Graduate Civil Engineer

🌍 Job Title: Graduate Civil Engineer

Division: Water

Location: Dublin, Ireland

💡 About Us

Ayesa Engineering is a global consultancy with more than 3,200 employees. Its UK & Ireland business combines the strength and resources of an international organisation with the agility and autonomy typically associated with an SME.

Operating in 16 countries across 40 disciplines, Ayesa Engineering generates annual revenues of approximately €312 million and has established a strong international reputation across a broad range of engineering sectors. Its expertise spans water and flood infrastructure, transportation, marine and coastal engineering, geoscience, environmental services, energy, and building structures.

The UK & Ireland teams deliver technically complex and varied projects that enable professionals to develop broad expertise rather than being confined to highly specialised roles. This provides the opportunity to make a meaningful local impact while benefiting from the stability, technical knowledge, and career development opportunities of a well-established global consultancy.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the design and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Ireland, including water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations and pipeline networks.
• Assist senior engineers in developing engineering designs, technical drawings, specifications and calculations.
• Contribute to feasibility studies, site assessments, design reports and technical documentation.
• Support the design of water distribution networks, wastewater collection systems, drainage infrastructure and treatment processes.
• Assist with hydraulic modelling and engineering analysis using relevant design software.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and environmental engineers.
• Attend site visits, inspections and project meetings to support design development and construction activities.
• Assist with the preparation of tender documentation, technical submissions and project cost estimates.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant Irish and European engineering standards.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, local authorities and other project stakeholders under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Support project management activities, including monitoring deliverables, programmes, budgets and technical risks.
• Develop technical knowledge and professional competencies while working towards Chartered Engineer status with Engineers Ireland.

What You Bring

• Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Recent graduate or up to 2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong interest in water and wastewater infrastructure, treatment processes and environmental engineering.
• Basic understanding of water distribution networks, wastewater collection systems, pumping stations and treatment facilities.
• Knowledge of engineering design principles, technical calculations and relevant design standards.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar engineering design software.
• Good understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Willingness to undertake site visits and travel to project locations across Ireland.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland.

What We Offer:

We offer a competitive salary package along with a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your professional growth and enhance your overall well-being:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary package to attract and retain top talent in the industry.

• Flexible Working: Enjoy flexible working hours and hybrid working, allowing you to achieve a better work-life balance.

• Employer Pension Match Scheme: We offer a pension match scheme to help you secure your financial future.

• Income Protection: Receive support in safeguarding your income in the event of illness or injury.

• Life Assurance: Gain peace of mind with life assurance coverage.

• Training and Development Programme: Access a range of training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.

• Family & Well-Being Support: Benefit from our Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits and our confidential support services to address personal or professional challenges, included in our Employee Assistance Programme.

• Sports and Social: Engage in our vibrant sports and social activities to foster a sense of community and well-being among our team members.

• Increased Annual Leave: 25 days’ annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, enjoy increased annual leave entitlements based on years of service.

• Recognition Awards: Receive recognition for your contributions through our awards program, celebrating achievements and excellence.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.