Senior Engineer – Energy

Fehily Timoney & Company Ltd.; Cork, Dublin, Carlow; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD days

Hybrid working options

Wellbeing benefits

Pension and benefits

Job summary

Fehily Timoney & Company Ltd. seeks a Senior Engineer to join the Energy team, supporting renewable energy projects across Ireland. The role involves project management, environmental assessments, and preliminary design for wind, solar, and other renewables.

The successful candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, manage design work, and contribute to Ireland’s sustainable energy transition.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years post-graduate experience.
• Chartered Engineer status.
• Experience in managing the preliminary civil design of renewable energy projects is advantageous but not essential.
• Highly motivated professional with strong energy and drive.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical abilities.
• Proven experience liaising with clients, sub-contractors, and external stakeholders.
• Adaptable and collaborative team player.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects in line with agreed timelines, quality standards, and budgets set with the client.
• Oversee and coordinate the preparation of CAD design documentation, collaborating closely with Project Engineers and Engineering Technicians.
• Participate in on-site meetings with clients and other project stakeholders.
• Maintain adherence to internal Quality Assurance and Management Systems.
• Ensure activities comply with relevant health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with other members of the project team to ensure seamless project delivery.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer

Renewable energy

Project management

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

CAD 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 offers consultancy services across a broad spectrum of renewable energy projects, including offshore and onshore wind, utility-scale solar PV, biomass, and micro-hydro power. The company also delivers expert support for gas pipeline developments, electrical infrastructure such as battery storage systems, peaking plants, and energy-from-waste facilities. FT provides end-to-end consultancy-from initial site assessments and liaison with local authorities, through to generator design, planning application preparation, and Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (EIARs), as well as design oversight, construction management, and contract administration.

FT is seeking to hire a Senior Engineer to join our Energy team in our Cork, Dublin or Carlow office. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the continued growth of our Energy and Planning division, collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team. This role provides the opportunity to work across a wide range of activities within the Energy and Planning sector, including project management, environmental assessments and preliminary design for renewable energy developments.

FT’s Responsibilities

What would my main responsibilities be in this role?

• Deliver projects in line with agreed timelines, quality standards, and budgets set with the client
• Oversee and coordinate the preparation of CAD design documentation, collaborating closely with Project Engineers and Engineering Technicians
• Participate in on-site meetings with clients and other project stakeholders
• Maintain adherence to internal Quality Assurance and Management Systems
• Ensure activities comply with relevant health and safety regulations
• Collaborate effectively with other members of the project team to ensure seamless project delivery

Skills / Qualifications

Am I the right person for the role?

• A degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 7 years post-graduate experience
• Chartered Engineer status
• Experience in managing the preliminary civil design of renewable energy projects is advantageous but not essential
• Highly motivated professional with strong energy and drive
• Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical abilities
• Proven experience liaising with clients, sub-contractors, and external stakeholders
• Adaptable and collaborative team player
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently e

Why Join FT?

Join our team and enjoy a premium benefits package that features:

• 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.

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

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 – recognising that wellbeing looks different for everyone.
Employees in our Dublin office can enjoy complimentary 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 support from our inhouse mental health first aid team.

FT prides itself on our best in class service, with an in depth understanding of key issues associated with the industry and the drivers for project success.

“Since joining FT, I’ve felt genuinely welcomed and supported by the team. I’ve worked across diverse energy projects, from wind to solar, gaining both technical and project management experience while contributing to Ireland’s clean energy transition”

Aoife Hurd

“I’ve expanded my experience and gained valuable experience working on solar, wind, and energy projects. FT offers strong opportunities for growth, with ongoing support and guidance in a collaborative and inclusive working environment.”

“Working at FT as a Senior GIS Analyst has provided me with valuable experience across a diverse range of projects. The team is highly supportive and motivated, and there is a strong culture of recognition within the company.”

Tom Collins

Senior GIS Analyst

“Working at FT as a Graduate Engineer has given me invaluable experience in the field. FT is a very supportive company and has guided me through any difficulties while making me feel valued and part of the team. FT is a company that truly cares about their employees!”

Pam Shiel

“Being part of FT’s multidisciplinary team has given me invaluable career experience and the opportunity to work on a wide range of interesting, diverse projects in a progressive and supportive work environment.”

John Cullen

Senior Scientist

“Since joining FT, I’ve felt genuinely welcomed and supported by the team. I’ve worked across diverse energy projects, from wind to solar, gaining both technical and project management experience while contributing to Ireland’s clean energy transition.”