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Engineers with Drones

Drone inspections and surveys in Ireland. If you have a building, bridge, roof, tower or other assets, our experienced engineers can inspect it.

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Drone Services Ireland

Professional Drone Inspection & Survey Services in Ireland

Precision UAV data acquisition by qualified engineers. Based in Ireland, we deploy advanced drone technology to safely access complex internal and external assets. We combine aviation expertise with engineering insight to deliver accurate, actionable inspection data.

Trusted by leading infrastructure and engineering teams across Ireland

Transport Infrastructure Ireland
ESB
EirGrid
Irish Water
Irish Rail
Land Development Agency
Teagasc
Bord na Mona
IKEA
Aldi
Kingspan
Liebherr
Arup
Aramark
Thermo Fisher Scientific
BASF
Danone
Dachser
Geographical Service Area

Ireland and Northern Ireland

Any asset, anywhere

Engineers with Drones operates across the entire island of Ireland. Whether your asset is situated along the coast, within a bustling urban centre, or at a remote wind farm, our fully licensed engineering teams are available to deploy directly to your site.

All-island Service

Complete coverage spanning both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland with zero regional gaps. Rapid response times across all regions.

IAA & CAA Certified

Fully certified commercial operators under the Irish Aviation Authority and the UK Civil Aviation Authority. More about regulatory compliance...

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IAA Certified & SORA Approved

We are Ireland's first IAA Specific Category licensed drone company, fully insured and approved to operate in restricted GEO zones and red zones nationwide. Our SORA approval means we can safely deliver the most complex and high-risk drone operations in Ireland.

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Bespoke Integration

Three ways we can adapt to fit with your team

We don't offer rigid, off-the-shelf packages. Every asset has unique demands. We collaborate with you on a flexible spectrum, tailored precisely to your internal workflow and data requirements. Tell us about your specific requirements...

Option 1

You give us a brief, we deliver

The first option is that you tell us what you want, then we crack on and get the work done. You don't need to be involved in any way. We have agreed on what you are looking for, and we use our engineering experience and expertise to get that for you. This could be anything from a condition report of an asset to a full topographical survey of a tract of land. With this option, you never have to leave the office. We take care of it all.

Engagement level Remotely Handled
Option 2

Join us on site and get hands-on

The second option is that we are directed entirely by you. We turn up, and you instruct us entirely on the ground. You ask us to move the camera slightly to the left, we can do that. Want a video of a specific component? We can do that too. We are here to facilitate you and your technical experts. We have field monitors set up just so clients can see on a large screen exactly what the drone operator sees. Essentially, we become an extension of your expert eye. For us, the most important thing is that you can trust the data and the method of data collection. If this means you want to be in the loop, then we're here to make that happen.

Engagement level Fully On-Site

Find drone services for your industry

Select your sector below to explore our tailored engineering inspection, mapping, and structural auditing workflows.

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Bridge Inspections

Safer, more cost-efficient, with less downtime

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Flare Inspections

Safer and more cost-efficient flare (oil and gas) inspections

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Farm Mapping Services

Accurate and efficient analysis of crops and land

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Roof Inspections

Accurate, safe and instantly actionable data collection

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A photo taken by a drone of rooftop solar panels during an inspection

Rooftop Solar Inspections

Ensure solar panel efficiency from precise data collection

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A close-up photo of an electrical pylon taken during a drone inspection

Power Grid Inspections

Instantly usable data via a safer and more cost-effective process

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Confined Space Drone Inspections

Eliminate safety concerns, save costs and reduce downtime

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Mines, Quarry and Landfill

Monitor status and progress without downtime

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An old round martello tower building taken with a drone

Historical Buildings

Analyse historical buildings without risk to people or property

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Civil Engineering

Terrain and corridor surveys for roads, bridges and flood defences

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Water Tower Inspections

Critical, pinpoint details with none of the risk

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Energy

Site surveys for solar, wind and power infrastructure

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A drone photograph of a coastal pier

Coastal and Marine

Shoreline, erosion and waterway surveys

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TODO

Underwater Inspections

Safer and cheaper underwater ROV inspections

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Construction Services

Instant, actionable data with no downtime

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Telecommunications

Get critical data on cell and telecommunication infrastructure

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An image of a damaged building and roof taken by a drone during a storm damage inspection.

Storm Damage

Assess damage quickly and with pinpoint accuracy

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A photo of a storage tank being inspected by a drone

Tanks, Silos and Vessel Inspections

Get fast, usable data from a safe distance

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Wind Turbine Inspections

A more cost- and time-effective way to receive critical data

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Ships and Marine

Safe, precise and instant reports on vessels and infrastructure

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Forestry Mapping

Faster, cheaper and more accurate analysis of land

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Coastal Infrastructure

Monitor coastal assets safely and with more precision

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Solar panels being inspected by a drone

Solar Farms

Get actionable data on quality and operational health

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A photo of an oil refinery taken with a drone during an inspection

Oil & Gas Inspections

Fast, actionable data without the risks of traditional inspections

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Construction & Real Estate

Land surveys for building sites and development planning

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Rail Inspections

Eliminates downtime and safety concerns, at a fraction of the cost

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Building Inspections

Clearer, faster results without the risks

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Industrial Chimneys

Actionable data from a safe distance, with less downtime

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A drone performing an inspection of a communications tower

Tower Inspections

Instantly view complex structures, keeping risks to a minimum

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Pipeline Inspections

Efficient, fast and safe.

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An image of a damaged building taken by a drone performing drone services for insurance.

Insurance Services

Record and document reliable visuals without safety concerns

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A photo of a river taken with a drone during an inspection

Rivers and Waterways

Safer, more precise data collection at a fraction of the cost

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Energy Inspections

Inspect and maintain energy assets without risk or downtime

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We are Engineers with Drones

Why choose us?

Bob Foley - Owner and Director at Engineers with Drones
Cibelle Leao - Business Administrator at Engineers with Drones
Dean Hauska - Drone Operator at Engineers with Drones
Finbar Dunne - Drone Operator at Engineers with Drones
Sarah Edgely - Drone Operator at Engineers with Drones
Stephen O'Keeffe - Owner and Director at Engineers with Drones
Ireland-based, all-island coverage

Based in Cork, we deploy across the entire island of Ireland — Republic and Northern Ireland. No subcontractors, no hand-offs. One team, fully equipped and ready with all the correct permits.

Qualified engineers, not just pilots

Every operator is a qualified engineer who can interpret what the drone sees. You receive expert analysis and actionable findings, not just imagery.

IAA certified & fully insured

Ireland's first EASA Specific Category authorised drone company. €6.5m public liability insurance as standard, approved to operate in restricted zones nationwide.

No downtime, no disruption

No scaffolding, no rope access, no shutdowns. Assets inspected while in service — most jobs completed in hours, not days.

Bespoke approach for every job

We design the right method for your specific asset. If a simpler solution would work better, we'll tell you — even if it doesn't involve drones.

Actionable reports, ready to use

Professional condition reports with GPS-tagged imagery and engineer-grade assessment. Formatted for your insurer, regulator, or maintenance team — no interpretation required.