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 accredited company with BM Trada for our Quality Management System
- An ISO:14001 accredited company with BM Trada for our Environmental Management System
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
Open Positions Ireland
Dublin
PUNCH has a vacancy for a highly motivated individual to lead our Strategic Human Resources function. This will involve developing the “Growing with PUNCH” aspect of our Strategic Plan, whereby we want all those who work in PUNCH to become better professionals and better people as a result.
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.
Limerick
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a summer placement position for a proficient C# (C-Sharp) developer in creating applications through object orientated programming in C#.
PUNCH is looking to expand the implementation of Application Programming Interface (API) in Tekla Structure, which is a popular 3D precast modelling software used in the construction industry. Tekla Structure provides an API that allows developers to write custom applications to interact with and extend the functionality of Tekla Structures. The Tekla Structures API is written in C# and uses the .NET framework. The successful candidate would assist our Tekla Structures lead developer and experienced engineers in developing API for the precast industry. As part of the API PUNCH Team, you will be at the forefront of utilising programming in the construction industry.
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 / Galway
You will possess a Level 6 Higher Certificate in Civil Engineering or equivalent, have a minimum of 6 years post graduate experience and have attained Technician Membership status at Engineers Ireland or equivalent professional body.
As a Senior 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.
Dublin / Limerick / Cork / 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 Dublin, Limerick, Cork 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.
Limerick
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a Senior Structural Precast Engineer for our Limerick office.
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.
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.
Dublin
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a Structural Engineer to work with our team in our Dublin office (Dun Laoghaire) on a range of major projects.
Job Description:
As a Structural Engineer, you will be working with senior colleagues on the delivery of major structural projects. You will be responsible for the technical, managerial and commercial aspects of your project, with full support from the PUNCH team. Your work will be carried out in accordance with the company ISO procedures.
Dublin
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a Civil Engineer based at our Dublin Office.
Job Description:
As a civil engineer you will be working closely with senior staff on the design of drainage, water and roads networks, flood assessment and mitigation measures and traffic assessments. Your work will be carried out in accordance with the company ISO procedures.
Open Positions Scotland
Glasgow
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for a Civil Design Engineer for our central Glasgow 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 should confer regularly with these people to ensure the progress and scope of your work as intended by the project manager. Your work should be reviewed and approved prior to issue. You will be involved in smaller scale projects or discrete elements of larger scale projects.
Glasgow
PUNCH Consulting Engineers have a vacancy for an experienced Civil Technician. The position is available at our office at Templeton Street, Glasgow. The successful candidate will work across a large portfolio of prestigious projects supporting both our Scottish & 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.
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
