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Senior Substation Design Engineer

 
Vacancy Number:  26620
Category:  Engineering - Other
Job Type:  Full-time
 

 

Join our dedicated team where we provide specialist electrical engineering services in the Planning and Development of High Voltage Transmission and Distribution Assets for the Networks Business. The team specialises in; 

 

  • Conceptual and Detailed Engineering Design  
  • Design Safety Management. 
  • Project Scoping, Programming and Commercial Management. 

 

The Senior Substation 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: 

  • The key responsibility of the role is to provide high quality designs,  safety coordination and act as the Lead Engineer on a diverse range of electricity transmission and distribution development projects. This includes: 
  • Overall responsibility for leading and delivering substation designs, design meetings and all programme deliverable, budgetary and quality requirements 
  • Providing technical support to colleagues in the area of substation design, meetings and ensuring the verification of designs issued within the group 
  • Management and coordination of technical, commercial and financial aspects of the project with all internal and external stakeholders  
  • Overall responsibility for safety as Project Supervisor Design Stage (PSDP). Preparation & review of design risk assessments and project H&S plans for design & construction teams   
  • 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 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.  

  

We are looking for the following skills; 

 

Essential 

  • Either level 8 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience is essential 
  • 5 years' plus relevant experience in a wide range of substation design including transmission and distribution substations. 
  • A strong understanding of all elements of substation tendering and tender evaluations, scoping, planning, design, costing, construction and commissioning 
  • Strong project management and contract management skills and knowledge  
  • Experience in control & protection systems, auxiliary power systems (AC/DC), power transformers and or reactors. 
  • Full drivers licence and access to a car. 
  • Understanding and experience of the PSDP/CDMC processes. 
  • The demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities. 

 

Desirable 

It is desirable that the candidate has achieved the following: 

  • PSDP Competency (or CDMC equivalent). 

 

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 

Senior Team leader, Substation Design, Transmission and Distribution Delivery, 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 €71,000 per annum 

  

Closing Date 

29th April 2025 

 

Inclusion and Diversity 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.

Our inclusive culture fosters innovation and connection among our 9,000 employees. At ESB, we support you to be your best so that you can truly make a difference.
 

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