Civil Design Engineer

Civil Design Engineer - 1
  • €50,000 - 65,000
  • Limerick, Republic of Ireland
  • Full Time

Design Engineer – Wastewater 

About Your New Employer

  • Join a leading engineering contractor delivering high-impact water and wastewater infrastructure projects for private and public sector clients.
  • Benefit from a supportive, collaborative culture focused on technical quality, innovation, sustainability, and continuous professional development.
  • Enjoy clear career progression and strong mentoring opportunities within a growing, multidisciplinary engineering team.

About Your New Job

As a Design Engineer in the Wastewater Division, you will:

  • Develop design documents, technical drawings, and details for wastewater infrastructure projects.
  • Ensure all designs prioritise safety, environmental performance, constructability, and commercial efficiency.
  • Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams covering civil, hydraulic, environmental, structural, and project management disciplines.
  • Liaise with clients and other stakeholders to support the design process and approval.
  • Undertake site visits and technical assessments to inform and validate design decisions.
  • Identify and implement opportunities for sustainability and innovation in design solutions.
  • Stay up to date with the latest industry standards, guidance, and technology through continuous professional development.

What Skills You Need

  • Proven experience with AutoCAD and ArcGIS.
  • Experience in a similar design engineering role, preferably on Uisce Éireann wastewater projects.
  • Strong understanding of wastewater infrastructure design requirements and project delivery.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders to deliver practical, robust solutions.
  • Initiative, independent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work autonomously when required.
  • Excellent communication skills and a high level of professionalism and motivation.
  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline (Level 7/8 or equivalent) is desirable.
  • Progress toward professional accreditation is an advantage.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Structured mentoring, CPD, and professional development support.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work on high-impact, market-leading wastewater and water infrastructure projects.
  • Clear career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
  • Regular team events and a collaborative workplace culture.

What's Next

Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button or reach out for a confidential chat. If this role isn’t quite right but you’re interested in exploring similar positions, please get in touch. We have multiple temporary, contract, and permanent engineering roles available.

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Reasonable Accommodations

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