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Graduate Project Engineer
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Anderson Mc Que is recruiting for our client, a world leader in the water and utilities sector.
Reports to: Projects Lead
Job Function: To generate technical drawings and design documentation.
Requirements
Education: B.Eng. Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering
Skills and Experience:

• Ability to solve problems and meet project deadlines.
• Ability to create P & I D drawings and write Functional design Specifications.
• Be cost-conscious and be able to critically analyse new and existing designs to generate cost reductions.
• Have experience of managing multiple projects and are familiar with using project plans.
• Have strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Have excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical disciplines.
• An awareness of the potential risks to health and safety on all clients' properties.

Duties and Responsibilities
Engineering Drawings:

• Produce as directed accurate and readable engineering drawings (Auto Cad type) in accordance with company Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Process and Instrumentation Drawings (Process Flow Schematics)
• Plant Room Layout Drawings
• General Arrangement Drawings for engineered skids

Design Documents/Turnover:

• Generate schedules for the procured Equipment, Valves and instruments for each project. Assist service department on the generation of Spares and consumables schedules for each project.
• Collate all Water Treatment System O&M Documentation and Certification in presentable files and prepare the necessary copies for the client as directed and ensure that a copy is available and accessible in-house.
• Ensure that all Water Treatment System Documentation and Certification provided by our suppliers and contractors is traceable to the equipment supplied.
• Prepare a “hand-over” pack for the Service Department system commissioning engineer.
• Transfer project documentation to central archive post project execution.

Validation Documentation:

• Produce validation documentation as directed which comprehensively test the system supplied, i.e. Installation Qualification protocols, Commissioning Sheets, and Operation Qualification protocols, in accordance with the required contract programme and the company procedure and work instructions.
• Ensure that all validation documentation is correctly completed by the Company and the Client and ensure that a copy is available and accessible in-house.

Miscellaneous:

• Where required, attend Factory Acceptance tests (FATs) to assist with verification and execution of validation documentation.
• Attend “hand-over” meetings.
• From Sales to Contracts department to identify and understand the documentation requirements for the project.
• From contracts to Service department to outline the documentation generated for the project
• Comply with Departmental changes implemented to improve operations.
• Attend training courses as required.

Project Engineer Support:
As a Graduate Engineer, you will provide Engineering support for the Project engineer.
The key responsibilities of the Project Engineer role are described below.
Proposal & Contract stage:

• Discuss the enquiry with the Engineering Manager, or appointed delegate, or Client to determine key criteria such as final water quality specification; preferred purification technologies; scope of supply; contract budget and timeframe.
• Prepare and submit Design and Commercial Proposals to clients and follow-up as necessary to secure a Purchase Order.
• Obtain the contract of acceptance in writing from the client and acknowledge receipt of the order.
• Attend “hand-over” meetings from Sales to Contracts to identify and understand the conditions of contract and ensure that the Purchase Order reflects the scope of the work.
• Conduct Design Reviews to check that the sales design complies with the contract requirements, procurement budgets and installation method statements before it is adopted.
• Check through the water analysis, the mechanical / hydraulic and electrical engineering design requirements of the proposed system.
• Establish an accurate personnel administration and record system and maintain these in compliance with QA procedures.
• Produce a contract programme, schedule and other administrative documents for each contract and issue these to the relevant people, ensuring that the contract programme is always on schedule and the conditions of contract adhered to.
• Monitor progress, prepare progress reports and attend weekly progress meetings.
• Ensure that all potential variations are identified, quantified and agreed with the clients’ agents in accordance with the contract procedure.
• Obtain appropriate assistance and input from other people / departments in a timely manner to meet the contract requirements.
• Advise the Engineering Manager, or appointed delegate, of the technical standards and specifications of the contract and include these with the procurement documents.
• Prepare a “hand-over” pack for the Service Department and schedule system commissioning.
• Project-manage all contracts assigned until hand-over to the client.
• Carry-out a post contract meeting with the Engineering Manager, or appointed delegate, and other departments with a view to improving contract performance.

