Lead Mechanical Engineer | Milan
Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years. Build your career by assisting in delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects. Work with a vibrant, agile and multi‑functional team to deliver projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards. 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 is 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 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 all aspects of the installation, including mechanical, electrical sprinkler, structural and architectural elements
Review and understand project design specifications and drawings, ensuring 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 commercial fundamentals of a project, including profit plans, potential variation logs and take‑offs
Liaise and coordinate with the design team, contractors and in‑house project team on technical and commercial issues
Attend technical meetings with design team members, contractors and in‑house project team
Carry out document control, recording & transmitting information using File Key
Prepare method statements and risk assessments for production activities
Organise and assess the work of sub‑contractors
Carry out quality control through inspections and snagging, including walking down of P&ID’s and layout drawings
Populate test packs and track their progress

Necessary Requirements

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; ability to multi‑task and manage many priorities; excellent communicator and strong interpersonal skills; 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
Process driven with a focus on EHS and Quality Work Management Systems and Processes.
Mentor and Coach to junior engineers and graduates
Provide guidance and support 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 the Kirby Group Talent Acquisition Team confidentially on +353 (0)1 454 0411 or apply in confidence.
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