Job Title: Project Engineer
Sectors: Chemical / Petrochemical / Oil & Gas / Manufacturing / Process Plant / Air Separation / Cryogenics
Location: Cork, Ireland
Employment Type: Permanent
Package: Competitive salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Pension + Holiday Allowance
About the Opportunity:
We are currently seeking three experienced Project Engineers to join a globally recognised engineering organisation on a permanent basis, following the award of multiple new projects.
Based in Cork, this role offers an exciting opportunity to be a key player in the delivery of complex engineering projects from concept through to realisation. Project values typically range between €100k and €3M and span across internal business investments and third-party client work throughout Ireland and the UK.
As a Project Engineer, you will support senior project managers and work within a multidisciplinary engineering team to ensure the successful execution of projects—on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and support the execution of engineering projects from initial studies through to delivery.
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Prepare feasibility studies, cost estimates, and proposals for a variety of capital projects.
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Coordinate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
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Oversee project progress in line with safety, health, environmental, and quality (SHEQ) standards.
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Manage communication between stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams to ensure seamless delivery.
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
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Degree, HNC or HND in a relevant engineering discipline (Process, Mechanical, Electrical, or equivalent).
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Minimum 3 years of industrial experience within a process, energy, or manufacturing environment.
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Demonstrated experience in the successful delivery of engineering projects on time, to budget and to required standards.
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Strong understanding of SHEQ principles in a project environment.
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Candidates must have the right to work in Ireland.
What We Value:
We are proud to promote a culture of inclusion, respect, and equality. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in the engineering sector. Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and empowered to contribute to their fullest potential.