Graduate Project Engineer
About this role
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.
Company at a glance
With today's global energy sector undergoing constant change, Omexom works with its clients in delivering on the promises of the energy transition.
Omexom relies on its expertise in the field of power grids to anticipate the impact of renewable energies, develop storage solutions, make smarter infrastructures and meet new consumption trends.
Its solutions are aimed at those who produce, transform and transport electricity, right up to and including local authorities.
As systems Integrator, Omexom always and only selects the options best suited for each need, remaining totally independent when it comes to integrating technological options.
Omexom is a VINCI Energies brand
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