Working at PUNCH
OPEN POSITIONS
Our reputation is built on the talent of our staff, and we recruit the brightest and the best to continue our tradition of delivering engineering excellence.
Talent on its own is never enough – it must backed up by a commitment to our work ethic, an enthusiasm for engineering, and a constant striving towards professional excellence at all stages of your career.
We are constantly looking for people with the right skills and attitude to join our team.
Here at PUNCH we recognise that having professional staff with dedication, commitment and loyalty has been, and continues to be, the key to our success. We employ the best staff and empower and train them to achieve even higher levels of technical and management proficiency.
Why PUNCH?
PUNCH is a leader in our field of engineering consultancy with vast experience in multi-disciplinary services including Civil, Environmental, Structural, Roads & Bridges, Marine & Energy and Conservation.
With such a range of engineering disciplines to choose from, in addition to working on some of the top projects in the country and overseas, our staff has a real opportunity to broaden their horizons and fulfil their ambitions.
With this in mind, a supportive environment is nurtured within PUNCH, with many benefits aimed at realising the full potential of every individual. These include:
- One-to-one mentoring system
- An Open-Door Policy which encourages Knowledge Sharing
- Graduate training programme
- Remote (Hybrid) Working
- Flexi-time
- An active Sports and Social Club, subsidised by PUNCH, which provides staff with regular work life balance opportunities
- Training and Continued Professional Development (CPD) which is accredited by Engineers Ireland
- Examination & Study Leave
- Generous Annual Leave Allowance
- Family-Friendly Working Policies
- Full access to our Bank at Work Service
- Bike-To-Work Scheme
- Staff wellness events (eg. Pilates/Yoga)
- Tax Saver Commuter Ticket Scheme
- Annual company summer outing day
- State-of-the-art networked computing and communications facilities to provide staff with the latest in technology and software
- An ISO:9001 certified company with BM Trada for our Quality Management System
- An ISO:14001 certified company with BM Trada for our Environmental Management System
- BIM Level 2 Certification
In addition, PUNCH also provides the following remuneration benefits:
- A competitive salary
- Annual profitability / performance related bonus scheme
- Annual Salary review
- Life Insurance
- Pension Scheme
- Membership fees to professional bodies such as Engineers Ireland are covered by PUNCH where appropriate
What are we looking for?
As a result of continuing planned growth, we are always open to applications from exceptionally talented candidates, who show evidence of drive and determination combined with excellent technical and communication skills (excellent written and spoken English).
Although excellent technical ability is important we do not just look for academic achievers. It is equally important that our people are motivated, have initiative and team working skills, be ambitious and have a clear expectation of their future aspirations. We look for applicants who are assertive and effective communicators that have the personality and disposition to reach their full potential.
If you feel you have what it takes, and you’re seeking career at the forefront of engineering, then browse our open positions and get in touch by sending your CV together with a covering letter to
Current Vacancies
- Design Civil Engineer Dublin/Limerick/Cork
- Design Structural Engineer Dublin/Limerick/Cork
- Health and Safety Specialist Cork
- Design Structural Engineer Glasgow
- Senior Structural Engineer Limerick
- Bridge Engineer Dublin/Limerick/Cork
- HR Business Partner (Full Time) Limerick
- Technical Director Ecologist Dublin/Limerick/Cork/Galway
- Associate Structures Dublin
- Senior Structural Engineer Dublin
- Senior Civil Engineer Dublin/Limerick/Cork
- Senior Structural Precast Engineer Glasgow/Macclesfield
- Senior Civil Technician Dublin/Limerick/Cork
- Assigned Certifier Dublin
- Graduate Engineer Galway/Dublin/Limerick/Cork
- Bim/Revit Technician Dublin/Cork
- Senior Civil Technician Glasgow/Macclesfield
Open Positions Ireland
Dublin/Limerick/Cork
PUNCH Consulting Engineers has a vacancy for a Design Civil Engineer. The position is available at our Dublin, Limerick or Cork offices.
Job Description
As a Design Engineer you will work under the guidance of more senior members of staff to develop your technical skills and to develop commercial awareness. You will get the opportunity to work on a myriad of projects including numerous landmark national projects both within the private and public sector.
Dublin/Limerick/Cork
PUNCH Consulting Engineers has a vacancy for a Design Structural Engineer. The position is available at our Dublin, Limerick or Cork office.
Job Description
As a Design Engineer you will work under the guidance of more senior members of staff to develop your technical skills and to develop commercial awareness. You will get the opportunity to work on a myriad of projects including numerous landmark national projects both within the private and public sector.
