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Senior Professional Engineer, Overhead Lines Conflicts

 
Vacancy Number:  29125
Category:  Engineering - Other
Job Type:  Full-time
 
 

We are seeking a motivated Engineer or Technician with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in surveying, GIS, construction support and project management. Strong technical, analytical and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute to the safe and efficient delivery of transmission projects. 

In support of ESB’s strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity, building resilient infrastructure and empowering clients, this role will provide specialist transmission engineering support to ESB Networks. The role includes overhead line clearance assessments for ESB and third-party developments, overhead line design for capital and maintenance projects, and the application of LiDAR and Corridor Clearance Management System to support the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the transmission network. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Specialist support to ESB Networks on overhead transmission Lines 

  • Overhead line clearances calculations to ESB and third-party developments and infrastructure 

  • Overhead line design for capital transmission overhead line alterations and line maintenance projects 

  • LiDAR data processing and corridor clearance system management 

 

Experience and Qualifications 

Essential 

  • ArcGIS 

  • Surveying and use of GPS 

  • Site experience 

  • 3rd level qualification or equivalent work experience minimum of 5 years 

  • Full Driving License and access to a car 

 

Desirable  

  • Overhead Line Design 

  • Data Analysis 

  • Project Management 

  • Stakeholder management 

 

Location  

This position will be based in Dublin, Portlaoise or Cork Office. 

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 

Team Leader, Overhead Line and Cables, Transmission and Distribution Engineering Department. 

 

Why Work with Us? 

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

  • 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 to €70,000 per annum

 

Closing Date 

02nd October 2026

 

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:

 

  • Accountable and Ethical
  • Collaborative
  • Growing and Adaptive
  • Proactive
  • Respectful and Supportive

 

More information available on Our People Promise

 

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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