MEICA Engineer – Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland
€75000 p.a.
Electrical Engineering
Posted 4 hours ago
Job title: MEICA Engineer – Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
Location: Kilkenny City, Co Kilkenny
Company: Specialist Civil Engineering & Water Infrastructure Contractor
Salary: Up to €75,000 DOE
The Company
This Irish civil engineering contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Ireland, working on treatment plants, pumping stations, pipeline networks and major upgrades to existing facilities.
With a strong pipeline of water infrastructure projects across Kilkenny and the wider South East & South West, they are looking to appoint a MEICA Engineer to support the delivery of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation works.
The company offers a practical, hands-on working environment with experienced engineering and project management teams and good opportunities for long-term career progression.
The Role: MEICA Engineer
As MEICA Engineer, you will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing mechanical, electrical and ICA installations across water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Kilkenny and the surrounding region.
Working closely with the Project Manager, site teams, specialist subcontractors and design engineers, you will help ensure MEICA packages are delivered safely, to specification and in line with programme.
The position will involve technical coordination, procurement support, installation supervision, quality control and commissioning activities across both new-build and upgrade projects.
Must Have Requirements
You will have a mechanical or electrical engineering background with practical experience coordinating installations on construction or infrastructure projects.
You should be comfortable working with subcontractors, reviewing technical drawings and managing engineering issues as they arise on site.
Experience in the Irish water sector would be particularly beneficial, although engineers from industrial, utilities, process engineering or building services backgrounds will also be considered where they have relevant MEICA experience.
You will be organised, technically capable and confident working independently while maintaining good communication with the wider project team.
What's on Offer Salary:
Up to €75,000 DOE
Benefits:
This is a good opportunity for a MEICA Engineer looking to develop their career within Ireland's growing water infrastructure sector.
You will gain exposure to technically demanding water and wastewater projects, working across mechanical, electrical and ICA packages from installation through to commissioning.
With a strong pipeline of projects in Kilkenny and the wider South East, the role offers long-term stability and the opportunity to progress towards Senior MEICA Engineer or Project Engineer positions.
How to Apply
Call Stephen Nugent at Breagh Recruitment on 01 531 4345 or email stephen@breaghrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment
Breagh Recruitment specialises in placing MEICA Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers and Project Engineers with civil engineering contractors and specialist water infrastructure companies throughout Ireland.
We understand the technical requirements involved in delivering water and wastewater treatment projects, from mechanical installations and electrical systems through to instrumentation, automation and commissioning.
If you're a MEICA Engineer looking for opportunities in Kilkenny, Waterford, Carlow or across the South East, we can help you find a role suited to your technical background and career plans.
Related roles:
MEICA Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, MEICA Project Engineer, Water Infrastructure Engineer, Wastewater Engineer, ICA Engineer, Commissioning Engineer.
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Location: Kilkenny City, Co Kilkenny
Company: Specialist Civil Engineering & Water Infrastructure Contractor
Salary: Up to €75,000 DOE
The Company
This Irish civil engineering contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Ireland, working on treatment plants, pumping stations, pipeline networks and major upgrades to existing facilities.
With a strong pipeline of water infrastructure projects across Kilkenny and the wider South East & South West, they are looking to appoint a MEICA Engineer to support the delivery of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation works.
The company offers a practical, hands-on working environment with experienced engineering and project management teams and good opportunities for long-term career progression.
The Role: MEICA Engineer
As MEICA Engineer, you will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing mechanical, electrical and ICA installations across water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Kilkenny and the surrounding region.
Working closely with the Project Manager, site teams, specialist subcontractors and design engineers, you will help ensure MEICA packages are delivered safely, to specification and in line with programme.
The position will involve technical coordination, procurement support, installation supervision, quality control and commissioning activities across both new-build and upgrade projects.
Must Have Requirements
- Must have a degree or relevant technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a mechanical, electrical or MEICA engineering role.
- Proven experience required in the delivery of mechanical or electrical installations on construction or infrastructure projects.
- Strong technical understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, installation procedures and commissioning requirements.
- Full driving licence required.
- Previous experience on water or wastewater treatment projects.
- Knowledge of pumps, pipework, valves, motors, MCC panels, instrumentation and control systems.
- Experience working with Uisce Éireann specifications and standards.
- Familiarity with commissioning procedures, inspection and test plans and technical documentation.
- Experience using AutoCAD, MS Project or similar engineering software.
- Coordinate MEICA installations across water and wastewater treatment projects, ensuring works are delivered to specification and programme.
- Liaise with mechanical, electrical and ICA subcontractors to manage installation activities and resolve technical issues.
- Review engineering drawings, technical submittals, specifications and installation documentation.
- Support procurement of MEICA equipment, materials and specialist subcontractor packages.
- Monitor installation quality, carry out inspections and ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Assist with testing, commissioning, snagging and handover of mechanical, electrical and control systems.
- Work closely with the Project Manager and site teams to maintain programme delivery, health and safety standards and accurate project reporting.
- Coordinate with designers, suppliers and client representatives to resolve technical queries and maintain progress on site.
You will have a mechanical or electrical engineering background with practical experience coordinating installations on construction or infrastructure projects.
You should be comfortable working with subcontractors, reviewing technical drawings and managing engineering issues as they arise on site.
Experience in the Irish water sector would be particularly beneficial, although engineers from industrial, utilities, process engineering or building services backgrounds will also be considered where they have relevant MEICA experience.
You will be organised, technically capable and confident working independently while maintaining good communication with the wider project team.
What's on Offer Salary:
Up to €75,000 DOE
Benefits:
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
- Fuel card
- Pension
- Performance-related bonus
- Ongoing training and CPD support
- Long-term career progression
- Exposure to major water and wastewater infrastructure projects
This is a good opportunity for a MEICA Engineer looking to develop their career within Ireland's growing water infrastructure sector.
You will gain exposure to technically demanding water and wastewater projects, working across mechanical, electrical and ICA packages from installation through to commissioning.
With a strong pipeline of projects in Kilkenny and the wider South East, the role offers long-term stability and the opportunity to progress towards Senior MEICA Engineer or Project Engineer positions.
How to Apply
Call Stephen Nugent at Breagh Recruitment on 01 531 4345 or email stephen@breaghrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment
Breagh Recruitment specialises in placing MEICA Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers and Project Engineers with civil engineering contractors and specialist water infrastructure companies throughout Ireland.
We understand the technical requirements involved in delivering water and wastewater treatment projects, from mechanical installations and electrical systems through to instrumentation, automation and commissioning.
If you're a MEICA Engineer looking for opportunities in Kilkenny, Waterford, Carlow or across the South East, we can help you find a role suited to your technical background and career plans.
Related roles:
MEICA Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, MEICA Project Engineer, Water Infrastructure Engineer, Wastewater Engineer, ICA Engineer, Commissioning Engineer.
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