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Electrical Engineer

 
Vacancy Number:  28057
Category:  Engineering - Electrical
Job Type:  Full-time
 

We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Professional Electrical Engineer to join the Project & Design Group of Generation Engineering. The successful candidate will support ESB in the delivery of new Generation projects such as the development of new build zero and low carbon generating assets, support existing assets within ESB’s plant portfolio and provide support for consultancy services to International clients.  

The Generation Engineering department at ESB Engineering and Major Projects leads engineering for ESB’s generation business. We manage the engineering aspects of new generation developments and provide asset management services to the existing ESB Generation fleet.  

We are seeking a Senior Professional Electrical Engineer for our Project & Design Group. The role involves supporting ESB with new zero and low carbon generation projects and maintaining current assets.  

 

Key Responsibilities  

Key responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to the following: 

  • Lead and manage electrical projects end-to-end, from scoping and design through procurement, installation, commissioning, and handover. 
  • Prepare technical specifications, evaluate tenders, and ensure compliance with Irish / International / ESB standards for quality, safety, and reliability. 
  • Oversee quality, health, safety, and environmental requirements during construction and commissioning, including reviewing risk assessments and method statements. 
  • Coordinate engineering inputs across multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective integration of electrical systems with overall project requirements. 
  • Support team operations through task coordination, mentoring junior engineers, and staying updated on technological advancements. 
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders, manage project budgets and compliance, and contribute to financial and reporting activities. 
  • Drive continuous improvement by optimising processes, supporting asset management strategies, participating in incident investigations, and delivering training initiatives. 

 

Experience and Qualification

Essential 

  • Minimum five years’ experience in the electricity sector or similar industry. 
  • Primary Degree in Electrical Engineering (Level 8 NFQ or above) or equivalent relevant work experience. 
  • Expertise in the design, commissioning, or operation of electrical systems for power generation or process industries. 
  • Strong ability to work collaboratively and share knowledge within a team. 
  • Demonstrated project engineering and management skills. 
  • Effective decision-making and sound judgment capabilities. 
  • Excellent time management, prioritisation, and computer skills, including MS Office proficiency. 
  • Thorough understanding of Health, Safety, and Environment standards, with strong communication and report writing abilities and a full clean driving licence. 
  • Ability to perform engineering calculations on design elements to support technical verification and ensure compliance with engineering standards. 

 

Desirable 

  • Chartered Engineering status with a recognised engineering institution or demonstrable evidence of progress towards same is preferred.
  • PSDP or PSCS Training / Competency 
  • Proficient in MS Project 
  • Familiarity with power system analysis software such as ETAP or equivalent  

 

Location 

ESB Engineering and Major Projects, The Sidings, Grand Canal Dock, Dublin or EMP Eastgate. Flexibility is important in this role, which may include travel nationally and internationally. 

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 

Senior Team Lead, Projects and Design Group, Generation Engineering Delivery 

 

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 

€59,000 - €70,000 per annum


Closing Date 

10th March 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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