Senior Engineer, Substations Engineering

Join our dedicated team where we support the effective & efficient delivery of engineering and technical solutions required by ESB and to ensure that the engineering capability is sustained to enable us to facilitate:

• the safe delivery of major projects
• continued safe and compliant operation of the existing electrical infrastructure assets
• development of standardised engineering designs across multiple programmes of work

We are expanding our resourcing and providing opportunities to join our Substations Engineering team as we continue our shared journey to a Brighter Future.

Substations Engineering is a key role in ensuring the correct technical direction of our HV Substation capital works projects from MV up to 400 KV. The role has responsibility for supporting development of key substation engineering documentation and content, ensuring our designs are fit for purpose for the successful delivery of our 2040 Net Zero strategy. This role will support all substation capital projects, providing specialist engineering services and support to the wider substation delivery functions in ESB.

A focal point of the Substations Design Services Team is the proactive identification and development of standardised design deliverables to increase effectiveness in project delivery. Achieving this objective will leverage individual experience to best support ESB’s programmes of work and develop skillsets to respond to the dynamic and evolving challenges in substation delivery.

Key Responsibilities

The key responsibility of the role is to provide support & contribution to the development of high-quality designs and safety coordination on a diverse range of electricity transmission and distribution development projects, including:

• Preparing substation designs, high voltage materials management & design review, facilitating enhanced design coordination, attending meetings, and ensuring design deliverables meet all the necessary quality requirements
• Review, development and refinement of Work Instructions and Standard Design Processes
• Implementation of design reviews on substation capital projects ensuring lessons learnt are captured and appropriately actioned
• Support the rollout of pilot projects for new technologies and engage/contribute to relevant industry Forums and Professional Bodies
• A strong understanding of Risk Assessment in conceptual and project design
• A strong work ethic with a clear focus on delivering results within a tight time frame whilst ensuring the safety and quality of the work is not impacted
• A proven track record of success contributing to the training and development of other staff members within the group
• The ability to manage and coordinate inputs from a range of engineering disciplines and key stakeholders
• A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to deliver excellent customer service
• Proven ability to work on own initiative and deliver results to strict deadlines
• Excellent communication skills

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

The successful candidate will, ideally, have several of the qualities listed below: 

• A proven track record in substation engineering delivery, including detail high voltage substation design material
• Experience in a wide range of the design including transmission and distribution substations, for example, 10/20 kV, 38 kV, 110 kV, 220 kV and 400 kV substation design
• Awareness of Substation systems, architectures, operations, and design constraints
• Experience of adaptive design & development of substation design solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Full EU driving licence

Desirable

It is desirable that the candidate has achieved the following:

• PSDP Competency (or CDMC equivalent). 
• Site work competency
• Experience of ePlan/Microstation/CAD software for Substation Design Development
• Experience in development of standardised design deliverables

Qualifications

Essential

Either level 8 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience is essential

Location

This role(s) is expected to be based in ESB E&MP Dublin offices or Eastgate Cork, with potential for remote working, but 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 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.

Why ESB? 

• Opportunity to lead and operate on frontline of Ireland’s transition to net zero future​ 
• Embracing & facilitating a Smart Working Future​ / Hybrid Working 
• Career development through mentoring, and training  
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities 
• Active Social & Sports Clubs 
• Networking opportunities 
• Credit Union  
• Generous Pension Contributions 
• Access to Staff Well Being programmes 
• Generous parents leave entitlements  
• Great team environment working to our Core Values – Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted 
• ESB has a comprehensive Diversity and Inclusion Programme  

Salary

€59,000 -  €70,000 per annum

Closing Date

12th June 2026