Graduate / Project Geotechnical Design Engineer

Graduate or Project Geotechnical Design Engineer

Fehily Timoney and Company (FT) is one of Ireland’s largest Irish owned consultants with centres of excellence in Sustainable Infrastructure, Waste & Resource Management and Renewables. 

FT is seeking to recruit a Graduate or Project Geotechnical Design Engineer to join our Sustainable Infrastructure team in either one of our offices in Cork, Carlow or Dublin. The post will suit candidates with a Civil Engineering Degree or Geology Degree with a Masters in Geotechnical Engineering, who is keen to apply their professional skills and gain experience in a dynamic civil, structural, geotechnical and environmental engineering practice.

Is FT the right fit for you?

Ready to take the next step? Does FT sound like the right fit for you? Reach out to us at earlycareers@ftco.ie today. Your application will be handled with complete confidentiality and will be considered immediately upon receipt.

What would my main responsibilities be in this role?

• Geotechnical engineering design including roads, highways, active travel and greenways earthworks, slope stability, retaining structures and structural foundations
• Peat assessment and stability
• Planning and managing CAD documentation, working closely with CAD Technicians
• Working closely with other Engineers, Scientists and Graduates
• Attend onsite meetings with the client and other professionals
• Ensure projects are delivered to the timescales, quality and costs agreed with the client
• Ensure compliance with our Quality Assurance and Management Systems
• Ensure compliance with the relevant Health and Safety legislation 

 Am I the right person for the role?

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology with a Masters in Geotechnical Engineering
• Interested in working towards or working towards Chartered Engineer status
• Experienced in the geotechnical engineering design of Infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with AutoCAD
• Working knowledge of geotechnical design software
• Experience working in a Consulting Engineering or similar company
• Excellent communication, management, analytical and organisational skills required
• Experience working and co-ordinating with technical specialists and engineers
• Efficient work methods, functioning both as part of team and on own initiative
• Experience organizing and delivering complex tasks involving multiple parties within a short timeframe
• The ability to adopt and work to new procedures and systems
• Must be prepared to travel to site visits and client meetings
• A full clean driving licence

Why Join FT?

Join our team and enjoy a premium benefits package that features:

• Continuous Professional Development

  We’re passionate about helping you grow, providing resources and training opportunities for ongoing professional development and to encourage your creative thinking. Team members have 5 CPD learning days per year. FT’s commitment to CPD is recognised through our CPD Accredited Employer standard.

• Employee Experience

  When you join FT, you’re becoming part of a vibrant community – not just a workplace – where continuous learning, personal growth and development are at the core of what we do.   

• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

  In FT, we don’t just talk about equality—we live it through our vibrant culture that celebrates diversity, promotes inclusion, and prioritises your wellbeing with dedicated programs. FT is proud of our commitment and is accredited for inclusive and diverse practices.

• Family Benefits

  We view employees as individuals with full and busy lives outside of the workplace. We aim to celebrate life’s joyful moments and provide support during challenging times. We also provide compassionate leave and paid sick leave when needed. 

• Financial

  FT offer competitive compensation packages, full support for professional membership fees, and gifts each year to show our appreciation for all staff contributions.  Complimentary parking is available at each of our offices.

• Wellbeing

  We believe that true wellbeing encompasses both physical and mental health. 
  Employees in our Dublin office can enjoy complimentary gym membership, and all staff have access to flu vaccines and regular health screenings. We also offer a bike to work scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme, and support from our inhouse mental health first aid team.

• Work Life Balance

  FT offers a flexible range of benefits designed to support our employees’ wellbeing including early weekend starts with shorter Fridays, hot desking in our offices, hybrid working options, flexi start system, 22 to 27 days annual leave and 4 company days per year.