Professional Engineer

Position Description

ESB Networks is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and construction of the electricity network.  We are seeking a Professional Engineer to help deliver our continuity work programmes as part of our Net Zero Strategy. We are recruiting a Professional Engineer (PE), who will work alongside the Continuity Specialist, Technical Manager and Area Managers to support the successful delivery of our continuity work programme across the central region which includes network automation, system improvements and refurbishments.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and managing Continuity and other Network Improvement programmes in the region with the relevant stakeholders. 
• Scope and high-level concept design of Network Improvement schemes. 
• Report on continuity KPIs on weekly basis (e.g. CML and CI’s). 
• Produce the fault outage data on a daily & weekly basis which includes rectification of incorrect fault data, fault reporting, investigation and follow up. Managing the regional major fault log.
• Phase Balancing studies. 
• Liaise with key stakeholders – Network Assets, Operations, Network Planners, National Continuity team to deliver on region KPIs for Continuity and Network Improvement programmes. 
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and work plans for master work order approvals.
• Becoming very proficient in using the required systems e.g. NMS, Apex, Synergee, Sincal, UDW, WS500 etc.
• Innovative

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• Level 8 Engineering Degree or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of relevant engineering experience
• Experience of working with a wide range of stakeholders
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
• Capability to use visualisation of key data and metrics to drive improvement programmes
• Organised approach to workload and an ability to work on their own initiative and to tight deadlines. 
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite
• Full clean EU driving licence and access to a car

Desirable

• Experience in NMS, Apex, WS500, UDW, Sincal and Synergee

• Knowledge of Network Assets
• Knowledge of MV and LV Networks
• Proficient in Power BI

Qualifications:

• A 3rd Level qualification or equivalent work experience is essential. 

Reporting to

Technical Manager – Central Region – ESB Networks

Location

This role is based within the Central Region with hybrid working arrangements as per the ESB policy. The central region includes the below:

• Portlaoise
• Kilkenny
• Athlone
• Longford,
• Mullingar
• Tullamore

Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the  jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.

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 

€49,000 to €56,000 per annum

Closing Date 

1st May 2026