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Mechanical Engineering Jobs in Ireland – Why Choose Breagh?

At Breagh Recruitment, we specialise in mechanical engineering recruitment across Ireland and the UK, partnering with leading M&E contractors, engineering consultancies, and developers. We connect talented mechanical engineers, from building services professionals to HVAC specialists and project managers, with companies working on some of the most innovative and complex mechanical projects in the country.

With deep industry expertise and a strong network of clients, we help you secure mechanical engineering roles that match your technical skills, sector experience, and long-term goals. Whether you're seeking opportunities in building services, pharmaceutical, data centre, commercial, or energy sectors, our specialist recruiters are here to guide your next career move.

Mechanical Engineering in Ireland – Market Overview & Job Opportunities

The mechanical engineering sector in Ireland is experiencing sustained growth, driven by major investments in commercial development, data centre expansion, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and sustainable technologies. Skilled mechanical engineers are in high demand across areas including:

  • Building Services & HVAC Engineering – Design, installation, and maintenance of mechanical systems for large commercial and residential developments.

  • Data Centres & Mission-Critical Environments – High-spec M&E installation and commissioning roles.

  • Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences – Mechanical project engineers, commissioning leads, and validation roles within highly regulated environments.

  • Renewable Energy Projects – Mechanical involvement in district heating systems, biomass, and solar thermal installations.

  • Industrial & Utilities Engineering – Plant maintenance, piping systems, and process-related engineering roles.

If you're a mechanical engineer looking to progress your career in Ireland, the market offers competitive salaries, long-term project pipelines, and the opportunity to work on technically challenging and high-impact projects.

How Breagh Can Help

At Breagh Recruitment, we don’t just send CVs—we offer a bespoke recruitment service tailored to mechanical engineers at all stages of their careers.

Mechanical Engineering Recruitment Specialists – We partner with Ireland’s top M&E contractors and consultancies, offering access to exclusive roles across the island.

Career Support for All Levels – Whether you’re a junior mechanical engineer, experienced project manager, or MEP lead, we take time to understand your ambitions and match you with the right employer.

CV & Interview Preparation – We help you stand out to employers with optimised CVs and tailored interview coaching specific to mechanical engineering roles.

Market & Salary Insight – We provide up-to-date insights on market conditions, salary benchmarks, and the best sectors to focus on based on your skills.

Permanent, Contract & Leadership Opportunities – From site-based roles to senior management positions, we support your career journey long term.

Find Your Next Mechanical Engineering Role Today

Ready to take your career to the next level? Whether you're looking for your next project or planning your future in mechanical engineering, Breagh Recruitment is here to help.

📩 Submit your CV or speak with a member of our specialist M&E recruitment team today for expert advice, insider knowledge, and support at every step of your journey.

