Mechanical Site Engineer

About MSL Engineering Ltd.

MSL Engineering Ltd. is a mechanical engineering contractor focused on delivering work to the highest standards of craftsmanship, safety, quality, and dependability. The company aims to meet and exceed client expectations through honest, respectful, and integrity-led relationships that create long-term value for clients, employees, and the wider community.

The organisation’s long-term ambition is to be internationally recognised as a leading standard-setter in mechanical project delivery, engineering design, and offsite modular fabrication. Backed by a strong delivery team and a track record of successful project completion, the company strives to provide innovative solutions that help clients succeed worldwide.

Role Overview

This site-based mechanical engineering position sits within a construction environment and reports to the Construction Manager or Lead Engineer. The role covers key areas such as safety, construction, quality, and commercial support, with responsibility for a defined section of the project.

Key Duties

• Support mechanical contracting activities across safety, construction, quality, and commercial matters.
• Prepare piping and equipment construction work packs.
• Review and approve piping test packs for pre-test, pressure test, and post-test stages.
• Track field welds and maintain weld histories for inclusion in piping test packs.
• Coordinate site activities between the mechanical team and other disciplines.
• Take responsibility for engineering matters within a designated construction area.
• Address engineering questions and technical issues directly in the field.
• Work alongside the MSL piping supervisor to help drive progress in the assigned area.
• Provide weekly progress updates for the specific work zone.
• Compile weekly variation updates from the area supervisor and pass them to the MSL cost engineer.
• Understand the full scope of the MSL contract to identify possible variation work on site.
• Confirm that equipment is installed correctly within the assigned area.
• Use Navisworks 3D models to provide technical support to the piping supervisor.
• Make sure all required materials, fabricated pipe spools, and supports are available on site so the schedule can be maintained.
• Work with the MSL QA lead to ensure piping systems in the area are handed over to the client on time.

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of piping isometrics and P&IDs is essential.
• At least 3 to 5 years of experience in construction engineering or in a trade supervisor role.
• Ability to manage engineering tasks within a defined site area.
• Comfort working with Navisworks and coordinating technical information on site.
• Experience handling progress reporting, variations, and site coordination.

Additional Information

MSL Engineering Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to making the recruitment process fair and accessible for all candidates. The company aims to attract and retain the best talent and values diversity in the workplace.

Due to the urgent nature of this hire, only candidates who already have the correct work permits in place can be considered. Applications without the required visa status will not be reviewed.

Interested candidates may contact the recruitment team at recruitment@mslengineering.ie for more information. For a confidential discussion, Jennie can also be reached at +353 86 127 7250.