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CAD Specialist

 
Vacancy Number:  28055
Category:  Engineering - Other
Job Type:  Full-time
 

  

We are looking for a CAD Specialist with at least 3 years’ experience, to provide physical substation design services for conceptual and planning drawings for high voltage transmission and distribution assets.

 

In support of ESB’s strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity, building resilient infrastructure and empowering clients, you will focus on developing physical designs for substation projects at pre capital approval stage.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Delivering conceptual and planning-stage substation designs on schedule, including feasibility studies and site layouts for pipeline projects.
  • Coordinating with design teams across engineering disciplines and business units.
  • Helping to develop standardised layouts and CAD cells.
  • Contributing to design risk assessments, constructability reviews, and project risk registers.
  • Creating procedural documents to support efficient, high-quality workflows.
  • Managing design time and costs to maximise efficiency and value in the project pipeline.
  • Streamlining processes using feedback and lessons learned from past projects.

 

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

  • Third level qualification or appropriate experience.
  • Minimum 3 years' experience.
  • Proficient in Bentley Microstation and AutoCAD for substation layouts, elevations and cross-sections.
  • A strong work ethic with a clear focus on delivery to EMPs safety, time, quality and cost objectives.
  • A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to meet agreed KPIs.
  • Solid understanding of substation physical design principles.
  • Excellent technical and communication skills.

 

Desirable

  • Proficient in 3D modelling, Vehicle Tracking/Swept Path Analysis, and Building Information Modelling.
  • Experienced in planning stage design and jurisdictional submissions.
  • Holds a full driver’s licence for use in the ROI, access to a car, and the flexibility to travel nationwide.

 

Location

This position will be based in our new Dublin city centre offices at the Sidings, Grand Canal Dock, Dublin 2.  The role may require a certain amount of travel within Ireland.

 

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least two anchor days per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual. 

 

Reporting To

Pre TA Programme Manager

 

Why Work with Us?

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
  • Career development through mentoring and training 
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
  • Sports and Social Clubs
  • Networking opportunities
  • Credit Union
  • Generous Pension
  • Access to staff well-being programmes
  • Generous parental leave entitlements
  • Strong values-based and inclusive culture
  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

 

Salary

€41,500 to €48,500


Closing Date

11 03 2026

 

 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law. 

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.  

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.
 

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