Construction - Electrical Engineer (Design and Install)

Glanua; Clondalkin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Clondalkin is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to oversee design and installation projects. You will ensure compliance with safety standards, manage project delivery, and conduct site surveys. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience and holds a Level 7 qualification in Electrical Engineering. This position requires collaboration with multiple engineering disciplines and a focus on innovative technology in the construction sector.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Level 7 qualification in Electrical Engineering or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Sustainability standards.
• Manage the delivery of electrical and installation scope.
• Conduct site surveys and preliminary condition reports.

Skills

Administration

Analytical

Communications

Computer Literacy

Collaboration

Decision Making

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

Level 7 or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Construction - Electrical Engineer (Design and Install)

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

The main duties and responsibilities of the Electrical Engineer are outlined as follows: Ensure Health, Safety, Environmental, Sustainability & Quality standards, policies and procedures are developed into all designs and design outputs. Work collaboratively with other engineering disciplines in Process, Mechanical, Control & Automation, Civil and Structural to ensure an optimum design solution is reached. Reporting to the Electrical Department Manager, design works include the compilation and review of site surveys and condition reports as required, M&I Listings, Electrical load balances, MIC load calculations, Medium Voltage design, Generator design and sizing for back-up applications, General electrical services design, Lighting and emergency lighting designs, Earthing and Lightning protection designs, Cable sizing/cable schedules, Review I/O of listings, Review of control panel drawings schematics, Review of specialist reports on harmonics and selection of equipment to mitigate the harmonics, Solar PV generation and battery storage and renewable generators for small applications.

Undertake site surveys and preliminary condition reports on existing infrastructure/assets. Procurement of packages for LV works such as Main Distribution Boards, MCC’s and control panels, automation hardware/software, starters, electrical installation works, earthing and lightning protection. Procurement packages for MV works such as distribution transformers, MV switchgear and specialist design services for MV works. Procure and manage 3rd party design consultants as required. For all procurement packages, provide a technical and commercial review of tender returns, ensuring tender returns align to the required standards and demonstrate value for money. Provide a recommendation to procurement.

With the tendering team, assist in the preparation and pricing of tender submissions for electrical works. Promote and advocate key themes from Glanua Business Strategy including a move to off-site Encourage use of innovative technology and ways of working within the team. Harness opportunities and mitigate risk through effective design and risk mitigation measures during the lifecycle of the design process. Ensure you are aware of local Asset Standards, Electrical Standards, WIMES, etc and embed requirements of same into respective designs. Keep appraised of the latest standards and technology through continuous professional development (CPD).

When onsite during the installation phase the main duties and responsibilities will also include: Ensuring Health, Safety, Environmental & Sustainability standards, policies and procedures are always adhered to on-site. Work on assigned projects to manage the delivery of the electrical and installation scope including procurement, installation supervision, commissioning and handover. You may be required to work on more than one project at a time depending on the size and complexity of the projects.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 3
• Minimum Qualification: Level 7 (incl Diploma & Ordinary Bachelor Degree) OR Electrical Engineering

Desirable:

• Ability Skills: Administration, Analytical, Communications, Computer Literacy
• Competency Skills: Collaboration, Decision Making, Flexibility, Initiative
• Driving Licence: Full B

Sector

• Sector: construction