Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

www.recruitireland.com - jobboard; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy consultancy in Limerick is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead energy project designs, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovation in energy efficiency. Applicants should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering with 7+ years of experience and strong knowledge of utility design. The position offers a competitive salary, a 10% bonus structure, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

10% bonus structure

25 days annual leave

Pension

Life assurance & income protection

Paid Engineers Ireland membership

Sports & social events

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in mechanical design engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it is desirable.
• Full clean driving licence required and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of energy projects.
• Develop specifications, drawings, and tender documents.
• Partner with clients to scope projects and present solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative technical team.
• Drive innovation in energy efficiency and decarbonisation.

Skills

Utilities design knowledge

Proficiency in AutoCAD/Revit

Thermodynamics understanding

Fluid dynamics expertise

Ability to explain technical concepts

Mentorship skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Shape the future of energy efficiency in Ireland’s most energy-intensive industries.

We are a market-leading energy consultancy delivering engineering and sustainability solutions across pharma, medtech, food & beverage, and data centres. Our mission is to help clients cut energy use, lower carbon emissions, and improve efficiency.

We’re now looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join the team in Limerick.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design and delivery of energy projects (HVAC, compressed air, steam, refrigeration, heat recovery, cooling).
• Develop specifications, drawings, and tender documents.
• Partner with clients to scope projects and present solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative technical team.
• Drive innovation in energy efficiency and decarbonisation.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (7+ years’ experience).
• Strong knowledge of utilities design – thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat transfer.
• Experience with industrial utilities (chillers, boilers, AHUs, heat exchangers).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Revit; energy modelling a plus.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards it (desirable).
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to clients.
• Full clean driving licence + willingness to travel to sites.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary + 10% bonus structure
• 25 days annual leave
• Pension
• Life assurance & income protection
• Hybrid working + early finish Fridays
• Paid Engineers Ireland membership
• Sports & social events + opportunities to travel

Apply today and bring your expertise to high-profile projects across Ireland.