We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Design Engineer to join our Telecom, Renewables & Utility team. The successful candidate will support the design and delivery of infrastructure projects across solar, wind, battery energy storage (BESS), telecoms, and grid/utility sectors. This role suits an engineer who enjoys technical variety, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and hands-on involvement from concept design through to construction support.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare civil, structural, and layout designs for renewable energy projects (solar PV, wind, BESS) and telecom/utility infrastructure.
- Develop and maintain detailed CAD drawings, site layouts, and technical schematics in line with client and regulatory requirements.
- Support the preparation of planning application drawings, construction documentation,
and technical specifications.
- Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies to inform design decisions.
- Coordinate with GIS teams to produce accurate site plans, constraint mapping, and spatial analysis.
- Liaise with clients, planning authorities, contractors, and internal multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure designs comply with relevant national and international standards, codes of practice, and health & safety regulations.
- Assist with quality control and review of drawings and documentation produced by
Junior team members.
- Support tender preparation, cost estimation, and technical reports as required.
- Keep up to date with industry developments in renewable energy, telecom, and utility design practices.
Required Skills & Experience
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 2+ years' experience in a design engineering role, ideally within renewables, telecoms,
or utility infrastructure.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD; working knowledge of Revit, QGIS, and BIM.
- Familiarity with renewable energy design tools (e.g. WindPro) is a plus.
- Understanding of Irish and/or UK planning processes and construction documentation
Requirements.
- Strong technical drawing and drafting skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support colleagues across CAD and GIS functions.
Desirable
- Exposure to architectural visualisation tools (e.g. SketchUp, Autocad 3D, 3Ds Max, Blender, etc).
- Prior experience in infrastructure design and developments.
What We Offer
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of renewable energy, telecom, and grid infrastructure projects across Ireland and the UK.
- Opportunities for professional developments.
- A collaborative team environment with scope for technical growth.
- Competitive salary and benefits package
Application Question(s):
- Please provide a portfolio with your CV
Language:
- English (Preferred)
Work Location: In person