Dublin City Council has launched a recruitment drive seeking graduate engineers to help deliver major infrastructure, climate action, housing and transport projects across the capital over the coming years.

Under the Build Dublin's Future banner, the initiative highlights how graduates can forge rewarding public-sector careers while contributing to long-term projects that will shape the city for decades. It targets final-year students and recent graduates in Civil, Environmental, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical and Transport Engineering.

Lord Mayor of Dublin Daryl Barron said: "For graduates starting out in their careers, few opportunities offer the chance to make such a visible and lasting impact on the city around them. The engineers who join Dublin City Council today will help deliver the homes, transport infrastructure, climate action projects and public spaces that will shape Dublin's future. As our city continues to grow and evolve, we need talented and ambitious graduates who want to use their skills to make a real difference. I encourage anyone looking for a career with purpose, challenge and the opportunity to contribute to their city to consider becoming part of the team building Dublin's future."

Successful recruits will support Dublin's continued growth while advancing a more sustainable, resilient and liveable city. Roles span climate adaptation, flood alleviation, sustainable mobility, housing and regeneration, and environmental protection. Richard Shakespeare, Chief Executive of Dublin City Council, said: "Dublin is changing faster than at any point in its modern history. From climate adaptation and sustainable mobility projects to major national infrastructure programmes, the decisions we make today will shape how our city works, moves, and grows for generations. We are looking for talented engineering graduates who want to make a tangible difference and help build a thriving, sustainable capital city for all."

As an Engineers Ireland Accredited Employer, the council offers a structured professional development programme with mentoring, accredited training and continuing professional development, supporting progression towards Chartered Engineer status and giving early, hands-on experience on live projects.

Dermot Collins, Dublin City Engineer, stated: "Graduate engineers in Dublin City Council are trusted with real responsibility from day one. They work on projects that improve communities, protect the environment, and strengthen the city's resilience. Through structured mentoring, accredited training and a clear pathway to chartership, we are committed to supporting the next generation of engineering professionals as they help deliver Dublin's future."

Graduate engineers work within multidisciplinary teams addressing climate resilience, sustainable transport, environmental protection and housing delivery. The campaign also shares the experiences of council engineers who have progressed their careers, underscoring a culture of collaboration, professional growth and meaningful public service.

Applications are now open for the 2026 Graduate Engineer Programme. Further information is available at www.dublincity.ie/Build-Dublins-Future.