Project Engineer

Salary: € 55,000 - € 65,000 per annum. DOE

Location: Co. Cork

Position: Full time

About the Opportunity

Our client is a well-established engineering solutions provider specialising in the design, manufacture, installation and commissioning of process equipment and systems for highly regulated manufacturing environments. Working with leading organisations across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food & beverage, dairy and life sciences sectors, they have built a strong reputation for engineering excellence, quality delivery and long-term client partnerships.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Project Engineer to join a growing engineering team and gain exposure to diverse, technically challenging projects from concept through to commissioning.

The Role

As a Project Engineer, you will play a key role in the delivery of process engineering projects, supporting the design, procurement, installation and commissioning of complex process systems.

You will work within a multidisciplinary project team, taking ownership of smaller projects and supporting senior engineers on larger-scale programmes. The role offers significant client interaction, technical responsibility and opportunities for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual process and engineering solutions to meet client requirements.
• Prepare technical proposals and project documentation.
• Deliver detailed engineering design across process, mechanical and instrumentation disciplines.
• Collaborate with electrical and controls teams to support integrated system design.
• Manage material procurement and subcontractor coordination.
• Oversee and review engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Support project safety, quality and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT) and commissioning activities.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practices.

Required Experience

Essential

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or related discipline.
• 3–5 years' experience in a Project Engineering role.
• Experience delivering projects within one or more of the following sectors:
• Pharmaceutical
• Biotechnology
• Food & Beverage
• Dairy Manufacturing
• Life Sciences
• Strong technical problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Demonstrated initiative and commitment to delivering quality outcomes.

Desirable

• Experience working with process equipment manufacturers, systems integrators or mechanical contractors.
• Exposure to fabrication, installation and commissioning activities.
• Familiarity with regulated manufacturing environments and validation processes.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be:

• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Ambitious with a desire to develop technically and professionally.
• Comfortable taking ownership and responsibility for project delivery.
• Customer-focused with strong relationship management skills.
• Committed to quality, safety and continuous improvement.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Annual performance-related bonus.
• Pension scheme.
• Life assurance and income protection benefits.
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
• Training, professional development and chartership support.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Exposure to industry-leading clients and projects.