Project Geotechnical Design Engineer

Fehily Timoney & Company Ltd.; Dublin, Carlow, Cork; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous Professional Development

Employee Experience

Health & Wellbeing

Family Benefits

Work Life Balance

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

Fehily Timoney & Company Ltd. is seeking a Project Geotechnical Design Engineer to join our Sustainable Infrastructure group in Dublin. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering or Geology with a Masters in Geotechnical Engineering. This role involves managing site investigations, designing geotechnical projects, and collaborating with other professionals.

We offer a vibrant work environment, commitment to professional development, and diverse employee benefits including a flexible work-life balance and ongoing training resources.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology with a Masters in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Interested in working towards Chartered Engineer status.
• Experienced in the geotechnical engineering design of infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage site investigation and assessment.
• Design geotechnical engineering projects including earthworks and foundations.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance and health and safety standards.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering design

AutoCAD familiarity

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology with a Masters in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical design software

Job description

Fehily Timoney and Company (FT) is one of Ireland’s largest indigenous consultancies specialising in Sustainable Infrastructure, Circular Economy, Environment, Energy and Renewables.

FT provides design and contract management services for infrastructure projects such as roads, greenways, active travel, bridgeworks, rail, solid waste facilities, renewable energy, drainage, water and wastewater treatment facilities, airports, tunnels and gas pipelines.

FT is seeking to recruit a Project Geotechnical Design Engineer to join our Geotechnical team in our Sustainable Infrastructure group in our Cork, Carlow or Dublin offices.

The post will suit candidates with a Civil Engineering Degree or Geology Degree with a Masters in Geotechnical Engineering, keen to apply their professional skills and gain experience in a busy and dynamic civil, structural, geotechnical and environmental engineering practice.

Responsibilities

• Peat assessment and stability
• Site Investigation Management and Supervision
• Geotechnical engineering design including roads, highways, active travel and greenways earthworks, slope stability, retaining structures and structural foundations
• Planning and managing CAD documentation, working closely with CAD Technicians
• Working closely with other Engineers, Scientists and Graduates
• Attend onsite meetings with the client and other professionals
• Ensure projects are delivered to the timescales, quality and costs agreed with the client
• Ensure compliance with our Quality Assurance and Management Systems
• Ensure compliance with the relevant Health and Safety legislation

Skills / Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology with a Masters in Geotechnical Engineering
• Interested in working towards or working towards Chartered Engineer status
• Experienced in the geotechnical engineering design of Infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with AutoCAD
• Working knowledge of geotechnical design software
• Experience working in a Consulting Engineering or similar company
• Excellent communication, management, analytical and organisational skills required
• Experience working and co‑ordinating with technical specialists and engineers
• Efficient work methods, functioning both as part of team and on own initiative
• Experience organizing and delivering complex tasks involving multiple parties within a short timeframe
• The ability to adopt and work to new procedures and systems quickly
• Must be prepared to travel to site visits and client meetings
• Full Drivers Licence required

Why Join FT?

• Continuous Professional Development

  We’re passionate about helping you grow, providing resources and training opportunities for ongoing professional development and to encourage your creative thinking. Team members have 5 CPD learning days per year. FT’s commitment to CPD is recognised through our CPD Accredited Employer standard.

• Employee Experience

  When you join FT, you’re becoming part of a vibrant community – not just a workplace – where continuous learning, personal growth and development are at the core of what we do. We are committed to offering clear careers paths, goal setting support and meaningful opportunities for achievement. Beyond professional development, we also provide a diverse and enriching experience, including chances to get involved in climate action and sustainability, fundraising and volunteering. We offer sports and social events throughout the year.

• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

  In FT, we don’t just talk about equality—we live it through our vibrant culture that celebrates diversity, promotes inclusion, and prioritises your wellbeing with dedicated programs. FT is proud of our commitment and is accredited for inclusive and diverse practices.

• Family Benefits

  We view employees as individuals with full and busy lives outside of the workplace. We aim to celebrate life’s joyful moments and provide support during challenging times. That’s why we offer leave for important personal milestones such as getting married, buying a house and flexible parental leave. We also provide compassionate leave and paid sick leave when needed. In recognition of special occasions, FT offers gifts to employees celebrating their nuptials and welcoming a new baby.

• Work Life Balance

  At FT we understand that a healthy work‑life balance is essential to a positive, productive and healthy work environment. That’s why FT offers a flexible range of benefits designed to support our employees’ wellbeing including early weekend starts with shorter Fridays, hot desking in our offices, hybrid working options, flexi start system, 22 to 27 days annual leave and 4 company days per year.

• Compensation and Support

  FT offers competitive compensation packages, full support for professional membership fees, gift each year to show our appreciation for all staff contributions. Complimentary parking is available at each of our offices.

• Health & Wellbeing

  We believe that true wellbeing encompasses both physical and mental health. To support this, we offer a variety of wellbeing benefits including a health and lifestyle contribution that can be used to meet your personal and family health needs. Employees in our Dublin office can enjoy complementary gym membership, and all staff have access to flu vaccines and regular health screenings. We also offer a bike to work scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme, and access to in‑house mental health first aid team.