Project Engineer - Rail - Dublin

WSP USA; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Project Engineer to lead technical oversight for a major MetroLink infrastructure package in Ireland. You will coordinate contractor design, review submissions, manage interfaces and deliver technical assurance from design through handover.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in engineering and are or aiming for Chartered Engineer status, with a proven track record on large infrastructure schemes, including underground works and rail projects.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in an Engineering discipline is required.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership is desirable.
• Proven track record in design and/or construction of major infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in underground works including tunnelling, stations, structures, and rail projects.
• Experience in site surveys, inspections and asset condition assessments.
• Good knowledge of project controls, programme monitoring, and technical reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contractor design and construction activities for the works.
• Act as technical focal point for design and implementation matters for part of the works.
• Assist in developing processes to ensure design through construction quality.
• Manage performance and quality of Contractor design and construction, monitor progress against the programme.
• Review Contractor design submissions, interfaces, equipment and material submissions.
• Facilitate design process by managing interface details, RFIs, and technical changes.
• Monitor progress, resolve issues, and implement strategic solutions to maintain momentum.
• Lead or contribute to design review meetings, hazard and risk assessments, and maintainability reviews.
• Coordinate with Function and Interface Engineers to ensure clear, interfaced technical requirements.
• Maintain records and present contractor reports to senior management clearly.
• Review and prepare reports related to project technical issues, defects, schedules and interfaces.

Skills

Project controls

Risk assessment

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Engineering degree

Chartered Engineer or equivalent

Job description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A little more about the role…

As a Project Engineer on the MetroLink programme, you'll play a key role in delivering one of Ireland's most significant infrastructure projects. Acting as the technical lead for a section of the works, you'll oversee contractor design and construction activities, review technical submissions, coordinate interfaces, and provide technical assurance throughout the project lifecycle.

Working closely with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders, you'll help resolve complex challenges, monitor progress, support design reviews and risk assessments, and ensure the successful delivery of safe, high-quality engineering solutions from design through to construction and handover.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a hands‑on role in the delivery of one of Ireland's most transformative infrastructure projects, helping to shape a sustainable transport network that will benefit future generations.

You will:

• Oversee the activities of the Contractor related to the design and construction of the Works.
• Act as a key technical focal point for all matters relating to the design and implementation of a part of the Works.
• Assist in the development of processes and procedures to ensure consistency and quality from design through to construction and handover.
• Manage the performance and quality of the design and construction work by the Contractor and monitor the progress against the programme of works.
• Review the Contractor design Submissions, interface requirements, equipment and material Submissions.
• Facilitate the design process by managing the exchange of interface details, technical clarifications, and technical information requests (RFI), as well as handling technical changes and scope variations.
• Proactively monitor project progress, identifying and resolving issues, and implementing strategic solutions to maintain project momentum.
• Lead and/or provide input to regular meetings and/or workshops relating to the design review and technical assurance processes, constructability reviews, hazard and risk assessments, safety, and maintainability reviews.
• Work alongside the Function and Interface Engineers to ensure that technical issues are the requirements are clearly presented and interfaced by all discipline Engineers in the System design reviews.
• Maintain own records for the status of each activity under direct management. Evaluate, present and share all such information and contractor reports with the senior management of the employer and engineer of the programme in a clear and concise manner.
• Review and/or prepare various reports and other correspondence related to project technical issues, defects, schedules and interfaces.

What we are looking for you to demonstrate…

• Degree level qualification in a relevant Engineering discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards chartership) or equivalent professional accreditation.
• Proven track record in the design and/or construction of major infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in underground works, including tunnelling, underground stations, structures, and/or rail projects.
• Experienced in site surveys, inspections, and asset condition assessments.
• Good knowledge of project controls, programme monitoring, and technical reporting.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can. Apply today.

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work‑life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits programme, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work‑life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

We Are WSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.