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CAD Technician (Architectural)

 
Vacancy Number:  28398
Category:  Engineering - Other
Job Type:  Full-time
 

The Buildings Development Team, Group Property Strategy & Development within Engineering and Major Projects, provides the full range of planning, design, construction and maintenance services required to deliver electricity-industry infrastructure projects across Ireland.

The CAD Technician (Architectural) produces Revit models and CAD drawings to support the delivery of building projects across ESB, helping to deliver the Net Zero by 2040 strategy for both new developments and existing assets. The role spans the planning, tender and construction phases and includes providing technical input, coordinating architectural information and developing buildable details.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide architectural technician support across planning, tender and construction stages for a range of building projects.
  • Produce Revit building information models and coordinated CAD drawing packages.
  • Collaborate with the architectural team to deliver high-quality outputs that meet stakeholder requirements.
  • Coordinate design information with other disciplines (structural, mechanical, electrical, fire engineering and quantity surveying) as required.
  • Review and analyse project information to support effective, compliant designs.
  • Complete site quality assurance/quality control inspections to confirm works comply with drawings, specifications and applicable standards.
  • Carry out setting-out and other surveying checks, as required, to verify contractor compliance.
  • Champion ESB’s safety culture by taking ownership and demonstrating visible commitment to health and safety in all activities.

 

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

  • Minimum 3 years’ post-qualification experience in an architectural consultancy practice (or similar) with a portfolio demonstrating strong technical detailing.
  • Level 7 degree in Architectural Technology or a related discipline.
  • Expert-level proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD, producing architectural models and drawing sets for planning, tender and construction stages.
  • Experience working in a BIM environment.
  • Strong capability in architectural detailing and producing buildable solutions.
  • Strong capability in producing specifications and schedules.
  • Good understanding of Irish building regulations and fire safety requirements.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders.
  • Ability to work on own initiative and to tight deadlines.
  • Organised and adaptable, with a flexible approach to work.
  • Strong prioritisation skills and attention to detail.

Desirable

  • Experience using document management systems.
  • Experience applying Safety in Design principles.
  • Full driving licence and access to a car

 

Location

This position is based in ESB E&MP’s offices in The Sidings, Grand Canal Dock, Dublin or Eastgate, Little Island, Cork and will require national travel as part of general duties.

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

Team Leader within Buildings Development Team, Group Property Strategy & Development.

 

Why Work with Us?

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
  • Progressive, hybrid working model
  • 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

€41,000 - €48,000 per annum 

 

Closing Date

26th May 2026

 

Notes:

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the <<<< Republic of Ireland / UK >>>> prior to commencement of employment.   

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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