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Graduate programmes in Ireland

Start your career on real-world projects shaping the world.  Join our supportive and talented team at AtkinsRéalis Ireland, where you'll find the opportunities and projects you'd expect from a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization.  

There's no better way to build industry knowledge and develop skills. Work alongside the industry's best minds on exciting projects in teams across aviation, rail, road, bridges, energy, ports, buildings, housing, water, environment, fire- safety, and mechanical and electrical engineering. 

AtkinsRéalis Ireland's graduate programme is available to employees working in our Dublin, Cork, Galway and Dundalk offices with hybrid working available.

CPD-accredited graduate development programme 

Our graduate development programme is CPD-Approved by Engineers Ireland. You'll enjoy excellent training, development, mentorship, and hands-on experience to progress towards chartership in a friendly and supportive environment. We're proud to have been an Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited employer since 2021. This means you'll be supported by a true learning and development organization dedicated to your future. 

Your responsibilities as a graduate engineer 

Your responsibilities as a graduate engineer 

  • Playing a key role in the design and delivery of projects for both public and private clients
  • Assisting senior engineers to ensure effective project delivery 
  • Undertaking site visits/surveys (under supervision) as required 
  • Preparation of designs to develop skills using modelling software 
  • Preparation of drawings and reports 
Skills and experience you'll need as a graduate engineer

Skills and experience you'll need as a graduate engineer

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive outlook 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in English) 
  • The initiative, a flexible approach, and the ability to multi-task and prioritize 
  • Highly motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team 
  • Excellent problem-solving ability 
  • Ability to work effectively with the Microsoft suite of programmes 
  • Capability to use design programmes used by engineering professionals 
  • Attention to detail and the ability to comply with Quality Assurance Management Systems 

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