Graduate Civil/Structural Engineer
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated graduate civil and structural engineer to join our expanding team. The successful candidate will assist in the preparation of high-quality engineering design for a broad range of civil and structural engineering projects. All work carried out in accordance with company ISO 9001 procedures.
This challenging and rewarding position requires an ambitious mindset, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
The successful candidate will primarily work on projects across the West of Ireland, with Galway / Castlebar as their local ORS office base. This provides the opportunity to lead and develop a strong regional project portfolio while working as part of ORS’s wider multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the planning, design, and execution of civil and structural engineering projects, including water resources, group water schemes, retail and residential developments.
Prepare detailed engineering designs, drawings, and specifications using software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other industry-standard tools.
Perform engineering calculations and analyses to support project designs and ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.
Work closely with senior engineers, project managers, and other team members to ensure successful project delivery.
Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to understand project needs and provide technical support.
Revise drawings and layouts to accommodate changes and enhancements.
Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations to communicate project progress and findings.
Ensure accurate and up-to-date project records and documentation.
Willingness and responsive to the demands and coordination of other design team professionals, clients and contractors.
Conduct site visits and surveys to gather data and assess project requirements.
Essential Requirements
Level 8 qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering or equivalent
A master's degree beneficial but not essential.
Experience working on a wide range of projects is beneficial.
You must also have strong working knowledge of the current Irish Building Regulations
Full working knowledge of British and Eurocode Design Standards for Concrete, Steel, Masonry and timber.
You must be proficient using AutoCAD/Revit and be capable of preparing detailed technical designs & drawings to an exceptional standard.
A good knowledge of Robot, Staad PRO-QSE or similar is essential.
Be able to prioritise, work to tight deadlines and deliver projects on time
Excellent written and verbal communication (fluent in English)
Self-motivated with great attention to detail and ability to research a subject
What We Can Offer You
ORS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. We foster a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects and supports their individual strengths and experiences.
Being part of ORS means more than just a job, it means joining a company that invests in you and your ambitions with transparency, structure and support.
We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join ORS, which include:
Competitive salary
Performance-related bonus
Pension scheme with matching contributions
Remote-first hybrid model – use your home as a base and any of our office locations as you see fit
Work from abroad
Flexible working hours
Access to over 60 health disciplines through our Kara Connect Platform
Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
Paid maternity, paternity and fertility leave
Company and birthday annual leave days
Death in Service benefit
Tax saver - travel and bike to work
Culture, social, wellness and CPD committees
Talent Development Programmes
Access to leading career coach Gerry Duffy
About ORS
ORS is a world-class multidisciplinary building consultancy with more than 30 years of delivering technical excellence across the built environment. Our mission is simple but powerful: We endeavour to make the lives of our team, clients, partners and communities happier and better in the ways that really matter every single day.
Don’t just take our word for it! ORS has won numerous awards, recognising our Great Place to Work culture.
Awarded Consultancy Firm of the Year at the Irish Design & Build Awards 2026
Winner of the Engineering Consultancy of the Year at the Engineering Excellence Awards 2025
Winner of the Graduate Programme of the Year at the Engineering Excellence Awards 2025
Winner of the Best Company to Work For at the Irish Design & Build Awards 2024 & 2025
Winner of the Best People Development of the Year at the Engineering Excellence Awards 2024
Winner of the Recruitment & Retention Strategy at the Workplace Excellence Awards 2024
Great Place to Work certified consecutively since 2017
Top 3 Company Best Workplaces in the medium-sized category at the Great Place to Work awards 2025
Best Workplaces for Health & Wellbeing 2025 Great Place to Work
Engineers Ireland CPD Accreditation since 20217
Awarded for Hybrid Way of Working at the 2022 Great Place to Work Awards
Silver Accreditation through Investors in Diversity 2025
ORS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. We foster a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects and supports their individual strengths and experiences.