Graduate Sustainability Engineer

ORS Consulting (ORS)

Graduate Sustainability Engineer supporting energy audits and sustainability initiatives at a leading building consultancy in Ireland. Collaborating with experienced engineers to deliver practical energy solutions.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeRemote • 🇮🇪 IrelandEntry LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in energy audits, energy performance assessments, and compliance with Irish Building Regulations. Proficient in data analysis, technical report preparation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to identify energy efficiency and decarbonisation opportunities.

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Energy AuditsEnergy Performance AssessmentsData AnalysisIrish Building RegulationsSustainability

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Hard Skills

Energy EngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringBuilding Services EngineeringSustainable EnergyBER AssessmentsBuilding Energy ModellingISO 50001 Energy ManagementTechnical Report PreparationEnergy Efficiency

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsStakeholder Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (NFQ Level 7 or Higher)

Industry Keywords

DecarbonisationClimate ActionEnergy Consumption DataConstruction DocumentationSite Visits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the delivery of energy audits and energy performance assessments across a range of building types.
Assist in identifying energy efficiency and decarbonisation opportunities for clients.
Collect, analyze and interpret energy consumption data.
Support the preparation of technical reports, energy assessments and client recommendations.
Assist with BER assessments, Part L compliance and building energy modelling where applicable.
Contribute to ISO 50001 Energy Management System projects under the guidance of senior engineers.
Attend site visits to gather data and support project delivery.
Liaise with multidisciplinary teams, including Mechanical, Electrical and Sustainability Engineers.
Keep up to date with Irish Building Regulations, Climate Action targets and industry best practice.
Support senior engineers with project delivery, technical research and client presentations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree (NFQ Level 7 or higher) in Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Sustainable Energy, or a related discipline.
Strong interest in sustainability, energy efficiency, and low-carbon building design.
Familiarity with Irish Building Regulations and energy performance principles through university studies or placement experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites as required.
Confident in reading drawings and managing construction documentation.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Proactive mindset with a desire to continuously learn and develop.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Join our award winning Graduate Program
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