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Substation Control Engineer

 
Vacancy Number:  26849
Category:  Engineering - Electrical
Job Type:  Full-time
 

A bright, zero-carbon future awaits! 

The Commissioning & SCS Team in ESB Engineering & Major Projects leads engineering for ESB’s Transmission & Distribution businesses and provides consultancy for external clients. 

The Substation Control System group handles the Specifications, Scoping, Designs & Pre-commissioning of SCADA Systems for high voltage transmission and distribution assets of ESB Networks. 

The Substation Control Engineer must have strong project management and technical design skills, thorough knowledge of safety procedures, and excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. 

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop bespoke substation control system designs and system configurations for ESB Networks and international clients.
  • Conduct and oversee factory and site acceptance testing across a suite of automation and substation control system products.
  • Produce technical specifications, undertake tender technical evaluations, complete preliminary designs, fully integrate and test substation Control Systems for ESB’s ABB MicroSCADA and Siemens SICAM systems.
  • Provide technical support to colleagues in the area of substation control system design, including regular on-site and test lab in-person support as required.
  • A high level of performance is required to ensure consistent high levels of delivery, meeting clients' requirements, delivery dates and the commercial performance of projects with regard to controlling costs and contribution margins.
  • Undertake rostered on-call support services for ESB Networks suite of Substation Control Systems.

 

Experience and Qualifications 

Joining our dynamic team will present you with continuous opportunities to face new challenges and address various issues collaboratively. Working together is essential. You will have the freedom to determine the most effective methods for completing tasks and resolving problems, with the support of your colleagues. 

The ideal candidate will demonstrate several of the qualities listed below: 

  • Over 5 years of relevant experience in a utility or industrial environment, with expertise in specification, design, integration, and testing of substation control systems, remote terminal units (RTUs), or industrial programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
  • A Level 8 NFQ qualification or equivalent work experience is essential.
  • Knowledge of substation control system protocols, such as IEC 60870-5-101, 103, 104, and IEC61850.
  • A full driving license and access to a vehicle.
  • A strong work ethic with a clear commitment to achieving ESB’s safety, time, quality, and cost objectives.
  • Solid commercial and project management skills.
  • The ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities efficiently.
  • The capability to provide technical mentorship to junior team members.
  • A flexible approach to work, especially when necessary to deliver exceptional customer service.

Desirable 

It is desirable that the candidate has achieved the following: 

•    Experience in control centre SCADA, substation telecommunications, or power system studies is beneficial, but not required.
•    The candidate must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills in English, be willing to travel internationally and work successfully in a customer focused, project-oriented environment.

 

Location

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. 

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. 

 

Reporting to 

Reporting to the Senior Team leader, Substation Control System Team TDD.


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

27th June 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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