Project Engineer - Energy Efficiency & Decarbonisation Projects

Cpl; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Cpl is seeking a Project Engineer (Energy & Sustainability) in Ireland to lead delivery of energy efficiency and decarbonisation initiatives for industrial clients. The role combines design, site work, and client collaboration in a hybrid setup, with a clear path to professional growth.

You will advance mechanical and electrical systems, analyse data to verify improvements, and contribute to continuous improvement across projects.

Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, Process, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 2-4 years' engineering experience, ideally within industrial, manufacturing, utilities, energy, or sustainability-focused environments.
• Experience supporting the delivery of technical engineering projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience using AutoCAD or similar engineering design software.
• Knowledge of energy management systems, ISO 50001, energy auditing, or decarbonisation programmes would be advantageous.
• A full clean driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites as required.
• An interest in pursuing professional accreditation or Chartered Engineer status.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering project work packages from concept and design through to installation and commissioning.
• Carry out technical assessments of industrial energy systems, including steam, compressed air, refrigeration, HVAC, and CHP systems.
• Support the design and optimisation of mechanical and electrical systems using engineering software and design tools.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including technical specifications, drawings, commissioning plans, and safety documentation.
• Participate in client meetings, site assessments, energy audits, and project progress reviews.
• Assist with contractor management, procurement activities, and supplier engagement.
• Monitor project performance and analyse operational data to validate energy and efficiency improvements.
• Ensure all activities are completed in accordance with relevant health and safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

AutoCAD

Energy management

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder communication

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical / Electrical / Energy / Process / Building Services)

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

Project Engineer (Energy & Sustainability)

Location: Ireland (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent

The Opportunity

Our client is a leading engineering and sustainability consultancy delivering energy efficiency, utility optimisation, and decarbonisation projects across the industrial and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Project Engineer to join their expanding team. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer to take ownership of project delivery, work directly with industrial clients, and contribute to the development of innovative energy solutions. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the design, implementation, and optimisation of energy and utility infrastructure projects while helping clients achieve their sustainability, operational, and cost-reduction objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering project work packages from concept and design through to installation and commissioning.
• Carry out technical assessments of industrial energy systems, including steam, compressed air, refrigeration, HVAC, and CHP systems.
• Support the design and optimisation of mechanical and electrical systems using engineering software and design tools.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including technical specifications, drawings, commissioning plans, and safety documentation.
• Participate in client meetings, site assessments, energy audits, and project progress reviews.
• Assist with contractor management, procurement activities, and supplier engagement.
• Monitor project performance and analyse operational data to validate energy and efficiency improvements.
• Ensure all activities are completed in accordance with relevant health and safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, Process, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 2-4 years' engineering experience, ideally within industrial, manufacturing, utilities, energy, or sustainability-focused environments.
• Experience supporting the delivery of technical engineering projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience using AutoCAD or similar engineering design software.
• Knowledge of energy management systems, ISO 50001, energy auditing, or decarbonisation programmes would be advantageous.
• A full clean driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites as required.
• An interest in pursuing professional accreditation or Chartered Engineer status.

What's On Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-impact sustainability and energy efficiency projects.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of industrial and manufacturing clients.
• Strong career development and progression opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.