Civil Engineer Apprentice

About the Company

At Nicholas O'Dwyer, sustainability is at the core of our work. If you are looking to advance your career in a socially responsible company, which has a proven track record over 90 years, and is committed to creating a sustainable planet, we invite you to be part of our team. Our mission is to provide innovative and reliable solutions using cutting edge technology and expertise, to ensure project success and employee satisfaction. We deliver infrastructure projects in water, wastewater, transportation, civil and structural engineering, flood protection, and energy including renewables. With headquarters in Ireland, we also operate in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. As part of the RSK Group, an amalgamation of over 200 companies with more than 15,000 employees, we benefit from a global network of opportunities while retaining our brand and autonomy.

About the Role:

In partnership with Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Nicholas O'Dwyer is hiring a Civil Engineering Apprentice as part of the Civil Engineering Apprenticeship Programme. As an apprentice, you will participate in a blended learning model that combines academic instruction with real project experience, helping you to develop into a Qualified Engineer. Your on-the-job training will include a structured mentorship programme, job shadowing, and diverse project involvement.

Key activities will include:

• Collaborating with a team of engineers on project discussions and supporting project delivery.
• Gaining insight into business projects, team collaboration, and project task completion.
• Learning to prepare materials for reports, designs, drawings, and specifications under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Understanding the importance of project communication and how to address challenges to keep projects on track.
• Developing problem-solving skills and applying these methods to generate ideas and solutions.
• Enhancing scheduling and time management skills to meet tight deadlines.
• Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement across all aspects of the working environment.

Core role requirements:

• Minimum of five O6/H7 grades in Leaving Certificate subjects.
• Satisfactory Maths requirement: H7 in Higher Level Mathematics or O6 in Ordinary Level Mathematics or F2 in Foundation Mathematics.
• For FETAC graduates: Full cognate FETAC (Level 5) award or higher with distinction grades in at least three components.
• Career changers are also welcome to apply.

Programme Details

A 3-year programme leading to a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering (Level 7). An earlier qualification of a Higher Certificate in Civil Engineering (Level 6) is achieved after 2 years. One academic day per week during the academic year. Four days per week of on-site learning and skill application. Supported by an industry mentor through on-the-job training, including maintaining an Apprentice Workplace Logbook, case studies, technical projects, HR performance reviews, and continuous learning assignments. Off-the-job learning includes one week of residential project-based learning, online lectures one full day per week, and campus attendance one day per month for labs/workshops. The programme culminates in the educational base for professional registration with Engineers Ireland at either Technician or Associate Engineer level.

Application Requirements

Suitable for school leavers, graduates/undergraduates, and career changers. Embark on your engineering career with us, blending academic learning with practical experience to build a sustainable future.