Project Engineer

 We have a permanent position for a Project Engineer to join the Project Development Constructability Team to deliver our ambitious project pipeline helping ESB progress our Net Zero 2040 targets.  

In support of ESB’s strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity and building resilient infrastructure, you will provide leadership and technical guidance to Project Development group members in all aspects of the project conception through to contract tender award (if applicable) for HV Substation and HV Cable projects. The role will also involve concept review, contract management, training, development, mentoring and interfacing with other design specialists and clients. 

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering technical and procurement documentation for the inclusion in Procurement Enquiries for the EPC and D&B delivery of HV Substation and HV Cable projects to agreed project timelines. 

• Managing all technical inputs and acting as the single point of contact for ESB Networks Procurement throughout the course of the Procurement Process., including the production of Tender Evaluation reports. 

• Deliver  constructability appraisals for inclusion in the project scope to agreed target timelines and deliver appraisals of Feasibility Studies and Site Suitability Layouts for future pipeline projects.  

• Development of procedural documents to document processes, promoting efficiency within our work processes and ensuring a high-quality delivery of workload across the group. 

• Commercial Management of design time and expenditure on projects, also ensuring our contracting strategies focuses on efficiency and deliverability to maximise the overall project pipeline.  

Experience and Qualifications

• Third level qualification or appropriate experience  
• A minimum of seven years’ experience in HV substation or HV Cable projects. 

• A good understanding of all elements of substation electrical construction principles. 

• A strong work ethic with a clear focus on delivery to EMPs safety, time, quality and cost objectives. 

• The demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities and stakeholders. 

• A proven track record of success contributing to the training and development of technical professionals and a flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to delivery excellent customer service. 

Desirable

• A good understanding of procurement processes and FIDIC contract management 
• Achieved either PSDP Competency or CDMC equivalent. 

• Full drivers' licence and relevant competencies to visit ESBN substations and sites on their own.     

Location

This position will be based in either Dublin or Cork but the role will require a certain amount of travel around 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 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

Pre-CA Constructability Manager in Networks Projects Development

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

€69,000 to €81,000

Closing Date

21st May 2025