Brendan Coughlan
About Brendan Coughlan
Brendan Coughlan is a Senior MEP Resident Engineer at Arup with over 20 years of experience in electrical engineering design, management, and project coordination.
Current Role at Arup
Brendan Coughlan currently serves as a Senior MEP Resident Engineer at Arup. He has been in this role since 2021 and works on the New Children's Hospital project in Dublin, Ireland. This position allows him to leverage his extensive background in project management and electrical engineering to contribute to one of the significant healthcare infrastructure projects in the country.
Previous Experience at J. B. Barry and Partners Limited
Before joining Arup, Brendan Coughlan worked at J. B. Barry and Partners Limited as a Resident Engineer from 2020 to 2021. During this one-year tenure in Dublin, Ireland, he applied his engineering skills to various projects, enhancing his expertise in the field.
Educational Background
Brendan Coughlan completed his MSc in Energy Management with first-class honors from Dublin Institute of Technology in 2015, where he studied between 2013 and 2015. He also holds a BSc in Electrical Services Engineering from Dublin Institute of Technology Kevin Street, achieved between 1998 and 2001. His academic background has been foundational in his long-standing career in electrical engineering and management.
Early Career and Initial Roles
Brendan Coughlan began his career at JP Byrne Electrical Contractor, where he worked as an Electrician from 1995 to 2001 in Dublin, Ireland. This early experience provided him with practical skills and foundational knowledge in electrical engineering, setting the stage for his future roles in various prestigious companies.
Extensive Engineering Experience
With over 20 years of experience, Brendan Coughlan has a diverse background in electrical engineering design, management, and project coordination. His career spans multiple sectors, including commercial buildings, healthcare, airports, and heavy industrial waste treatment plants. He has significant experience working across different projects involving rail, mining, islanded diesel power stations, and energy centers, positioning him as a versatile and seasoned professional in his field.