Protection Maintenance Engineer

We are looking for a Senior Protection Maintenance Engineer with 5 to 6 years' experience in providing highly technical protective services.  

In support of ESB's strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity and building resilient infrastructure, you will work with the team developing and implementing maintenance policies/ standards, monitoring the network and identifying maintenance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Working on a national basis, at times largely dictated by operational constraints, key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assessment of site safety prior to engaging in commissioning or maintenance activities and to coordinate the work schedule with site staff as appropriate.
• Commissioning primary, secondary and associated equipment forming part of Transmission/Distribution Networks and ESB Power Stations.
• Maintenance testing of protection relays and associated circuits. 
• Functional verification of protection scheme designs and checking compliance to approved design standards.
• Respond and mobilise at short notice to critical system faults.
• Carry out detailed fault investigations and provide specialist protection support to network & power station operators.

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• A 3rd Level qualification or equivalent work experience is essential
• In depth knowledge and experience of operational procedures and the operation of substations and/or power stations.
• Strong understanding of typical protection philosophies as applied to Power stations and Transmission Networks.
• Thorough knowledge of schematics, cubicle wiring and functional testing techniques.
• Proven track record of delivering commissioning/maintenance activities in live operational HV substations and/or power stations.
• Adept in the use of omicron test equipment, particularly in the area of test plan development for protection relay testing.
• Comfortable with software applications required for communicating with various types of protection relays.
• Drivers License, as travelling to site is a key feature of this role
• Self-motivated and be capable of working on their own initiative without direct supervision.
• Show a high level of commitment and flexibility.

Location 

This role is based in either E&MP Dublin/ Cork offices.  Site work throughout Ireland and internationally will be a feature in this role. Driver’s license is a must to apply for this role.

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.

Why ESB?

• Opportunity to lead and operate on frontline of Ireland’s transition to net zero future​
• Career development through mentoring, and training 
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Active Social & Sports Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Generous Pension 
• Access to Staff Well Being programmes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Great team environment working to our Core Values – Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Reporting to

Reporting to the Protection Maintenance Team Leader within Network System Services, Transmission & Distribution Engineering

Salary 

€58,000 to €70,000 per annum.

Closing Date 

22 September 2025