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Professional Engineer

 
Vacancy Number:  28999
Category:  Engineering - Electrical
Job Type:  Full-time
 

The Electrical Onshore Renewable team manages the electrical scope of ESB’s Solar, Onshore Wind, and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Generation projects. The team plays a crucial role in helping ESB achieve its Net Zero by 2040 strategy and is responsible for the electrical works throughout concept, development, construction, energisation, and handover phases. This includes delivering High Voltage Substations, Grid Connections, Collector Systems, and Renewable Technologies through Design and Build (D&B) and Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) contracts. The team provides Lead Electrical Engineering and handles Preliminary Designs, Specification Preparation, Tendering, Design reviews, Owner’s Engineering, Contract Management, and Site Supervision.  

In support of ESB’s strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity, building resilient infrastructure, and empowering clients, the Electrical Project Engineer will deliver renewable energy projects, typically small to medium scale and connected at 38 kV or 110 kV. 

The role includes leading and working with a skilled and motivated team, while coordinating with clients, contractors, OEMs, colleagues, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

The Electrical Project Engineer’s key responsibilities include delivering high-level engineering, managing projects and contracts, and on-site supervision of contractors on renewable and energy storage projects. This role also involves establishing and maintaining high safety standards in all aspects of the work. Responsibilities include the following.  

  • Feasibility & Design Development 

Conduct project feasibility assessments including technical due diligence, concept designs, and budgetary pricing. Prepare and update technical specifications and designs for tender documentation. 

  • Tender Management 

Develop comprehensive tender enquiry documents, review and critically evaluate tender submissions to ensure alignment with project requirements. 

  • Stakeholder Engagement & Project Delivery 

  Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes, maintaining clear communication and alignment. 

  • Health & Safety Oversight 

Oversee health and safety aspects of projects, including preparation and review of relevant documentation to ensure regulatory and client standards are met. 

  • Contractor & Quality Management 

Manage contractors and review their design submissions for compliance with functional specifications and standards. Inspect plant and materials on-site and at manufacturing locations to verify quality and progress. 

  • Leadership & Team Development 

Act as Lead Electrical Engineer on renewable and energy storage projects, ensuring high-quality outputs. Shadow PSDP on similar sized projects to what is being developed.

 

Experience and Qualifications 

Essential 

  • Level 8 Degree in Electrical Engineering plus 2 years post graduate experience 

Or Level 7 in Electrical Engineering plus 5 years post graduate experience in applicable electrical engineering field or equivalent work experience 

  • Experience in delivering electrical scope for HV substations or Renewable engineering projects and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities 

  • An understanding of Tendering Process associated with Renewable projects.   

  • Knowledge of construction and commissioning associated with substations or EBOP works associated with renewable and energy storage projects 

  • Understanding of safety in construction, encompassing HV safety, PSDP and PSCS processes.  

  • Strong stakeholder management skills and proven track record of managing internal and external stakeholders.  

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills  

  • Full drivers’ licence valid for use in Republic of Ireland  

 

Desirable  

  • Experience in substation design, including proficiency with software tools such as EPLAN and AutoCAD 

  • Experience of working on renewable energy projects  

  • Knowledge of D&B and/or EPC projects   

  • Project management and contract management skills and knowledge  

 

Location  

This position span teams and projects located across Ireland. The base location will be The Sidings, Grand Canal Dock, Dublin 2. 

Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.   

 

Reporting To 

Senior Team Leader Electrical Onshore Renewable Team, 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 

€49,000 - €58,000 Per Annum 

 

Closing Date 

8th September 2026

 

Interview   

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:  

  • Accountable and Ethical  

  • Collaborative   

  • Growing and Adaptive  

  • Proactive  

  • Respectful and Supportive  

 

More information available on Our People Promise  

 

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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