Route Designer, Cables

Position Description

We are seeking a talented Geospatial / Civil / Construction Management Engineer with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience in the route selection, design, and construction of underground cable linear assets.

In support of ESB’s strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity, building resilient infrastructure, and empowering clients, you will collaborate with our team to provide underground cable route selection design, consenting, stakeholder management, and engineering solutions to ESB Networks and other clients on high voltage transmission and distribution projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop underground cable routes from feasibility to detailed designs as part of a large team of professionals.
• Manage stakeholders through consultation, engagement, and negotiation with private landowners, public authorities, and statutory stakeholders.
• Provide technical support on material quantities, calculations, and design reviews.
• Produce technical reports and drawings using CAD Software.
• Undertake land surveying, data processing, and production of various design drawings including route plans/sections and construction drawings.
• Produce legal notices and commercial tender documents with the support of senior professionals.

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• Level 8 Geo Spatial / Engineering Construction Management Degree or equivalent qualification.
• 3+ years relevant post-qualification experience.
• Strong awareness of health and safety legislation to support the ESB Safety Culture.
• Knowledge in the use of modern topographic survey equipment and expertise in using CAD systems to detail and communicate engineering designs.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills including stakeholder management.
• Strong ability to prioritise work with excellent organisational skills and quality management.
• Hold a full driving licence and have access to a car.

Desirable

• Experience in the development/design and construction of linear infrastructure projects such as underground cables.
• Experience using GSI software such as ARCGIS.
• 3D CAD capability.

Location

This position will be based in One Dublin Airport Central or Eastgate, Cork.

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 HV Cables, ESB Engineering & Major Projects.