Join our graduate rotation programme and gain the experience you need to become a well-rounded, professional engineer
Job type: Permanent
Location: Sandyford, D.18 and Woodford, D.17
Salary: Competitive
Apply here: https://shorturl.at/jlfr6
Closing Date: 16/10/2026
Role responsibilitiesSupport project engineers and project technicians on assigned projects, fulfilling the project brief in an efficient, controlled and safe manner
Support the project engineer in carrying out design, reporting, contract documentation, checking and contract implementation activity
Support senior engineering and administration personnel in their day-to-day activities
Attend site and supervise and monitor site activities where appropriate
Promote adherence to our systems and standards
Degree in civil, structural or environmental engineering or equivalent (Minimum Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent)
Keen interest in the practical application of engineering
Strong analytical skills
Good teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills
Strong work ethic
Fluency/high level of proficiency in spoken and written English
Work experience in the industry
Roughan and O’Donovan (ROD) is a leading civil, environmental and structural engineering consultancy. An independently owned firm, we employ a multidisciplinary team of over 260 people, of 20 different nationalities, in our Dublin, Cork and Leeds offices.
Our people are the heart of our business, and we invest heavily in their personal and professional development through all stages of career development. We are an Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited Employer and operate an Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) training scheme.
We aim to provide a workplace where people feel valued and their needs are understood. We offer a range of benefits designed to help our people thrive, including wellness initiatives, flexible working arrangements and support during important life events.
We are a friendly team with an active social committee. From surfing and cycling weekends to tag rugby, cycling challenges and a weekly five-a-side, you'll find lots of ways to get involved.
Current projects include:
Cork Area Commuter Rail Phase Two
Waterford City Public Infrastructure Project, Ireland
Narrow Water Bridge, Omeath, Co. Louth
DART+ West
BusConnects Dublinand BusConnects Cork
Coonagh to Knockalisheen Distributor Road
West Clare Railway Greenway
Letterkenny Community Healthcare Facility
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Apply by clicking the link: https://shorturl.at/jlfr6
Skills Required
- Degree in civil, structural, or environmental engineering, or equivalent Level 8 qualification
- Keen interest in the practical application of engineering
- Strong analytical skills
- Good teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Strong work ethic
- Fluency or high proficiency in spoken and written English
- Industry work experience
What We Do
Roughan & O’Donovan (ROD) is an independently owned Irish civil, environmental and structural engineering consultancy. The firm plans, designs and manages major infrastructure projects, providing multidisciplinary expertise across roads, bridges, transport, water, environmental, geotechnical and building-related work. Founded by Derry Roughan and Joe O’Donovan, ROD operates from offices in Dublin, Cork and Leeds and serves complex infrastructure programmes for public and private clients.