Mechanical Engineering Jobs

Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringSite Management
5 days ago
Senior Planner
Scotland
€80000 per annum
Your new planning team in Glasgow are expanding and are looking an experienced Senior Project Planner to support the delivery of high voltage (HV) substation and transmission proje...
Site ManagementMechanical EngineeringProject Management
5 days ago
Mechanical CX Engineer
Greater London, South East, England
€65000 per annum
You are a Mechanical Commissioning Engineer looking to take ownership of commissioning activities on a major project in London. This role will see you coordinating the technical de...
Health and SafetyElectrical EngineeringMechanical Engineering
5 days ago
EHS Advisor
Gavle, Sweden
€70000 per annum
You are an EHS Advisor looking to work on a major data centre project in Sweden. This is a permanent role with a strong pipeline of work ahead, offering the chance to grow your c...
Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringHealth and Safety
5 days ago
EHS Advisor
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€60000 per annum
As EHS Advisor, you’ll provide hands-on support and guidance to project teams, ensuring that all Environment, Health & Safety practices are embedded and maintained throughout each...
Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringQuantity Surveying
5 days ago
Electrical Quantity Surveyor
Scotland
€60000 per annum
This position offers the chance to join a well-established contractor with a track record of delivering large-scale engineering projects across sectors such as data centres, power...
Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringQuantity Surveying
6 days ago
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Scotland
€65000 per annum
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor with substation project experience, you will play a key role in supporting the commercial delivery of high-voltage (HV) infrastructure projects based...
BIMElectrical EngineeringMechanical Engineering
6 days ago
BIM Engineer
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€55000 per annum
As a BIM Engineer, you’ll report to the BIM Lead and play a key role in delivering all 3D and 2D coordination milestones for projects. The role will involve both site-based work in...
Mechanical Engineering
6 days ago
Mechanical Engineer
Kildare, County Kildare, Ireland
€60000 per annum
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in design, implementation, and optimisation across diverse infrastructure projects, ranging from water-treatment systems and ...
Mechanical Engineering
6 days ago
Senior Mechanical Coordinator
Down, Northern Ireland
€55000 per annum
As a Senior Mechanical Coordinator, you’ll be at the centre of project delivery, leading the coordination of mechanical systems across residential and commercial builds. Based in...
Mechanical Engineering
6 days ago
Servicing Engineer
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€55000 per annum
You are a Servicing Engineer looking to carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on a range of domestic heat pumps and mechanical systems in residential housing and apartmen...
Mechanical Engineering
6 days ago
Aftercare/Commissioning Engineer
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€55000 per annum
You are an Aftercare/Commissioning Engineer looking to support reactive maintenance and aftercare for both current and legacy residential projects in Dublin. This role will suit so...
Site ManagementMechanical Engineering
6 days ago
Mechanical Site Supervisor
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€65000 per annum
As a Working Site Supervisor, you’ll combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership of teams and subcontractors across both low-rise and high-rise projects in Dublin. You wil...
Mechanical Engineering
6 days ago
Contracts Manager - Residential & Commercial Build...
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€85000 per annum
You are an experienced Contracts Manager looking to oversee low-rise residential mechanical projects across the Greater Dublin area. You will bring extensive experience in mechanic...
Mechanical EngineeringCivil Engineering
7 days ago
Mechanical Design Engineer
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€55000 per annum
This role is with a well-established engineering and construction firm based in Cork that delivers large-scale infrastructure projects across Ireland and internationally. Your ne...
Site ManagementBIMMechanical EngineeringElectrical Engineering
11 days ago
Building Services Coordinator
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€65000 per annum
You are a Building Services Coordinator who’s ready to take ownership of the mechanical and electrical elements on a wide and diverse range of projects, ensuring they’re delivered ...
Electrical EngineeringProject ManagementMechanical Engineering
14 days ago
Project Engineer
Kildare, County Kildare, Ireland
€60000 per annum
You are a strong Project Engineer with experience in Civils / MEICA projects, within the water and wastewater sector where you will be supporting the delivery of complex infrastruc...
Mechanical EngineeringProject ManagementElectrical Engineering
14 days ago
Project Manager
Kildare, County Kildare, Ireland
€80000 per annum
You are a hands-on Project Manager who’s ready to take ownership of major Civils / MEICA projects in the water sector based out of Co Kildare. This role covers everything from earl...
Electrical EngineeringBIMCivil EngineeringMechanical Engineering
14 days ago
Senior BIM Engineer - Hybrid Role
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
€65000 per annum
You are an experienced Senior BIM Engineer who will join the design team, working on major water and wastewater treatment design-and-build projects where you’ll be collaborating cl...
Civil EngineeringElectrical EngineeringBIMMechanical Engineering
15 days ago
BIM Engineer
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
€60000 per annum
You are a talented BIM Engineer looking to join a market-leading firm in infrastructure sectors, covering water, environmental, energy, transport, and civil engineering based out o...
Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringQuantity Surveying
