ROD Graduate Rotation Programme 2027, Dublin

Uniting Holding; Dublin; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Roughan and O’Donovan is offering a RO D Graduate Rotation Programme in Dublin for aspiring engineers. The role supports engineers on various projects and provides exposure to design, reporting and site activities.

Selected graduates will contribute to project briefs, maintain safety standards and work within a multidisciplinary team, developing professional engineering competencies in a permanent, full-time setting.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil, structural or environmental engineering (Level 8 NFQ).
• Interest in the practical application of engineering principles.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support project engineers and technicians on assigned projects.
• Assist design, reporting, contract documentation and checking tasks.
• Support senior staff in day-to-day activities and site supervision.
• Attend site and monitor activities while promoting system adherence.
• Uphold company standards and safety requirements on projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

English proficiency

Education

Civil / Structural / Environmental engineering degree

Job description

ROD Graduate Rotation Programme 2027, Dublin

Join our graduate rotation programme and gain the experience you need to become a well-rounded, professional engineer

Job type:Permanent

Location: Sandyford, D.18 and Woodford, D.17

Salary:Competitive

Closing Date:16/10/2026

Role responsibilities

• Support project engineers and project technicians on assigned projects, fulfilling the project brief in an efficient, controlled and safe manner

• Support the project engineer in carrying out design, reporting, contract documentation, checking and contract implementation activity

• Support senior engineering and administration personnel in their day-to-day activities

• Attend site and supervise and monitor site activities where appropriate

• Promote adherence to our systems and standards

Essential

• Degree in civil, structural or environmental engineering or equivalent (Minimum Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent)

• Keen interest in the practical application of engineering

• Strong analytical skills

• Good teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills

• Strong work ethic

• Fluency/high level of proficiency in spoken and written English

Desirable

• Work experience in the industry

About Roughan & O'Donovan

Roughan and O’Donovan (ROD) is a leading civil, environmental and structural engineering consultancy. An independently owned firm, we employ a multidisciplinary team of over 260 people, of 20 different nationalities, in our Dublin, Cork and Leeds offices.

Our people are the heart of our business, and we invest heavily in their personal and professional development through all stages of career development. We are an Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited Employer and operate an Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) training scheme.

We aim to provide a workplace where people feel valued and their needs are understood. We offer a range of benefits designed to help our people thrive, including wellness initiatives, flexible working arrangements and support during important life events.

We are a friendly team with an active social committee. From surfing and cycling weekends to tag rugby, cycling challenges and a weekly five-a-side, you'll find lots of ways to get involved.

Current projects include:

• Cork Area Commuter Rail Phase Two

• Waterford City Public Infrastructure Project, Ireland

• Narrow Water Bridge, Omeath, Co. Louth

• DART+ West

• BusConnects Dublin and BusConnects Cork

• Coonagh to Knockalisheen Distributor Road

• West Clare Railway Greenway

• Letterkenny Community Healthcare Facility