Job description
Job Title: Graduate Project Engineer Reporting to: Senior Project Manager Business Unit: Substations Role Purpose The successful applicant will work under the guidance of experienced Engineers and Project Managers, gaining hands-on experience across civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines while developing the technical and leadership skills required for their future career.
Responsibilities
& duties Including but not limited to: Site Engineering Support
- Supporting the development and implementation of planning, monitoring, and control tools to ensure efficient project execution.
- Tracking project progress and ensuring work is completed in line with quality standards, budget constraints, and deadlines, while helping to identify and mitigate risks early.
- Interfacing with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support site engineers with daily checks, quality inspections, and record keeping.
- Assist in compiling final records, inspection and test plans and as-built records. Support the coordination of subcontractors, plant, and materials on site. Safety, Health, Environment, Sustainability & Quality (SHESQ)
- Promote a strong safety culture in line with Omexom values and procedures.
- Participate in daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
- Ensure all site activities comply with Omexom and client environmental and quality standards. Report near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions promptly. Technical & Project Support
- Assist with the preparation of method statements, inspection test plans (ITPs), and work packs.
- Work with design and project teams to resolve technical queries and ensure constructability. Contribute to daily site diaries and progress reporting. Learning & Development
- Gain experience across the full project lifecycle — from pre-construction and access planning through to commissioning and handover.
- Participate in internal training via the Omexom Institute or equivalent programmes. Skills and Experience Required Essential
- Undergraduate engineering student (NFQ Level 8, or equivalent).
- Strong interest in power transmission, infrastructure, or construction sectors. Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Confident using and interpreting technical drawings.
- Good IT skills (i.e. MS Office, AutoCAD, or similar).
- Willingness to travel and work across remote project locations. Desirable
- Relevant placement or site experience within utilities, renewables, or construction/infrastructure projects.
- Awareness of site safety requirements.
- Understanding of site documentation processes.
- Full ROI driving license and access to own vehicle. Key Attributes
- An aspiring project engineer, eager to contribute to the energy transition and take part in impactful renewable energy projects.
- Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
- Reliable, organised, and able to adapt to changing site priorities.
- Demonstrates integrity, teamwork, and a commitment to safe working. Values In line with Omexom’s values, the jobholder must have the following qualities: Team Spirit & Generosity – able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support, and drive performance. Trust and Empowerment – enjoy managing their responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally. Integrity and Responsibility – enjoy taking responsibility for their duties and managing these effectively to ensure efficient high-quality results. Innovation & Entrepreneurship – continually strive to improve processes and introduce new initiatives to improve efficiency.