Finance:

• Prepare and ensure completion and “sign-off” of Proposal Design Sheets and Cost Sheets.
• Review the cost sheet and necessary resources for successful completion of the contract.
• Prepare a Cost Sheet for each contract with prior agreement from the Finance Director and Engineering Manager, or appointed delegate.
• Agree the Cost Sheet and progress valuations with the client and liaise with the Finance Director to ensure that payment is being made by the client in accordance with the schedule.
• Procure cost-effective equipment in compliance with the agreed project programme, terms and conditions and client specification and ensure that goods and services are available on time.
• Monitor the contract for Scope, Time and Budget variations and generate a Variations Engineering Cost Sheet for approval and signature by the client before work commences.
• Prepare cost spreadsheets to determine the contract value and margin. Monitor, maintain and improve the contract margin where possible without compromising technical quality or standards.
• Submit Contract Management Reports monthly to the Engineering Manager, or appointed delegate, indicating margin position.

Customer Liaison:

• Represent the Company on all matters relating to the contract and control all related correspondence and documentation.
• Carry out all client communications politely, professionally and courteously, promoting good relations and efficiency and always delivering a professional approach.
• Plan all site operations with the relevant organisations briefed in the technical, safety and timescale requirements of the contract.
• Attend site meetings with the Client, Engineering Consultant and Subcontractor when required and issue the relevant follow-up minutes.
• Ensure that standard and special systems Operating Handbooks are issued to the client in accordance with the contract timeframe and, where appropriate in larger systems, ensure that clients receive a thorough operating training.

Health & Safety:

• Be aware and familiar with the risks associated with particular industries before visiting a site and request from the client details of known health and safety hazards and follow any instructions given, acting in a responsible and aware manner, avoiding undue risks.
• Comply with all health and safety requirements when dealing with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Adhere to all Company and client safety and health regulations and employee obligations.

Graduate Project Engineer Development

• A training and development plan will be designed for you.
• The graduate role will aim to provide the graduate engineer training in our processes and products to allow the engineer progress to the project engineer role.
• This will include internal/external training as required for the role.

Core Competencies
Ownership & Accountability: To work efficiently and effectively and to take full
ownership and accountability for the execution and delivery of the key responsibilities
and tasks defined in this role and to seek direction and approval from the
Engineering Manager, or appointed delegate, where required.
Professional Relationships: To maintain strong and professional relationships with
customers and colleagues, and to deliver excellent service to both to the very best of
your abilities at all times.
Team Player: To proactively contribute to the Company’s success and act as a
responsible team player to support colleagues and the best interests of the Company
at all times.
Continuous Improvement: To commit to the on-going success of the Company and
undertake to actively identify and deliver continuous improvement and growth within
the Company.
IT Skills: The Jobholder commits to continuous learning and the use of the latest IT
equipment and software as required by the role.
Policies & Procedures: To follow Company Directives and adhere to Company
Policies and Procedures at all times.
Flexibility: To demonstrate a flexible approach to working hours in order to cope
with urgent situations and an unexpected workload as well as a willingness to
undertake the additional duties which may be required from time to time by the
Company to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the Engineering
Department.
I am keen to have an initial discussion with anyone who feels this could potentially be of interest. Please, contact us at Anderson Mc Que by sending an up-to-date CV via the link provided to speak further about this opportunity.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From €45,000.00 per year
Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free or subsidised travel
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Are you resident in Ireland?
• Do you hold a B.Eng. in Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering?
• Do you have the ability to solve problems and meet project deadlines?
• Can you create P & I D drawings and write Functional design Specifications?
• Are you cost-conscious and able to critically analyse new and existing designs to generate cost reductions?
• Do you have experience in managing multiple projects, and are you familiar with using project plans?
• Do you have an awareness of the importance of health and safety?

Language:

• fluent Business English (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person