Graduate Project Engineer

OMEXOM · SCT, GB

RemotePublished Jul 20, 2026

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About the 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.

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