality for themselves and others.
• Personable, and a team player.
• Hard working and able to work in a fast paced work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Company Pension Scheme
• 21 days holiday (increasing with service)
• 24/7 Digital Doctor
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Review and Development Opportunities
• Paid Tuition Support
• Attractive Employee Referral Scheme
• Sports and Social Club
• Services Awards

BMD is an equal opportunity employer.