About engineering

Engineering is one of the largest and most diverse industries in Ireland. Engineers are trained, creative professionals who are vital to achieving a sustainable future for Ireland. They play a key role in the development and delivery of infrastructure and technology.

Engineers
Designing transformation
"Engineering interacts with all other forms of life. The future of the profession will see engineers at the centre of planning, not simply asked to join in the execution of particular tasks, but in designing transformation." – Michael D. Higgins
A rewarding career

Working as an engineer

Engineers are in high demand, with job opportunities and salaries increasing significantly in recent years. At Engineers Ireland, we play a crucial role in providing our members with opportunities for career progression.

The latest in engineering
Read about the latest news, trends and features in engineering, both in Ireland and abroad

Key reports and policies

As the voice of engineering in Ireland, Engineers Ireland publishes reports on some of the key issues impacting Ireland today. We also publish a series of policy briefs to summarise our recommendations and background research on a variety of topics. Below are some of these reports and policies; you can find a full list in our resource centre.

Podcast

AMPLIFIED

Hosted by award winning Dusty Rhodes, formerly of 2FM and local radio stations, through his own company Dustpod, AMPLIFIED seeks to verbalise the voices of the engineering community through thought-provoking discussions.

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