Senior Project Engineer – Energy

Fehily Timoney & Company Ltd.; Dublin, Carlow, Cork; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD learning days

Hybrid working options

Well-being support

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Fehily Timoney & Company is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join the Energy and Planning team. The role, based in our Dublin, Cork or Carlow offices, requires a civil engineering degree and a minimum of five years' post‑graduate experience.

You will deliver projects on time and within budget while coordinating CAD design work and liaising with clients and stakeholders. We offer mentorship, clear career paths, CPD opportunities, and a supportive environment focused on professional growth and

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering.
• At least 5 years of post‑graduate experience.
• Consultancy experience preferred.
• Energetic and proactive professional.
• Strong communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
• Experience liaising with external stakeholders, clients, subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Delivering projects on schedule, within budget, and to the agreed quality standards.
• Planning and overseeing CAD documentation for design work, collaborating closely with Project Engineers and Engineering Technicians.
• Participating in meetings with clients and other professionals.
• Ensuring adherence to our Quality Assurance and Management Systems.
• Complying with all relevant health and safety regulations.
• Coordinating work effectively with other members of the project team.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Fehily Timoney and Company (FT) is one of Ireland’s largest Irish‑owned consultants with centres of excellence in Sustainable Infrastructure, Circular Economy & Environment and Energy & Planning. FT provides planning, environmental studies and preliminary planning design to our clients in the renewable energy sector and offers design and contract management services for the construction of infrastructure projects such as roads, bridgeworks, rail, solid waste facilities, renewable energy, drainage, water and wastewater treatment facilities, airports, tunnels and gas pipelines.

FT is recruiting a Senior Project Engineer, with an interest in environmental and civil engineering, to join our Energy and Planning team in the Cork, Dublin or Carlow office. The role will suit candidates with a minimum of 5 years of experience. The successful candidate will join an established company and will have the opportunity to acquire a broad range of professional skills and experiences with support from mentors across several disciplines. This position offers exposure to a number of project types within the company and a clear path for career development.

Responsibilities

• Delivering projects on schedule, within budget, and to the agreed quality standards with the client
• Planning and overseeing CAD documentation for design work, collaborating closely with Project Engineers and Engineering Technicians
• Participating in meetings with clients and other professionals
• Ensuring adherence to our Quality Assurance and Management Systems
• Complying with all relevant health and safety regulations
• Coordinating work effectively with other members of the project team

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering
• At least 5 years of post‑graduate experience
• Consultancy experience preferred
• Energetic and proactive professional
• Strong communication, organisational, and analytical skills
• Experience liaising with external stakeholders, clients, subcontractors
• Familiarity with Public Works Contracts is advantageous
• Flexible and collaborative team player
• Able to work independently and efficiently
• Willingness to travel for site visits and client meetings
• Full driving licence required

Contact

Ready to take the next step? Reach out to us at [e-mail] today. Your application will be handled with complete confidentiality and will be considered immediately upon receipt.

Benefits

• 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 career 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 programmes. 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. This is 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, a flexi‑start system, 22 to 27 days annual leave and 4 company days per year.

• Well‑being Support

  We believe that true wellbeing encompasses both physical and mental health. We offer a health and lifestyle contribution, complimentary gym membership for Dublin office staff, access to flu vaccines and regular health screenings, a bike‑to‑work scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme, and in‑house mental health first aid support.

• Compensation and Perks

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