Lead Mechanical Engineer | Milan
Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years. To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects. To work with a vibrant, agile and multi‑functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards. To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability. To work with the best. Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations.
About Kirby Group Engineering
Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi‑disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high‑value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK and Europe, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.
Role Purpose
As Mechanical Engineer you will be responsible for the engineering activities on a specific construction project. The activities associated with the project will vary and will be agreed with the Project Manager on an ongoing basis. You will co‑ordinate the technical design with the onsite installation through to the successful commissioning, ensuring that the Kirby Group vision, mission & values are fulfilled.
Mechanical Engineer Responsibilities

Collect all design documents and drawings.
Attend project handover meetings.
Evaluate value engineering or cost saving opportunities.
Prepare coordinated drawings covering mechanical, electrical sprinkler, structural, and architectural elements.
Review and understand project design specifications and drawings, and ensure compliance of coordinated drawings and technical submittals.
Assist in the production of weekly progress reports.
Assist in the compilation and assessment of technical submittals.
Process requisitions and generate purchase orders.
Verify receipt (RV) of equipment and materials arriving on site.
Clarify queries with the design team through the RFI system.
Understand the commercial fundamentals of a project, including profit plans, potential variation logs, and take‑offs.
Liaise and coordinate with members of the design team, contractors, and in‑house project team on technical and commercial issues.
Attend technical meetings with the design team, contractors, and in‑house project team.
Carry out document control, recording, and transmitting information using File Key.
Prepare method statements and risk assessments for production activities.
Organize and assess the work of sub‑contractors.
Carry out quality control through inspections and snagging, including walking down P&ID’s and layout drawings.
Populate test packs and track them.

Necessary Requirements of the Mechanical Engineer

3rd level qualification in Building Services Engineering / Mechanical Engineering or Senior Trades qualification or equivalent
Significant project engineering experience of 4 years+ with a mechanical contractor
Previous record of delivering small to medium mechanical projects (Commercial, Industrial, pharma, data‑centre type projects)
Commercial awareness
Capability of walking down mechanical systems to ensure compliance with specification
Experience developing technical submittals, completing technical reviews and assessments
Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental systems and procedures – knowledge of the team, their strengths and weaknesses
The ability to multi‑task and manage many priorities
Excellent communicator / strong interpersonal skills / communicates with impact
Excellent record keeper and administration skills
Leads and influences others
Innovates and leads in mechanical / technical activity and challenges
Plans and effectively manages projects
Solves problems analytically and acts decisively
Is process‑driven and focuses on EHS and Quality Work Management Systems and Processes
Mentor and coach to junior engineers and graduates

For more information on this Mechanical Engineer / Project Engineer position or other Mechanical Engineer / Electrical Engineer opportunities based in Ireland, the UK or Europe contact Kirby Group Talent Acquisitions Team confidentially on +353 (0)1 454 0411 or apply in confidence.
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