Energy Engineer
We are currently recruiting for a new Energy Engineer to join our team.
About the role
We are recruiting a new Energy Engineer to join our team. We are committed to leading Dublin’s low-carbon transition, and we are looking for someone who is equally committed to these values.
Codema has been successfully flying the flag for sustainable, low-carbon energy and climate mitigation for over 25 years, and we believe our success is attributed to the dedication of our team who are driven by knowing that what they do has a positive impact on our environment and our future. We are proud of what we have achieved in the past and even more excited about the future and the next chapter for Codema. We are looking for someone who shares our passion and values to expand our team and join us on our success story.
We are looking for
Passion and aligned values
Experience working on low-carbon and energy efficiency projects
Time management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Enthusiasm and eagerness to learn
What you will do
- Work with the Project Implementation team as part of Codema’s Project Implementation Unit (PIU) to facilitate and deliver large-scale low-carbon and renewable energy projects
- Project manage, lead and coordinate Codema’s tasks in the roll-out of such projects, and these tasks will include:
- Technical analysis
- Financial assessment
- Grant and funding advice
- Procurement
- Contract selection and design
- Bid evaluation
- Contract negotiations
- Work with other project teams in Codema teams to feed into these tasks where relevant
- Projects you will be working on include energy management, energy performance contracts, district heating, renewable energy and electric vehicle charging
- Seek out new project opportunities and introduce innovative practices
- Undertake any other duties as may be required to support implementation of Codema’s Strategy Development
Minimum requirements
- A minimum 2 years’ experience in a project engineer role on large scale energy projects
- Minimum honours Degree (Level 8) in a relevant field
- Demonstrated experience in stakeholder and client management
- Confident communications skills
- Understanding of cost-benefit, economic and financial analysis of energy projects
- Strong organisational and time management/planning skills and the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
- Ability to communicate complex topics in a simple and understandable manner
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- Ability to provide innovative solutions to complex issues in a timely manner
- Fluency in English is essential
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint essential
- Ability to work with a team and on own initiative
- Ability to follow instructions and adapt quickly
Additional skills that would be a distinct advantage
- Project management qualification
- Energy Analysis
- Expertise in renewable energy areas applicable to Dublin, i.e. district heating, building based PV, residential retrofit, and other urban low-carbon energy solutions
- Energy management or ISO 50001 experience
- Experience working with public sector organisations such as local authorities
- Knowledge of Irish energy policy
- Knowledge of the Infrastructure Guidelines
- Additional certifications e.g. CEM, CMVP, IPMVP, SEAI Certified Auditor, Registered non-domestic BER assessor
- Preparing project applications and proposal writing
- Eligibility to work in Ireland is desirable
Location
The Codema office is located on Floor 2, The Grainstore at The Digital Hub, Roe Lane, The Liberties, Dublin D08 KC81 and is accessible by lift. The office is centrally located and accessible by a range of sustainable transport modes. Secure bicycle parking is available on-site.
How to apply
Please e-mail your CV and a cover letter to recruitment@codema.ie by 12pm, Friday, 6th February 2026.
As we may be advertising several positions, please insert the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
Please note that this is a full-time, fixed-term two-year contract.
Why work with Codema?
Learn more about what it’s like to work at Codema and the many benefits we offer, including a 4-day working week and facilitating a positive and growth-focused working environment for our valued team.
