Mechanical Project Engineer

Position overview

EM3 is seeking a motivated mechanical engineer with around five or more years of relevant experience to support the delivery of energy efficiency and decarbonisation initiatives. This is a technically strong, delivery-focused role, well suited to progression toward senior and project-lead positions within an energy consultancy setting.

Key responsibilities

Project delivery and engineering support

• Support the mechanical design and execution of energy-related projects, including HVAC, compressed air, heat recovery, steam, hot water and thermal systems, and refrigeration and process cooling systems
• Contribute to feasibility studies, concept design and detailed engineering under senior engineer guidance
• Assist with site surveys, data collection and system validation

Design and technical documentation

• Prepare mechanical engineering calculations, specifications and technical documentation
• Develop drawings, schematics and tender information
• Contribute to energy modelling and system performance analysis

Project coordination

• Collaborate with project managers, senior engineers and cross-disciplinary teams
• Support contractor engagement during installation, commissioning and handover
• Attend site meetings and resolve technical queries
• Review tender documentation, contractor proposals and technical clarifications from cost-benefit and risk perspectives

Client and stakeholder engagement

• Interface with client engineering and operations teams
• Prepare technical reports and present findings clearly
• Understand the importance of client value, repeatability and practical implementation

Continuous improvement

• Stay informed of emerging technologies and best practices in industrial energy systems
• Contribute ideas to improve performance, safety and reliability

Core competencies and skills

• Mechanical engineering fundamentals: a strong grounding in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics and mechanical systems design
• Industrial utilities exposure: experience with HVAC, steam systems, compressed air, chilled water or process utilities
• Project mindset: comfortable managing multiple projects with structure, accountability and attention to detail, maintaining accurate records for project reporting, governance and commercial control
• Commercial awareness: an understanding of project cost drivers, value engineering and commercial design implications, supporting delivery in line with agreed scopes, programmes and budgets
• Technical documentation: experience producing calculations, reports and engineering deliverables for client and contractor use
• Regulations and standards: familiarity with Irish and EU standards (CIBSE, ASHRAE, PED, IS/EN)
• Communication: professional engagement with colleagues, clients and contractors

Experience and qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline
• Typically five or more years' experience in mechanical engineering roles, ideally within energy, industrial, utilities, engineering consultancy or technical project delivery
• Energy efficiency or decarbonisation project experience is advantageous but not essential
• Chartered Engineer status, or working toward chartership, is desirable but not required
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit or similar design tools, with energy modelling software preferred
• Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits (€48,772 – €59,610)
• Company bonus structure and sales bonus scheme
• Paid time off
• Healthcare plan
• Company contribution retirement plan
• Life assurance
• Income protection scheme
• Flexible work schedule with work-from-home opportunities
• A focus on learning and development
• Health and well-being programmes
• Career opportunities
• Travel opportunities
• Professional body membership
• Employee referral programme
• Sports and social events

About EM3

EM3 is a market-leading energy consultancy, delivering end-to-end energy management and engineering solutions to large-scale industrial clients. Headquartered in Limerick, with offices in Madrid and Chicago, we employ over 75 professionals and specialise in energy auditing, ISO 50001 systems, energy monitoring and decarbonisation project delivery across manufacturing, food and beverage, pharma, medical devices and data centre sectors. EM3 operates as part of SHV Energy, a global organisation spanning 25 countries.

Diversity and inclusion

EM3 is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation or disability.