Senior Mechancial Engineer

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

10 bank holidays

Job summary

Glanua is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our project delivery team in Limerick. You will lead MEICA projects across water, wastewater, industrial and pharma sectors, coordinating with clients, design teams and suppliers to deliver safe, on-time work to high quality standards.

You will drive BIM coordination, manage submittals and provide mentorship to junior staff, while ensuring compliance with health, safety and QA procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in multidisciplinary MEICA teams or with a mechanical/Electrical contractor.
• Experience in water/wastewater facilities design, construction and commissioning is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and coordination skills on construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support engineering project delivery through coordination with clients, design teams and subcontractors.
• Review designs, IFC drawings and project scope; manage BIM coordination and isometric outputs.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to maintain information flow and progress against programme.
• Oversee technical submittals, approvals and design coordination activities.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure compliance with health, safety and QA standards.
• Attend and lead project meetings and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Project coordination

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Navisworks

BIM/CAD software

Primavera

Job description

Location: On site / Limerick, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering | Mechanical
Salary: Negotiable salary

Limerick

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our growing project delivery team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the engineering, coordination, and delivery of multidisciplinary MEICA projects within the water, wastewater, industrial, and pharmaceutical sectors.

This position requires strong technical expertise, leadership ability, and project coordination skills to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and support engineering project delivery through effective coordination and liaison with key project stakeholders including clients, design teams, main contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Review and become fully familiar with project design specifications, IFC drawings, and overall project scope requirements.
• Oversee the BIM coordination process to transform design information into installation and fabrication drawings while ensuring specification compliance and programme priorities are maintained.
• Ensure engineering deliverables align with the overall project programme and do not negatively impact project schedules.
• Manage technical submittals, approvals, and design coordination activities.
• Ensure all mechanical installations are completed in accordance with project specifications, QA procedures, and agreed benchmarking standards.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to maintain adequate information flow and ensure works progress in line with programme requirements.
• Attend and lead project coordination, progress, and client meetings where required.
• Drive continuous improvement by promoting innovative engineering practices and efficient delivery processes.
• Assist in the preparation and agreement of project completion criteria and close-out documentation.
• Prepare subcontractor and supplier tender packages in conjunction with the Project Quantity Surveyor.
• Manage the work pack process from development through implementation and final handover.
• Coordinate BIM priorities including isometric generation and release schedules.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineering staff where required.
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and quality standards

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent third level qualification.
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience working within multidisciplinary MEICA teams or with a recognised Mechanical/Electrical contractor in a similar environment.
• Experience in the design, construction, and commissioning of water and wastewater treatment facilities is highly desirable.
• Experience within industrial or pharmaceutical environments would be advantageous.
• Strong practical experience managing and coordinating teams within a construction site environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of relevant health and safety regulations and site compliance requirements.
• Strong knowledge of piping and mechanical pipework systems.
• Proficiency in Navisworks, BIM/CAD systems, and project planning software such as Primavera.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and workload prioritisation skills.
• Strong negotiation, leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to motivate teams and effectively delegate and monitor activities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure and consistently meet project deadlines.
• Full Driving Licence

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organisation delivering high-profile engineering projects.
• Monday to Friday working week with an early finish on Fridays.
• 23 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays.

About Glanua

Glanua is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal and industrial sector where our clients include Ireland and the UK’s largest water utilities, Uisce Éireann (formally Irish Water), Thames Water, Yorkshire Water and Affinity Water.

Glanua is passionate about solving today’s environmental challenges and delivering a decarbonised and sustainable world. We know that to build successful creative teams we need a diverse workforce that can deliver new innovative ways of thinking. We provide an environment where you will have the freedom to develop and grow to your full potential. We champion our core values and uphold the highest standards of Safety and Well-being, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, Agility, Accountability, Diversity and Inclusion in everything we do.

We have a talented team of 600 people across Ireland and the UK and are rapidly expanding our workforce across several disciplines to meet our ambitious growth plans.