Mechanical Lead -Bulk & Specialty Gas Systems

Mechanical Lead – Bulk & Speciality Gas Systems
Kildare (Leixlip), Ireland


We’re seeking an experienced Mechanical Lead to join a leading construction and engineering team supporting life sciences projects in Kildare. This role is ideal for mechanical engineers with strong vendor management and technical delivery experience, especially in gas generation and distribution systems. You’ll help deliver high‑value, complex systems that support world‑class facilities.


Location and Working Pattern
Based on site in Kildare (Leixlip), Ireland. Flexibility may be required to support evolving project phases.


Client Overview
Our client is a major international construction and engineering company known for building excellence across the life sciences, semiconductor and industrial sectors. They combine innovation and technical rigour to deliver sustainable results for clients worldwide.



Responsibilities

• Manage bulk gas vendor packages from design through to commissioning and handover.
• Serve as the primary technical interface between vendors, project teams and stakeholders.
• Review and coordinate vendor deliverables including PFDs, P&IDs, layout drawings and equipment data sheets.
• Lead design reviews, ensuring technical issues and queries are addressed promptly.
• Evaluate process designs to enhance reliability, maintainability and efficiency.
• Coordinate technical interfaces between vendor systems and civil, electrical, controls and building services disciplines.
• Support procurement, manufacturing, testing and commissioning activities.
• Promote compliance with safety, environmental and statutory standards across all project stages.

Must‑have Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven experience leading mechanical delivery on major Tier 1 construction or engineering projects.
• Sound understanding of bulk gas systems and process utility infrastructure.
• Valid Safe Pass and applicable health and safety training (CSCS or equivalent).

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Chartered Engineer status or working towards Engineers Ireland, CIBSE, or ASHRAE membership.
• Postgraduate qualification in project or construction management.
• Knowledge of GMP, cleanroom, or regulatory standards for life sciences or technology projects.
• Experience with hydrogen, nitrogen, or cryogenic gas systems management.

Apply Now
If you’re ready to bring your technical expertise and leadership to a major life sciences development, we’d like to hear from you. Apply today to join a team delivering innovative engineering projects in Ireland.

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