Design Engineer – Water Infrastructure / Utilities
Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
€60000 p.a.
Mechanical Engineering
Posted 3 hours ago
Design Engineer – Water Infrastructure / Utilities
Limerick
Leading Irish Engineering Consultancy delivering regulated water projects
€60,000 package
The Company
This well-established Irish engineering consultancy has built a strong reputation delivering critical water and wastewater infrastructure projects for public sector clients across Ireland. With a focus on quality, sustainability and long-term asset performance, they are heavily involved in frameworks with Uisce Éireann and other key stakeholders.
Operating from a collaborative and technically driven environment, the business supports engineers in developing practical, buildable design solutions while working on projects that directly impact communities and essential services.
The Role – Design Engineer
As a Design Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering water and infrastructure projects from initial concept through detailed design and into construction. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing technical expertise to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with regulatory standards.
This is a hands-on design role with real project ownership, offering exposure to high-impact public infrastructure schemes and the opportunity to influence design decisions from an early stage.
Key Responsibilities
Salary: €60,000 (DOE)
Benefits:
This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Engineer to work on essential water infrastructure projects that directly support communities and national development. You will gain exposure to high-value utility frameworks while developing your technical expertise in a supportive and well-structured environment.
The role offers long-term stability, meaningful project work and the chance to build a strong career within the Irish water and civil engineering sector.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this role, send your CV to stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call 015314345 for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment
At Breagh Recruitment, we specialise in placing Design Engineers within the civil engineering and water infrastructure sector across Ireland. Whether you’re working as a Design Engineer, Civil Design Engineer or Project Design Engineer within utilities, we understand the technical demands of delivering water and wastewater projects and can match you with roles that align with your experience and career goals.
We are trusted by leading consultancies and contractors working on Uisce Éireann frameworks and infrastructure developments, giving you access to the best Design Engineer opportunities in the Irish market.
Related roles include Civil Engineer, Project Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Water Engineer
Limerick
Leading Irish Engineering Consultancy delivering regulated water projects
€60,000 package
The Company
This well-established Irish engineering consultancy has built a strong reputation delivering critical water and wastewater infrastructure projects for public sector clients across Ireland. With a focus on quality, sustainability and long-term asset performance, they are heavily involved in frameworks with Uisce Éireann and other key stakeholders.
Operating from a collaborative and technically driven environment, the business supports engineers in developing practical, buildable design solutions while working on projects that directly impact communities and essential services.
The Role – Design Engineer
As a Design Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering water and infrastructure projects from initial concept through detailed design and into construction. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing technical expertise to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with regulatory standards.
This is a hands-on design role with real project ownership, offering exposure to high-impact public infrastructure schemes and the opportunity to influence design decisions from an early stage.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop detailed civil engineering design drawings, calculations and technical reports
- Ensure all designs meet safety, environmental, regulatory and constructability requirements
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, mechanical, electrical and environmental engineers
- Liaise with clients such as Uisce Éireann, local authorities and key stakeholders
- Carry out site visits, surveys and technical assessments to inform design solutions
- Support design coordination during construction and respond to technical queries
- Identify opportunities for innovation, sustainability and cost-effective design approaches
- Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure compliance with current standards and legislation
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline
- Experience as a Design Engineer within water infrastructure or utility projects
- Proven track record working on Uisce Éireann or similar regulated utility frameworks
- Strong AutoCAD skills with experience producing detailed engineering drawings
- ArcGIS experience is beneficial
- Good understanding of design standards, safety and environmental considerations
- Strong problem-solving ability with practical engineering judgement
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work within multidisciplinary teams
- Willingness to attend site and carry out surveys and inspections
- Full driving licence and eligibility to work in Ireland
Salary: €60,000 (DOE)
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and package
- Exposure to major water and wastewater infrastructure projects
- Strong pipeline of long-term public sector work
- Career progression within a growing consultancy
- Ongoing CPD and professional development support
- Collaborative and technically focused team environment
This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Engineer to work on essential water infrastructure projects that directly support communities and national development. You will gain exposure to high-value utility frameworks while developing your technical expertise in a supportive and well-structured environment.
The role offers long-term stability, meaningful project work and the chance to build a strong career within the Irish water and civil engineering sector.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this role, send your CV to stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call 015314345 for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment
At Breagh Recruitment, we specialise in placing Design Engineers within the civil engineering and water infrastructure sector across Ireland. Whether you’re working as a Design Engineer, Civil Design Engineer or Project Design Engineer within utilities, we understand the technical demands of delivering water and wastewater projects and can match you with roles that align with your experience and career goals.
We are trusted by leading consultancies and contractors working on Uisce Éireann frameworks and infrastructure developments, giving you access to the best Design Engineer opportunities in the Irish market.
Related roles include Civil Engineer, Project Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Water Engineer
