Associate Mechanical Engineer

I’m looking for an experienced Associate Mechanical Engineer to join the management team and play a key role in delivering major projects across the EMEA region. This role suits a self-starter with strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and the ability to make independent judgments in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll be working at the forefront of mechanical engineering design, with responsibility for both technical and financial considerations, while ensuring design processes and engineering standards are upheld at the highest level.

This opportunity is with a leading engineering consultancy that has established itself as a key player in large-scale mechanical and M&E projects across Europe and beyond.

Known for delivering cutting-edge data centre, industrial, and commercial projects, they combine technical excellence with a strong focus on client relationships. The role offers a hybrid working setup in Ireland, giving flexibility to balance office and remote work.

A highly competitive salary is available, alongside a benefits package that typically includes pension contributions, professional development support, and clear pathways into senior leadership roles.

For those eager to learn more about this exciting opportunity, please do not hesitate to reach out to Stephen at stephen@breaghrecruitment.com / 015314345

Associate Mechanical Engineer Skills:

• Based in Ireland, hybrid role with Dublin office attendance as required
• Honours Degree (Chartered an advantage but not essential)
• 10+ years’ experience in mechanical engineering — with a background in data centres, industrial, high-tech, or commercial projects
• 3+ years’ experience managing people, including multidisciplinary teams
• 3+ years’ project management experience across both mechanical and electrical projects
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organisational skills
• Ability to engage effectively with staff at all levels and external stakeholders
• Strong financial awareness and ability to manage costs effectively
• Interest in emerging technologies and driving innovation within project delivery

As an Associate Mechanical Engineer:

• Reviewing technical designs to ensure scope and functionality are fully understood
• Leading a high-performing team, ensuring QA/QC standards are consistently met
• Monitoring costs and implementing innovative solutions to improve efficiency
• Managing resources across projects, including outsourcing where required
• Interpreting contracts and working within agreed terms and conditions
• Building and maintaining strong client, supplier, and partner relationships
• Supporting the procurement of new business opportunities alongside senior management
• Championing best practice in design standards, QA procedures, and engineering techniques
• Managing the delivery of multiple large-scale projects simultaneously
• Conducting team development through 1-2-1s, training, and performance management
• Promoting adoption of new technologies and ensuring the team stays ahead of industry trends

The Package:

Salary will be DOE, but you can expect a salary of at least €105,000 plus package.


Interviews are taking place this week so if you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date CV to stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call us now on 00353(0)15314345.

The Breagh Team:

Breagh Recruitment are the go-to specialist construction and engineering recruitment consultants, providing qualified and experienced professionals with Construction jobs across the UK and Ireland, with an ethos based on flexibility, hard work, and a bit of good old common sense. We live within these core values servicing our clients and candidates daily.

Key roles we recruit for include Health & Safety managers, M&E project managers, construction managers, M&E site engineers, M&E quantity surveyors, civil engineers, site agents, estimators, buyers, bid managers and M&E site supervisors, across Ireland and the UK.

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