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Senior Electrical Engineer

 
Vacancy Number:  27506
Category:  Engineering - Electrical
Job Type:  Full-time
 

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Electrical Engineer to support the delivery of our DSO Site Acquisitions and Planning programme. This multimillion-euro CAPEX programme is to directly deliver new distribution substations to meet ESB’s Net Zero 2040 strategy. The role will require the Senior Electrical Engineer to carry out appropriate technical assessments to support the planning and development of sites for new substation infrastructure, grid connections and associated offloading. The role will also involve supporting the Site Acquisitions and Planning team in their regular co-ordination with local authorities, statutory bodies, customers, external consultants, land agents and landowners. 

The Senior Electrical Engineer will be required to have strong project management and technical design background, detailed knowledge of internal safety procedures and excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.  

 

Key Responsibilities 

Responsibilities will cover the items below: 

  • Key responsibility of the role is to provide physical design layouts for new distribution substation projects with a key focus on network design relating to grid connectivity and offloading.
  • Overall responsibility for leading technical meetings to deliver solutions for new network substation infrastructure, high voltage underground cables and overhead lines.
  • Preparation of technical feasibility reports and providing technical support to colleagues in the field of substation design and grid connectivity, meetings and ensuring the verification of designs issued within the group. 
  • Management and coordination of technical aspects of the project with all internal and external stakeholders. Collaboration with ESB Network Assets, ESB Networks Planning and EMP Substation Design Standards teams’ will be particularly important in this role.
  • Overall responsibility for safety as Project Supervisor Design Stage (PSDP). Preparation & review of design risk assessments and project H&S plans as appropriate to support the design and development of projects.
  • A strong work ethic with a clear focus on delivering results within a tight time frame whilst ensuring the safety and quality of the project is not impacted. 
  • The ability to manage and coordinate inputs from a range of engineering disciplines and key stakeholders, to act as the Lead Engineer with a solution focused approach for delivery on a number of projects.

 

Experience and Qualifications 

Working as part of this dynamic team, you will always have new challenges and new problems to solve – working together is key. You will have the autonomy to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems with the support of your colleagues.  

 

Essential 

  • Either level 8 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience is essential 
  • 5 years' plus relevant design experience in the field of substation switchgear, power transformers, reactors, high voltage cables and overhead lines design for both transmission and distribution applications.
  • A strong understanding of all elements of tendering and tender evaluations, scoping, planning and design for new substations.
  • Strong project management capabilities
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • The demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
  • Full drivers licence and access to a car. 

Desirable 

  • Chartered Engineer Status
  • Experience and competency in the role of PSDP and fulfilling the required duties.

 

Location 

This role is based in the ESB E&MP Dublin or Cork office but regular travel to project locations as required is a key requirement of the 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.

 

Reporting to 

Electrical Manager, Physical Design Team, Site Acquisitions & Planning Group, ESB Engineering and Major Projects. 

 

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 

€57,000 to €68,000 per annum 

 

Closing Date 

19th November 2025 

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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