Cork
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have an opening for an experienced Health and Safety Specialist to work within our Health and Safety team. This presents an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and skilled individual to develop their career with PUNCH, a top-level, multi awarding winning Irish consultancy. The position has presented due to increased workload within our Health and Safety division. Working directly under the PUNCH Health and Safety division Manager, you will be responsible for managing Health and Safety responsibilities across various projects in the Buildings, Infrastructure and Energy divisions. We would love to hear from experienced Health and Safety professionals who are interested in pursuing this role.
The Role:
The role will involve providing construction Health and Safety services across projects in various sectors. The core duties in this area will include performing the role of Project Supervisor Design Process (PSDP), in accordance with the Safety Health & Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 and all subsequent amendments.
Limerick
About the Company:
PUNCH Consulting Engineers, one of Ireland’s leading Civil Structural Consultancies with offices across Ireland and the UK have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join the HR team. The role has presented due to a significant increase in headcount over the last 3 years.
The Role:
As a HR Business Partner, you will support both the Director of HR and the HR Manager in delivering a highly effective, agile, and people-focused HR service to employees and the business. You will be involved in a broad range of HR activities, ensuring best practices are implemented to support business growth, employee engagement, and organisational effectiveness.
Limerick
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a Senior Structural Engineer to work with our team in our Limerick office on a range of major projects.
Job Description:
As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will be working on the delivery of major structural projects. You will be responsible for the technical, managerial and commercial aspects of your project. Your work will be carried out in accordance with the company ISO procedures.
Dublin/Cork/Limerick
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a Bridge Engineer to work flexibly from our Dublin, Cork, or Limerick offices on a range of Bridges and Civil Structures projects.
Job Description:
As a Bridge Engineer, you will be working on the delivery of major Bridges & Civil Structures projects. You will be part of a core team responsible for the technical, managerial and commercial aspects of projects. Your work will be carried out in accordance with the company ISO procedures.
Dublin/Limerick/Cork/Galway
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a Technical Director – Ecologist to champion our Ecology Service Offering. We are looking for a Senior Ecologist who can deliver on our project workload while growing this service offering for PUNCH.
Job Description:
As a Technical Director – Ecologist, you will be part of the senior management team, reporting to the board of directors. You will be working on the delivery of project workload secured within our departments, with responsibility for the technical, managerial and commercial aspects of your projects. A major element of the role is the expanding of this service offering for the company including business development and tendering of projects.
Dublin
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have an exciting opportunity for an Associate – Structures to work in our Dublin office.
Job Description:
As an Associate – Structures, you will be working on the delivery of major structural projects, with responsibility for the technical, managerial and commercial aspects of your projects. You will be reporting to the Senior Management Team and providing leadership to your project teams.
Dublin/Limerick/Cork
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a Senior Civil Engineer to work in one of our offices in Dublin, Limerick, or Cork.
Job Description:
As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will be working closely with senior managers on the delivery of major projects. You will be responsible for the technical, managerial and commercial aspects of your project. Your work will be carried out in accordance with the company ISO procedures.
Dublin
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a Senior Structural Engineer to work with our team in our Dublin office on a range of major projects.
Job Description:
As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will be working on the delivery of major structural projects. You will be responsible for the technical, managerial and commercial aspects of your project. Your work will be carried out in accordance with the company ISO procedures.
Dublin / Limerick / Cork
At PUNCH Consulting we are looking for a Senior Civil Technician with 5-7 years’ experience to work in our dynamic Civil Engineering design team with flexibility to work from our Dublin, Cork or Limerick Office.
Job Description:
- The candidate will be proficient in the preparation of civil infrastructure drawings / details for site development, roads infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, public health infrastructure, etc.
- As part of the Civil Engineering team, you will be required to deliver project drawings to the required technical standards in a timely manner reporting to the project manager.
- You will also be responsible for overseeing and checking standards on project drawings by Junior Civil Technicians.
- The ideal candidate will have experience in producing 2D drawings in Autocad and 3D model designs in Autodesk Civil 3D.
- You will also be required to carry out site inspections and attend Design Team meetings.
Dublin
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have an opening for an experienced Assigned Certifier to join our BCAR certification team. This presents an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and skilled individual to develop their career with PUNCH, a top-level, multi awarding winning Irish consultancy.
Job Description:
As a member of our team, working directly under the PUNCH Assigned Certifier Manager, you will be responsible for managing the Assigned Certification process on various projects. These projects will cover a broad range of project types, which will include residential, commercial, industrial, logistics, leisure, retail, healthcare etc.
