Senior Mechanical Engineer

MALONE Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Malone Group in Dublin, Ireland, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical systems design, HVAC, and energy projects. You will manage multi-disciplinary design teams and coordinate with clients and contractors to deliver compliant, efficient solutions from concept through construction.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering with 10+ years of post-qualification experience, proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, and a strong understanding of Irish regulations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years’ post-qualification mechanical design experience.
• Strong understanding of Irish electrical standards/regulations.
• Experience on projects in Ireland or the EU.
• Proficient with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, IES.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of mechanical systems including HVAC, plumbing, and energy systems.
• Prepare and review detailed calculations, specifications, reports, and drawings.
• Ensure designs comply with regulations, standards, and sustainability requirements.
• Oversee project delivery from concept through to completion with high quality.
• Define project scope and budgets to ensure full development at concept stage.
• Support lifecycle stages from concept to commissioning.
• Attend design team meetings, workshops, and site inspections.
• Review submittals, technical queries, and value engineering proposals.
• Support testing, commissioning and handover activities.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Planning

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

IES

Job description

The Senior Mechanical Engineer is a key role within the Irish business, working within the Engineering Department to manage and deliver projects and manage key customers. The position requires a broad knowledge of, and experience in the range of technical roles and responsibilities carried out by this department. The individual will be involved in multi-faceted projects involving change management, building compliance, HVAC and Public Health design, space management and advising on more efficient energy management.

About the Role

Location: Dublin, Ireland Office based

Reports to: Head of Engineering

Key relationships: Engineering Department, CAD Department, Managing Director (Ireland).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, public health engineering, and energy systems.
• Prepare and review detailed engineering calculations, specifications, reports, and drawings.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant regulations, standards, and sustainability requirements.
• Oversee project delivery from concept through to completion, ensuring quality and technical excellence.
• Defining project scope, including budgets, to ensure projects are fully developed at concept stage.
• Support projects through all lifecycle stages: concept, planning, detailed design, tender, construction, and commissioning.
• Attend design team meetings, technical workshops, and site inspections.
• Review contractor submittals, technical queries, and value engineering proposals.
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Ensure compliance with Irish Building Regulations (Part B, L, M), Health & Safety legislation.
• Client ESG and sustainability requirements.
• Produce design risk assessments and input into Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations.
• Coordinate designs with mechanical, architectural, civil, and process disciplines.
• Interface with customers, utilities, contractors, and suppliers.
• Provide technical input during tenders and procurement.

Qualifications

• Degree or Level 7/8 qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years’ post qualification experience in mechanical design.
• Strong understanding of Irish electrical standards and regulations.
• Experience working on projects in Ireland or the EU.
• Proficiency in design software such as: AutoCAD / Revit (BIM), Mechanical software (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, IES, etc.).

Required Skills

• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Collaborative team player.
• High standard of technical documentation.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in one or more sectors: Renewable energy or industrial plants, Pharmaceutical / Life Sciences, Commercial developments, Data centres.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards accreditation (e.g. with Engineers Ireland, CIBSE, or equivalent).
• Site experience including commissioning and snag resolution.

Pay range and compensation package

This job description is designed to indicate the general scope, duties and responsibilities of the position and will be subject to periodic review.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Eligible to work in Ireland. Full clean driving licence. Willingness to attend client and site locations as required.

• Customer Focus: Ability to work with others within multi-disciplined teams and to develop and sustain good working relationships with our customers and sub-contractors and promote the Company at all times.
• Impact & Influence: Influences other functions within the organisation to gain their backing and impact on decision making.
• Leadership & Management: Provides leadership and coaching to support employees in the achievement of business goals and objectives.
• Team Working: Supports own and cross functional teams, giving positive feedback and collaborating where appropriate.
• Vision & Strategy: Thinks laterally outside own sphere of influence, suggesting ideas for improving company profitability and delivering against company objectives.
• Analytical Thinking: Critically evaluates data and facts, cross functionally to assess risk and make recommendations for improvement.
• Attention to Detail: Continuously strives to improve the quality and professionalism of own and colleagues’ work.
• Planning & Delivery: Proactively organises and plans ahead, assessing long term requirements and potential future workload to ensure resource allocation and efficient, timely delivery.