Mechanical Engineer

Sigmar Recruitment; South Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and deliver mechanical building services for major Dublin projects from concept to handover. You’ll work with senior engineers and cross-disciplinary teams to ensure integrated, compliant designs.

The role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering, at least three years of building services experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit and BIM tools. A collaborative, detail-focused professional will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in mechanical building services design.
• Experience with HVAC, heating, ventilation, water services and drainage systems.
• Strong knowledge of Irish Building Regulations and standards.
• Experience using AutoCAD, Revit, IES, Hevacomp or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Designing mechanical building services, including HVAC, ventilation, heating, cooling, water services and drainage systems.
• Performing heating and cooling load calculations, equipment selections and system sizing.
• Producing mechanical specifications, technical reports, schedules and design documentation.
• Reviewing and coordinating mechanical drawings and BIM models.
• Collaborating with electrical, structural and civil teams for integrated designs.
• Attending client, design-team and project coordination meetings.
• Liaising with architects, contractors, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Reviewing submittals and responding to RFIs and design queries.
• Carrying out site inspections to monitor installation quality and compliance with the design.
• Supporting projects through construction, commissioning and handover phases.
• Ensuring designs comply with Irish Building Regulations and client requirements.

Skills

HVAC design

BIM coordination

AutoCAD

Revit

Coordination

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

IES

Hevacomp

Job description

Your New Employer

Your new employer is a well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality building services solutions across Ireland.

Based in Dublin, you will join an experienced engineering team working on major projects across the commercial, residential, healthcare, education, industrial and public sectors. The company offers a collaborative working environment with strong opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Your New Role

As Mechanical Engineer, you will be involved in the design and delivery of mechanical building services projects from initial concept through to construction and handover.

Working alongside senior engineers, technicians and other engineering disciplines, your responsibilities will include:

• Designing mechanical building services, including HVAC, ventilation, heating, cooling, water services and drainage systems.
• Completing heating and cooling load calculations, equipment selections and system sizing.
• Producing mechanical specifications, technical reports, schedules and design documentation.
• Reviewing and coordinating mechanical drawings and BIM models.
• Working closely with electrical, structural and civil engineering teams to produce coordinated designs.
• Attending client, design-team and project coordination meetings.
• Liaising with architects, contractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
• Reviewing technical submittals and responding to RFIs and design queries.
• Carrying out site inspections to monitor installation quality and compliance with the design.
• Supporting projects throughout the construction, commissioning and handover stages.
• Ensuring designs comply with Irish Building Regulations, relevant standards and client requirements.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least three years’ experience in mechanical building services design.
• Experience designing HVAC, heating, ventilation, water services and drainage systems.
• Strong knowledge of Irish Building Regulations and relevant mechanical engineering standards.
• Experience using software such as AutoCAD, Revit, IES, Hevacomp or similar design packages.
• The ability to produce calculations, specifications, schedules and technical reports.
• Previous experience working within an engineering consultancy would be highly advantageous.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• The ability to manage technical responsibilities across multiple projects.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and project delivery.

What You'll Get in Return

You will receive a competitive salary and benefits package along with the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of high-profile engineering projects.

You will benefit from structured career development, support towards professional chartership and the opportunity to learn from experienced engineers within a respected multidisciplinary consultancy. The position also offers long-term progression and the chance to take on increasing technical and project responsibilities as your experience develops.