Limerick / Cork / Dublin / Galway
PUNCH Consulting Engineers are interested to hear from Graduate Civil & Structural Engineers. If you want to work with one of Irelands leading engineering consultancies at our offices in Limerick, Cork, Dublin, or Galway. Send your CV for consideration to the address below.
As a graduate engineer you will be working closely with senior managers on the delivery of major projects. As a graduate engineer you will work under the guidance of a more senior member of staff on the civil & structural engineering design of a broad range of projects.
Dublin / Cork
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a structural BIM Technician at our Dublin (Dun Laoghaire) and Cork offices.
Job Description:
The work will be primarily office based with some site inspection duties. Under the supervision of more senior technicians and engineers you will assist in the preparation of high-quality engineering BIM models and design drawings for a broad range of national and international structural engineering projects. You will assist in the preparation of planning, tender and construction documents.
Open Positions United Kingdom
Glasgow
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a Design Engineer to work in our Glasgow office.
Job Description:
As a Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the structural design and analysis of a variety of building and civil engineering projects. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality design work, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to the successful delivery of projects from concept through to construction.
Glasgow/Macclesfield
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for an experienced Senior Civil Technician with flexibility to work from one of our UK offices (Glasgow/Macclesfield). The successful candidate will work across a large portfolio of prestigious projects supporting both our UK & Irish operations.
Job Description
As a Civil Technician you will develop not only your technical skills but also your management and commercial skills. You will receive on the job training and take part in the CPD programme that occurs during Office hours. It is also expected that you will undertake CPD out of office hours by the attendance on lectures, seminars etc + technical reading.
Macclesfield
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a Senior Civil Engineer to work in our Macclesfield office.
Job Description:
As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will be working closely with senior managers on the delivery of major projects. You will be responsible for the technical, managerial, and commercial aspects of your project. Your work will be carried out in accordance with the company ISO procedures. You will be required to work on the delivery of Projects across the UK and Ireland. Irish experience is advantageous but not necessary.
Glasgow/Macclesfield
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a Senior Structural Precast Engineer to work from one of our UK offices (Glasgow/Macclesfield).
Job Description:
As a senior precast engineer you will be working closely with senior managers on the delivery of major structural projects involving precast concrete design and detailing. You will work with our precast concrete team in Ireland and the UK. You will be responsible for the technical, managerial and commercial aspects of your project. Your work will be carried out in accordance with the company ISO procedures.
Glasgow/Macclesfield
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a Structural Precast Engineer to work from one of our UK offices (Glasgow/Macclesfield).
Job Description:
As a structural precast engineer, you will be working with senior colleagues on the delivery of major structural projects involving precast concrete design and detailing. You will be responsible for the technical aspects of your project, with full support from other members of the team. Your work will be carried out in accordance with the company ISO procedures.
Speculative Section
Dublin / Cork / Limerick / Galway
PUNCH Consulting Engineers are interested to hear from Graduate BIM and CAD Technologists. If you want to work with one of Irelands leading engineering consultancies at our offices in Dublin, Limerick, Cork or Galway, send your CV for consideration to the address below.
Job Description:
As a Graduate BIM and CAD Technologist you will be working closely with senior managers on the delivery of major projects. As a graduate you will work under the guidance of a more senior member of staff on the modelling and detailing design of a broad range of projects.
Training and Continued
Professional Development at PUNCH
Our CPD mission statement:
‘By fostering, developing and maintaining our human and technical resources we deliver to our clients a standard of service that makes our company name synonymous with all that is excellent in engineering’
At PUNCH Consulting Engineers, we offer a variety of learning and development activities centred on developing a balance of technical, business and people skills. These include formal training courses, academic courses, on the job training, mentoring & coaching, technical talks, lectures, seminars and internal project reviews.
In simple terms, at PUNCH it is our aim to:
- Develop employees to achieve maximum effectiveness in their current role
- Develop a flexible and multi-skilled workforce capable of rapid response to changing business needs
- Develop, motivate and retain our employees
- Provide skills for future innovations within PUNCH
- Maximise the knowledge and experience within our organisation and ensure that this knowledge is captured, updated and disseminated effectively
- Provide equal training opportunities for any staff with disabilities
We strongly encourage our staff to develop and achieve their career aspirations. We are accredited by Engineers Ireland for their CPD programme and work with our staff to progress through the various levels in the relevant Institutions.
Our Certifications
