About this role Job title: Senior Mechanical Engineer – Building Services/Mechanical Projects Location: Dublin, Co Dublin Company: Irish Mechanical Contractor
Package: Up to €80,000 DOE + vehicle + phone/laptop, Employee Assistance The Company This Irish mechanical contractor delivers mechanical services across residential, commercial, education, healthcare, industrial and fit out projects, with a strong workload throughout Dublin. Their work covers HVAC, plumbing, heating, piping and associated mechanical building services. The business has a sizeable in-house team of engineers, site management, CAD staff and trades, with a strong emphasis on staff retention, training and progression. The Role: Senior Mechanical Engineer As Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be based in Dublin and take responsibility for the technical delivery of mechanical building services projects from planning and design coordination through construction and completion. You will work closely with Project Managers, site teams, consultants, main contractors and subcontractors, providing technical direction and ensuring mechanical installations are delivered safely, to programme and in line with specification. JCPS describe the position as covering HVAC, plumbing and piping systems across the full project lifecycle. Must Have Requirements Must have 8+ years’ experience in mechanical engineering or mechanical building services Proven experience required delivering HVAC, plumbing and mechanical services on construction projects Strong technical knowledge of mechanical systems, drawings, specifications and installation requirements Experience coordinating with site teams, consultants and contractors is required Preferred Experience Mechanical contracting experience in the Irish construction market preferred Experience across commercial, residential, healthcare, education or fit out projects beneficial Previous experience mentoring or supporting junior engineers would be an advantage Key Responsibilities Lead the technical delivery of mechanical packages from design coordination through installation and completion Review mechanical drawings, specifications and technical submissions Coordinate HVAC, plumbing, piping and associated mechanical services Work closely with Project Managers, consultants, subcontractors and site teams Monitor programme, technical compliance, quality and project deliverables Resolve technical issues arising during installation and commissioning Provide guidance and support to junior engineers and project staff Ensure mechanical works are delivered in line with safety, quality and project requirements About You You will be an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer with at least 8 years’ experience and a strong background in mechanical building services or mechanical contracting. You should be technically confident, comfortable dealing with site and design issues, and capable of coordinating several stakeholders while keeping mechanical works moving to programme. Strong communication, attention to detail and practical problem solving will be important. What’s on Offer Salary: Up to €80,000 DOE, with package negotiable depending on experience Benefits: Company vehicle Phone and laptop 21 days annual leave Employee Assistance Programme Long-term mechanical project pipeline Career progression within a growing engineering team Why Apply? This is a senior technical position with involvement across the full mechanical project lifecycle rather than a narrowly defined engineering role. You will have the opportunity to work across a varied Dublin project portfolio, take ownership of technical delivery and support less experienced engineers while remaining closely involved with project and site teams. How to Apply Call Stephen Nugent on 01 531 4345 or 086 829 5894 or email stephen@breaghrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion. Why Breagh Recruitment? Breagh Recruitment specialises in Senior Mechanical Engineer and Mechanical construction roles across Ireland. We work with mechanical contractors delivering HVAC, plumbing and building services projects across Dublin and nationwide. Related roles: Senior Mechanical Engineer, Senior Mechanical Project Engineer, Mechanical Project Engineer, Mechanical Project Manager, Building Services Engineer
