Job Description

ABOUT US

EDC was established in 2003 and thanks to our quality-driven approach to engineering and early-adopt ethos we have grown during a period when most companies in this sector have struggled. We have continued to increase our workload and deliver quality, innovative engineering.

As pioneers in the design of low-energy, high-performance buildings and systems, EDC fully supports the importance placed on sustainability, and welcomes the challenges this presents. We are the first BIM Level 2 Certified Consultancy in the UK and Ireland and deliver projects from our four offices in Ireland – Cork, Limerick, Galway & Dublin, our UK office based in London and our Turkey Office based in Istanbul. EDC has also seen significant recent expansion overseas in the African Market.

OUR MISSION

Committed to delivering excellence in MEP & sustainability services where we can add positive impact to the environment and our society.

OUR VISION

To be recognised as the UK and Ireland's leading experts in sustainable MEP engineering, known for excellence in delivery, innovation, and a commitment to a resilient, environmentally responsible future achieved by putting our people first and investing in their continuous development.

THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

For this role, we are looking for a Senior Engineer who can lead change and mentor engineers within their team ensuring best-in-class engineering. As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with EDC, you will be expected to have a thorough understanding of the theoretical and practical application of their engineering discipline, and a strong understanding of the other disciplines offered by the company while also leading and managing the full Mechanical Design on projects of all sizes.

• Lead and manage full Mechanical Design on projects of all sizes always demonstrating Client care.
• Provide quality control for Mechanical engineering projects across all offices.
• Project cost control.
• Management of both project teams and cross-functional teams within the organisational structure.
• Travel to client and project locations as required to represent EDC for meetings/ surveys/training etc.
• Liaise and collaborate with other EDC offices for all matters as appropriate.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum Degree level in Mechanical Engineering
• 5 + years Building Services Consultancy Design experience.
• Expert user of Microsoft Office
• Experience with thermal modelling, energy assessment, dynamic energy modelling software is advantageous.
• Commercial sector knowledge and BIM experience a strong advantage.
• Chartership Desirable.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Proven experience of delivering detailed designs through the full design cycle.
• Expert knowledge and experience in the following Mechanical design areas: Water Services, Heating / LTHW, HVAC, Fuel, above- ground drainage and BMS.
• Deep knowledge of Irish building regulations, particularly TGD part B, F, G, L and the ability to demonstrate this knowledge in design and project lead.
• Excel at working on several projects simultaneously and show the ability to prioritise and plan work.
• Ability to lead projects internally and externally and be responsible for project performances, including satisfied clients, profitable projects, and maintaining EDC’s reputation to enable repeat work.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of other building disciplines in the design and installation of buildings.
• Exhibit leadership qualities while working as part of a team.
• Ability to make prompt, disciplined project decisions.
• Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
• Commercial Awareness.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Overtime / Time In Lieu / Flexitime
• Performance & Development Management, including Annual salary reviews and Annual Performance related Bonus Payment
• Annual Wellbeing Payment
• Company matched pension scheme & Death in service benefit
• Industry leading 28 Days Leave
• Educational & Masters pathway support
• 1 extra week’s paid leave on reaching 5th Anniversary
• Chartership pathway & paid membership fees
• Engineering excellence weekend with Team EDC- Previous locations include Killarney, Edinburgh, Bantry, Brighton, Aran Islands.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual health checks
• Flexible & remote working all year round
• 1 month continuous remote working from any location, once a year. (Work from anywhere for 1 month, once a year)
• Highly accredited People Experience Promise (Engineering Excellence, Together) focusing on Winning, Growth, Innovation, Leadership and People Focus.
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Employee of the Quarter & Year - Financial reward and public recognition

OUR HIRING PROCESS

We know you live a busy life and so, we have adopted a hiring process that is targeted and streamlined. We focus on your fit with EDC as well as your technical skill match.

APPLY – REVIEW – INTERVIEW – OFFER - ONBOARDING

Apply: Find an open role that interests you with EDC via one of our recruitment channels.

Review: Applications are read by real engineering managers who are both experts in interpreting resumes and are familiar with all EDC’s jobs within a talent segment—not just the one you applied for.

Interview: We use a competencies-based interviewing process that is intended to help us minimize unconscious bias while also making sure we hire people who will thrive within EDC.

Offer: We ensure we come back as quickly as possible with regards to whether you will be made an offer. If you verbally accept, we will send through an official written offer and begin the onboarding process.

Recruitment Agencies: We work with a select group of preferred recruitment partners. Unsolicited CVs submitted by agencies not on our preferred supplier list will not be accepted and no fees will be payable unless agreed in writing prior to submission.