Job Description

Murphy is recruiting an Water Mechanical Engineer to support our expanding Water & Wastewater portfolio, delivering full design‑to‑operation solutions for Uisce Éireann, Northern Ireland Water and other key clients, underpinned by our commitment to delivering safely, responsibly and to the highest standards.

What you will be doing:

• Ensure accuracy of data and clarity of design concepts throughout all project stages.
• Produce work that meets project programme outputs and allocated man‑hour budgets.
• Ensure equipment performance aligns with project and client requirements.
• Deliver all outputs in line with the agreed programme and project milestones.
• Provide high‑quality work that reflects positively in manager and project team feedback.
• Contribute to strong client relationships, demonstrated through indications of customer satisfaction.

Who we are looking for:

• BTEC / HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Experience using Autodesk 3D and 2D CAD packages.
• Ability to develop conceptual arrangement drawings and high‑level architectural visuals at proposal stage.
• Ability to produce detailed pipework layouts and mechanical support details.
• Capable of adapting plans and designs to changing project circumstances.
• Ability to follow designs from initial outline through to site installation and commissioning.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Full driving licence.
• Knowledge of legislative safety and design standards.
• A team player with the ability to work autonomously when required.

What you’ll get in return:

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service
• Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review
• Above market rate contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay
• Generous Private Healthcare Allowance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus
• Extra 2 days holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus
• Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development
• Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc

About Murphy

Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Platinum Investors In People accredited. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages.

If you are unable to apply via the usual process, please call Lee Parker on 0872169246 to discuss in more detail.

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.