20 days ago
M&E Quantity Surveyor
Kildare, County Kildare, Ireland
€85000 per annum
You are a commercially focused and technically capable M&E Quantity Surveyor looking to oversee the commercial management of mechanical and electrical packages on complex infrastru...
Electrical EngineeringHealth and SafetyMechanical Engineering
25 days ago
Health & Safety Advisor
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€60000 per annum
You are a capable and committed Health & Safety Advisor to join the team based out of Co Cork where you will play a key role in making sure our workplaces stay safe, compliant, and...
Site ManagementMechanical Engineering
25 days ago
Project Engineer - Water & Wastewater
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€60000 per annum
You are a capable and driven Project Engineer looking to support ongoing work across water and wastewater treatment projects. Based from Co Cork you will cover a range of municipa...
Electrical EngineeringMechanical Engineering
25 days ago
M&E Coordinator - Residential Projects - Dublin & ...
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€80000 per annum
Are you ready to join one of Ireland’s most dynamic residential developers? You are a driven and experienced M&E Coordinator who can support high-profile residential projects. You...
Mechanical Engineering
25 days ago
Mechanical Estimator
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€65000 per annum
You will be joining a well-established building services contractor with a strong pipeline of work across the commercial, residential, healthcare, and industrial sectors. This rol...
Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringProject Management
25 days ago
M&E Coordinator
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€80000 per annum
Your new company are a leading Irish building contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex and high-quality construction projects across residential, commercial, heal...
Electrical EngineeringProject ManagementMechanical Engineering
25 days ago
Building Services Engineer - €180 million Resident...
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€65000 per annum
We have an exceptional opportunity for a Building Services Engineer to join a leading Tier one contractor for €180 millions residential project in Dublin. This role involves manag...
Electrical EngineeringMechanical Engineering
25 days ago
BIM Coordinator
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€65000 per annum
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Ireland’s leading construction specialists, known for delivering high-quality residential and commercial projects across Dublin and ...
Mechanical Engineering
25 days ago
Mechanical Project Engineer
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€65000 per annum
Your new company are a leading mechanical services provider with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality solutions across commercial, healthcare, retail, and educational se...
Quantity SurveyingMechanical Engineering
25 days ago
Mechanical Estimator
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€60000 per annum
As part of a forward-thinking and experienced team, you will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and competitive tenders for mechanical services, ranging from HVA...
Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringSite Management
25 days ago
MEICA Project Engineer
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€60000 per annum
You’ll be hands-on with the delivery of water and wastewater treatment plants, covering municipal and industrial installations, drinking water treatment, and pumping stations based...
Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringProject Management
26 days ago
MEP Pre - Construction Manager
Kildare, County Kildare, Ireland
€100000 per annum
As an MEP Pre-Construction Manager, you will play a key role in the successful planning and development of major design and build projects across Ireland and the EU. Based in Co K...
Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringSite ManagementCivil Engineering
27 days ago
Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater
Kildare, County Kildare, Ireland
€70000 per annum
You are a Project Engineer looking to join an experienced team to take the lead on delivering mechanical engineering solutions across water and wastewater treatment plants based ou...
Site ManagementElectrical EngineeringMechanical Engineering
27 days ago
Mechanical & Electrical Site Supervisor - Leading ...
Wicklow, County Wicklow, Ireland
€55000 per annum
You are a proactive and experienced M&E Site Supervisor looking to oversee mechanical and electrical works on a high-quality residential development in Wicklow. This role is key ...
Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringSite Management
27 days ago
Mechanical & Electrical Site Supervisor - Leading ...
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
€55000 per annum
You are a proactive and experienced M&E Site Supervisor looking to oversee mechanical and electrical works on a high-quality residential development in Galway. This role is key t...
Mechanical EngineeringQuantity SurveyingElectrical Engineering
29 days ago
M&E Quantity Surveyor
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€80000 per annum
Operating from the Cork base, your new company are a specialist engineering and construction business delivering high-quality infrastructure across sectors including transportation...
Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringProject Management
29 days ago
Project Manager - Water Infrastructure
Carlow, County Carlow, Ireland
€75000 per annum
Your new company are a steadily growing company working primarily in the water and wastewater sector. Focus is on delivering high-quality, technically sound engineering solutions t...
Mechanical Engineering
29 days ago
Commercial Boiler Maintenance Technician
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€60000 per annum
A leading mechanical and maintenance contractor, based in Dublin, is looking to bring a skilled Commercial Boiler Maintenance Technician on board. This is a field-based role coveri...
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