BIM Lead - MEP

Tetra Tech Europe; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech Europe is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer based in Dublin, who will provide senior-level mechanical engineering expertise across projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.

The successful candidate will manage significant mechanical work packages, take ownership of major project designs, and contribute to team growth. A degree in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 7 years of experience in relevant design roles are required.

Flexible working options are available to support employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' experience in mechanical building services design.
• Proven experience in multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Experience in complex industrial or manufacturing facilities desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of mechanical design solutions.
• Prepare feasibility studies and design packages.
• Manage client relationships and project partners.

Skills

Mechanical system design

Project management

Team leadership

Multidisciplinary coordination

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

BIM software

IES thermal modelling software

Job description

Principal Mechanical Engineer

Location(s): Dublin with occasional travel to project sites and other office locations as required.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

As Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will provide senior-level mechanical engineering expertise across projects from concept through to handover. You will lead the development of mechanical design solutions, support technical decision‑making, and ensure all outputs meet relevant regulations, standards and best practice.

The role includes preparing feasibility studies incorporating EED principles, scheme design drawings and reports, detailed design packages, specifications, equipment data sheets, cost estimates, tender support, construction and commissioning/validation monitoring, and handover. You will work closely with clients, architects, project managers and internal teams to deliver high‑quality outcomes.

Your Impact in This Position

You will take ownership of significant mechanical work packages and contribute directly to the successful delivery of major projects valued from €1 million to €200 million. Your expertise will help shape robust, efficient design solutions, strengthen client relationships, and support the development of early‑career engineers. You will also have the opportunity to influence project leadership, contribute to team growth, and progress toward greater responsibility at Associate level.

Core Capabilities

Technical Expertise in Mechanical Building Services

Extensive experience in the design of mechanical systems for buildings, including heating, cooling, ventilation, public health and BMS. Strong technical judgement, with the ability to develop compliant, efficient solutions and apply Irish regulations, codes, standards and design safety principles.

Software Experience

Knowledge of thermal modelling software such as IES, mechanical design/c calculation software, and detailed calculation spreadsheets. Experience delivering projects in a BIM environment.

Multi‑Sector Experience

Proven track record in the design and coordination of mechanical building services engineering projects across commercial, industrial, infrastructure, pharmaceutical, educational, healthcare and residential sectors.

Communications & Soft Skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while maintaining high‑quality outputs. Excellent communication, organisation and problem‑solving skills, with experience working effectively in multidisciplinary teams.

Leadership and Collaboration

Ability to build strong working relationships with clients and project partners, while supporting, guiding and developing junior and early‑career engineers.

Qualifications & Experience

Expected

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent discipline
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in mechanical building services design
• Proven experience in the design and coordination of mechanical building services engineering projects within multidisciplinary teams
• Proficiency in digital design tools and standard software systems
• Experience in complex industrial or manufacturing facilities desirable

Beneficial

• Chartered Engineer status, or evidence of progress towards chartership

Working Environment

This role is based in Dublin, within a wider team operating across Dublin, Cork and Galway. Flexible and part-time working options are available, with working patterns agreed collaboratively between employees and line managers to support wellbeing and performance. Reasonable adjustments can be made to support candidates and employees where needed.

Equality & Accessibility

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day‑to‑day role.