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Route Designer & Surveyor

 
Vacancy Number:  28350
Category:  Engineering - Other
Job Type:  Full-time
 

 Join our dedicated group where we are responsible for the design delivery and support of significant high-voltage infrastructure projects to enable connection of renewable energy as well as ensuring the Transmission and Distribution Grids are future ready and resilient. Working at voltages from 38 kV to 400 kV for ESB Networks, EirGrid, and other key clients, our work directly strengthens Ireland’s electricity infrastructure and supports ESB’s Net Zero 2040 strategy, enabling a more resilient and sustainable energy future. 

A Brighter, zero carbon future awaits!  

The Route Designer / Surveyor will play a key role in the delivery of engineering projects for ESB. This role involves close collaboration with design teams, ESB partners, and Contractors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Develop linear asset routes from feasibility to detail designs as part of a large team of engineering and surveying professionals. 

  • The production of design drawings including land surveying and data processing. 

  • Stakeholder management through consultation, engagement and negotiation with private landowners, public authorities and statutory stakeholders. 

  • Provide technical support on material quantities, calculations and design reviews. 

  • Participate in constructability reviews, due diligence of internal and external designs, as well as input or production of design risk assessments.  

  • Provide technical input to project teams and collaborate with colleagues to ensure quality and compliance with ESB standards on all designs. 

  • Co-ordinate with internal and external stakeholders to progress projects through all lifecycle stages and governance gates – from concept stage through to construction. 

 

Experience and Qualifications 

Essential  

  • Level 8 Civil Engineering, Geo-Spatial or construction management degrees or equivalent. Level 7 degrees may also be considered depending on experience. 

  • Minimum of 3 years post graduate experience. 

  • Strong awareness of health and safety legislation to support the ESB Safety Culture. 

  • Knowledge in the use of modern topographic survey equipment and expertise in using CAD (AutoCAD or Bentley Microstation) systems to detail and communicate engineering designs. 

  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills including stakeholder management. 

  • Strong ability to prioritise work with excellent organisational skills and quality management. 

  • Valid driver's license for ROI, access to a car, and flexibility to travel nationwide. 

Desirable  

  • Experience in software such ArcGIS Pro or similar 

  • Experience in utility / linear infrastructure projects 

 

Location  

This position will be based in ESB E&MP’s Offices in Dublin or Eastgate Cork. 

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 

Team Leader of HV Linear Assets Delivery 

 

Why Work with Us? 

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future. 

  • Progressive, hybrid working model. 

  • 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 €58,000 per annum 

 
Closing Date 

7th May 2026 

 

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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