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Professional Engineer - Network Verifier

 
Vacancy Number:  28180
Category:  Engineering - Other
Job Type:  Full-time
 

Position Description

The Operational Technology Delivery (OT Delivery) team is part of Operations Solutions Delivery (OSD) pillar of the newly established DMSO (Distribution Markets & System Operation). OSD is responsible for providing the technology, processes and resource capability to support and enable the successful delivery of advanced distribution management system (ADMS) services, in line with the new Climate Action Plan (CAP) targets.

 

In support of this, the role of the OT Delivery workstream is to:​

  • Take forward the implementation of Pilots, New Propositions, Interim Operational Technology & Enduring Technical Business Capabilities​ designed under the DMSO Design Pillar
  • Once delivery is complete, transition these elements for work into the wider ESB Business whether that’s to within the wider DMSO organisation (including Flexibility Operations, Network Operations, Operation Systems) or other team(s).

 

As a network verifier you will be at the forefront of utilising existing data and capabilities across DMSO to help drive forward new technology for the business which is key not only for our flexibility and climate action targets but also the security of the reliability of network systems.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Working with core operational technology systems within OSD to source, understand, and utilise:
    • Network data from GIS
    • Load/customer data from SAP
    • Microgeneration data
    • Load profiles from RMDS
    • Weather data
  • Work with software providers to ensure the transition of data either from Workbook or Apex or both to NMS goes smoothly.
  • Run power flow studies to test the accuracy of the system output against recorded measurements
  • Analyse load flow results regularly to identify areas for improvement and to troubleshoot/resolve any issues identified.
  • Collaborate with data analytics teams within ESB Networks.
  • Process improvement – identifying areas for enhancement and working with the business to implement required changes.
 

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

  • A primary Engineering degree or equivalent work experience.
  • They must have a good knowledge of power systems (including network and system characteristics and parameters).
  • Essential capabilities and experience include:
    • Good interpersonal and collaboration skills.
    • Good presentation, documentation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work on their own initiative, taking ownership of work/projects

Desirable

  • Data analytics capability
  • Familiarity with operational technology systems within ESB Networks
  • Experience handling large quantities of data using Excel, writing queries to Oracle DB, and creating reports with KPIs for stakeholder review
  • Experience of modelling power systems and undertaking load flow analysis

Location
Flexible with minimum one/two anchor days a week in Dublin, Leopardstown. 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 one anchor day 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
Network Verifier Team Lead

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 to €56,00 per annum


Closing Date

7th May 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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