Project Design Engineer

Arcadis; Leixlip; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Project Engineer (Design) to join our semiconductor team based out of the Citywest office. The successful candidate will support the PM in managing design delivery on multiple multidiscipline projects at our client site in Leixlip, Kildare.

Hybrid arrangement with 2 days remote and 3 days in Citywest or on site in Leixlip, depending on project needs. You will contribute to feasibility studies, long-range planning, concept design, detailed engineering and construction

Qualifications

• 5 years project experience (ideally design related)
• 3rd level degree in a relevant engineering discipline
• Structured and process-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
• Proactive and self-driven with strong accountability for delivering assigned tasks
• Collaborative team player with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of design for capital projects safely, on budget and to schedule
• Collaborate with the design team to develop & implement appropriate project execution strategy
• Plan, execute and track the progress of projects through the design phases from inception to handover
• Build effective communication between the team, clients and stakeholders
• Execute the day-to-day running of design development ensuring alignment between disciplines and milestones.
• Coordinate project workflows, schedules, and deliverables across multiple disciplines.
• Maintain and update project trackers, action registers, progress logs and schedules.
• Complete planning sessions and support schedule development and updates.
• Ownership of project meetings and workshops including preparation and distribution of action trackers
• Ensure follow-up on actions and timely close-out of tasks
• Monitor compliance to applicable practices policies, processes and procedures.
• Drive project issues to closure, work proactively with the design team and contractors to develop solutions.
• Lead site walks with the design team and contractors including managing RFIs and Submittals

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Self-driven

Accountability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Arcadis is the world’s leading company in sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy for natural and built assets. With over 36,000 professionals across 70+ countries, we are united in our mission to improve quality of life and solve the world’s most complex challenges.

Position Summary

We currently have an opportunity for a Project Engineer (Design) to join our semi-conductor team based out of the Citywest office. The successful candidate will support the PM in managing all aspects of design delivery on numerous multidiscipline projects at our client site in Leixlip Kildare. Hybrid arrangement, 2 days remote, 3 days either in the office in Citywest or on the site in Leixlip dependent on project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of design for capital projects safely, on budget and to schedule
• Collaborate with the design team to develop & implement appropriate project execution strategy
• Plan, execute and track the progress of projects through the design phases from inception to handover
• Build effective communication between the team, clients and stakeholders
• Execute the day-to-day running of design development ensuring alignment between disciplines and milestones.
• Coordinate project workflows, schedules, and deliverables across multiple disciplines.
• Maintain and update project trackers, action registers, progress logs and schedules.
• Complete planning sessions and support schedule development and updates.
• Ownership of project meetings and workshops including preparation and distribution of action trackers
• Ensure follow-up on actions and timely close-out of tasks
• Monitor compliance to applicable practices policies, processes and procedures.
• Drive project issues to closure, work proactively with the design team and contractors to develop solutions.
• Lead site walks with the design team and contractors including managing RFIs and Submittals

Qualifications

• 5 years project experience (ideally design related) with a 3rd level degree in a relevant engineering discipline
• Good understanding of engineering principles, concepts, industry practices and standards
• Structured and process-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
• Proactive and self-driven with strong accountability for delivering assigned tasks
• Collaborative team player with good communication skills.

This role involves working as part of a multi‑discipline, highly collaborative engineering team delivering process design for semiconductor manufacturing, data centres, and other advanced technology facilities. You will contribute to feasibility studies, long‑range planning, concept design, detailed engineering, and construction support for some of the most complex and specialised facilities being built today.

The ideal candidate is a self‑driven engineer with strong communication skills, excellent technical judgement, and a passion for delivering high‑quality process design in a fast‑paced environment. You will play a key role in developing process solutions, coordinating with other disciplines, and ensuring technical excellence across project deliverables.

Why Join Arcadis?

At Arcadis, we empower individuals to excel because your contributions matter. Taking a skills‑based approach, we provide opportunities for you to shape your career, maximise your impact, and grow professionally.

By joining us, you’ll engage in meaningful work that drives sustainable solutions for a better planet while leaving a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Through our six ED&I workstreams—Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+, and Race—we fosterinnovation by bringing together diverse perspectives. Together, we strive to improve quality of life while building a more inclusive future.