Mechanical Design Engineer

Lawler Consulting is a successful multi-disciplinary building services engineering business. Our headquarters are based in Kilkenny and a client base that stretches across Ireland, the UK, Europe, and the Middle East.

Our CIBSE award-winning practice has successfully completed more than 6,500 commissions, demonstrating extensive in-house experience through numerous projects. We emphasize staff development, learning, and progression. As we enter an accelerated growth phase across several sectors, we seek professional & enthusiastic Engineers to meet our service demands.

We are currently looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer (Intermediate/Senior level, depending on experience) to join our team for a variety of projects.

This vacancy is based at our Head Office in Kilkenny. The role initially requires working in the office for the first 6 months, with potential for hybrid options thereafter, depending on experience and agreement.

• Design Mechanical Services installations for Buildings in sectors such as Educational, Healthcare, Residential, Commercial & Retail, including HVAC, Water Services, Soils & Wastes, Gas, and Building Automation Control Systems, adhering to current regulations and standards.
• Demonstrate strong technical ability in Mechanical / Building Services Engineering & Design.
• Create detailed mechanical design layouts, schematics, and calculations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project goals.
• Independently address design and technical challenges to achieve optimal solutions.
• Collaborate with clients and project engineers to define requirements and develop technical solutions.
• Develop and agree on design processes and deliverables.
• Produce accurate budget estimates, assess contractor progress claims & variations.
• Maintain project documentation according to ISO standards.
• Participate in QA audits, peer reviews, and technical workshops.
• Stay informed on design trends through seminars, CPDs, and exhibitions.
• Conduct site inspections and prepare reports on mechanical systems, sourcing budget info and data for project teams.
• Review mechanical service submittals for compliance.
• Monitor project timelines to ensure timely and within-budget delivery of mechanical designs.
• Lead projects from a design perspective, including technical queries, development, services coordination, and review of submittals.
• Mentor Junior and Intermediate engineers where relevant.
• Assist with tender bids, including technical reports and budget estimates.
• Report to the Associate Director / Director on project performance.

• Minimum Level 7 Degree / Diploma in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering or equivalent.
• Ideally 5+ years' experience in design within an engineering consultancy.
• Proven mechanical engineering design experience in a design office.
• Ability to lead & deliver projects complying with regulations and standards.
• Ability to work within a team and independently.
• Experience in multidisciplinary teams and client-facing roles.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Uphold ethics and Lawler values, demonstrating integrity and reliability.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems including Soils & Waste, Plumbing, Ventilation & A/C, Building Automation, in line with Irish Regulations.
• Experience with ISO standards and project scopes.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Magicad, 3D energy modeling tools like IES (preferred), and MS Office.
• Knowledge of current Design Guides, Building Regulations, EN Standards.
• Full Clean European Drivers Licence or in process.
• Proof of right to work in Ireland for EU/EEA nationals; valid work and residence permissions for non-EU/EEA nationals.

• Subsidized private healthcare
• Pension
• Great work-life balance
• Bike to work scheme
• Paid professional subscription fees
• Support for Chartership (IEI, CIBSE)
• Challenging and diverse projects
• Innovative design systems
• Company social events
• Inclusive and diverse culture
• Close collaboration with senior management
• Client exposure
• Part of an award-winning consultancy
• Career progression supported by CPD
• Chartership application support
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Generous annual leave
• Early finish every Friday