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Senior Professional Civil Engineer

 
Vacancy Number:  28333
Category:  Engineering - Civil / Structural
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 Senior Civil or Structural Engineer 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 

  • Lead design delivery for infrastructure projects design teams, acting as the lead designer within a multidisciplinary project team from feasibility stage through detailed design. 

  • Provide specialist civil engineering guidance on design, optioneering, constructability, interfaces and cost / schedule decisions. 

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

  • Manage engineering work packages, including scoping, tendering, evaluations, contract award support and construction‑phase input. 

  • Ensure design deliverables meet required programme, quality and technical standards. 

  • Lead design reviews, ensuring compliance with ESB standards, contract requirements, constructability, and safety‑in‑design obligations. 

  • Mentor junior engineers and promote a high‑performing, knowledge‑sharing design culture. 

  • Promote and actively participate in maintaining a strong safety culture, ensuring safety is embedded in design and throughout project delivery. 

 

Experience and Qualifications 

Essential 

  • Level 8 Engineering Degree or equivalent. 

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant civil and / or structural engineering experience. 

  • High level of specialist expertise and strong technical capability in civil or structural engineering. 

  • Proven ability to manage significant projects or key aspects of projects. 

  • Strong commercial and project management skills. 

  • Strong safety awareness and communication skills. 

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

Desirable  

  • Chartered status or working towards it in a recognised professional institution. 

  • Experience in utility projects. 

  • Familiarity with FIDIC Conditions of Contract or similar. 

  • Experience in performing the role of designer and / or PSDP on projects. 

 

Location  

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

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 in 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 

€59,000 - €70,000 per annum 

 
Closing Date 

30th April 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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