Water Mechanical Engineer

Thetrupgrade; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discretionary annual bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Private Healthcare Allowance

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Job summary

Thetrupgrade is seeking a Water Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Dublin. This role involves delivering mechanical engineering solutions for water and wastewater treatment projects across Ireland and may include opportunities in the U.K.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in the industry. We offer a supportive work environment and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of proven experience as a Project Engineer in the water and wastewater industry.
• In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards in mechanical design and construction.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical engineering solutions for MEICA and Civil works.
• Assist in design and implementation of operation and maintenance solutions.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor system performance.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Problem Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Murphy is recruiting for a Water Mechanical Engineer to work with our Water team in Dublin.

Murphy Water is the Water & Wastewater process engineering division which delivers municipal water treatment solutions for Water Authorities in the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom. Based in Cookstown Court Office, Dublin. The successful candidate will work on Murphy Water projects in the Midlands, Leinster with potential opportunities that may arise in the U.K.

Murphy Water are hiring an mechanical engineer to work on the commissioning and maintenance of Water and Wastewater projects across the country. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established Contractor. The successful candidate will join the Murphy Water engineering business within the Operations department reporting to the Operations & Maintenance Manager. Murphy focus on recruiting and retaining our employees so that the company can continue to develop and succeed within the industry. Murphy are committed to developing our staff and our CPD Programme is accredited by Engineers Ireland.

What you will be doing:

• As a Project Engineer, you will deliver mechanical engineering solutions for MEICA and Civil works on water and wastewater treatment plants.
• You will assist in the design, development, and implementation of operation and maintenance solutions for water and wastewater systems, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Reporting to the Operations Manager
• Assist in the development and integration of operation and maintenance strategies for water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Support activities such as site assessments, system evaluations, performance optimisation, and planned maintenance planning.
• Work collaboratively with civil, process, electrical, ICA, and H&S teams to support the integration of mechanical systems into the operational environment.
• Provide technical assistance and coordination across internal and external O&M teams.
• Support the selection and procurement of mechanical equipment—such as pumps, valves, tanks, and pipework—ensuring alignment with operational requirements and long-term maintainability.
• Verify that materials meet regulatory and performance standards.
• Assist in coordinating subcontractors involved in maintenance and repair tasks, ensuring that work aligns with operational goals, schedules, and quality benchmarks.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor system performance, identify issues, and assist in troubleshooting and resolving mechanical challenges.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Maintain effective communication with clients and stakeholders throughout the lifecycle of O&M activities.
• Provide timely technical input, operational updates, and recommendations to ensure performance objectives are achieved.
• Help identify and address safety and environmental risks related to system operation and maintenance.
• Assist in preparing detailed O&M plans, logs, and performance reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Document system issues, corrective actions, and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in operational reviews and feed lessons learned into future maintenance strategies.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at enhancing the reliability and efficiency of mechanical systems.

Who we are looking for:

• Degree in Mechanical or chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of proven experience as a Project Engineer in the water and wastewater industry.
• Experience within the Water / Wastewater industry a distinct advantage
• Motivated, self-starter with excellent communications skill
• Ability to collaborate with multiple disciplines (civil, electrical, process, etc.) and provide technical and commercial guidance in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of resolving technical issues and managing project changes.
• In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards in mechanical design and construction, particularly in water and wastewater sectors.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
• Ability to engage with clients and stakeholders effectively, ensuring their needs are met throughout the project lifecycle.

What you will get in return

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service
• Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review
• Above market rate contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay
• Generous Private Healthcare Allowance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus
• Extra 2 days holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus
• Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development
• Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc

About Murphy

Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Platinum Investors In People accredited. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages.

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.