Senior Civil Engineer - REF: 2602c

Fingleton White; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Bonus scheme

Paid paternity and maternity leave

Group pension scheme

Continuous professional development

Job summary

Fingleton White is looking for a Senior Civil Engineer based in Dublin to lead design and contract management for various energy projects. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of relevant experience and a solid understanding of engineering regulations.

This role offers competitive remuneration, career progression, and the flexibility of a hybrid working environment. Candidates should have a strong academic background and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Civil Engineering degree (Honours bachelor’s or higher).
• 7+ years post-graduate, relevant design experience.
• Understanding of Eurocodes and Irish Building Regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Project lead for design and contract management for energy projects.
• Ensure statutory compliance for new developments.
• Lead a team of engineers, managing performance.

Skills

Civil Engineering degree

7+ years relevant design experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Fluent written and spoken English

Education

Honours bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering

Job description

About Fingleton White

Fingleton White provides multidisciplinary engineering services for the energy industry, delivering design, construction, and commissioning across renewables, gas networks, water, utilities, and asset management. With eight offices across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and England and over 200 staff, we plan and develop significant projects for the Irish energy sector. Over 40 years, we have delivered more than two million tonnes of CO’s savings through sustainable projects, focusing on reducing carbon footprints, biodiversity initiatives, and energy efficiency programmes.

Position

Senior Civil Engineer – REF: 2602 (based in Dublin with potential postings to Portlaoise or Galway)

Responsibilities

• Project lead for design and contract management from conceptual phase to completion for energy projects such as power plants, renewables, pipelines and installations (gas, oil, water or wastewater), industrial buildings, and utilities.
• Statutory compliance for new developments, including planning, fire certification, DAC applications, and IPC license requirements.
• Building control compliance and design according to building regulations.
• Design requirements for energy projects such as solar, hydro, CHP, and power stations.
• Design of other energy infrastructure related projects.
• Lead a team of engineers, managing performance and developing competency.

Qualifications

• Civil Engineering degree (Honours bachelor’s or higher).
• 7+ years post-graduate, relevant design experience (CEng beneficial but not essential).
• Understanding and experience with Eurocodes, Irish Building Regulations, and local authority planning standards.
• Excellent computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Good academic record.
• Full clean driving licence and own transport required.
• Fluent written and spoken English (essential).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Bonus scheme.
• Career progression in line with a published plan and educational support.
• Annual salary reviews.
• Paid paternity and maternity leave.
• Company mobile phone.
• Continuous professional development and pathway to chartership.
• Life assurance.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Hybrid working (remote and office) and flexible working policy.
• Group pension scheme with employer contribution.
• Professional certifications and pathways to Chartered Engineer status.
• Team wellness programmes.
• Participation in ESG activities, including sustainability initiatives, biodiversity committee, STEPS to Engineering, and Women in Engineering initiative.
• Team social outings.

How to Apply

Please submit a CV detailing your relevant experience and a cover letter explaining why the role and location interest you.