Construction - Electrical Site Engineer

Glanua; Limerick; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Glanua in Ireland seeks an Electrical Engineer to lead design and procurement for water and wastewater projects. The role focuses on electrical load balances, MV design, and coordination with Process, Mechanical, Control & Automation teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Level 7 degree in Electrical Engineering, 3+ years’ experience, strong communication, planning and problem-solving skills, and a full driving licence; experience in pharma or food manufacturing is a plus.

Qualifications

• Level 7 degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 3+ years of experience, preferably in Water & Wastewater.
• Excellent interpersonal, planning, and communication skills.
• Strong numeracy and IT skills including MS Office and design tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and review electrical systems for water/wastewater projects.
• Procurement and review of tender packages; provide technical and commercial reviews.
• Conduct site surveys and prepare condition reports as required.
• Coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Control & Automation, Civil and Structural disciplines.
• Support sustainability and off-site manufacturing initiatives in design outputs.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Coordination

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Level 7 Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

AutoCAD/Autodesk

ETAP

Trimble ProDesign (Amtech)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Application Details

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.

Job Description

The main knowledge, skills and experience required of the Electrical Engineer are outlined as follows:Level 7/8 Degree in Electrical Engineering.Minimum of 3 years’ experience, preferably in the Water & Wastewater sector.Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsExcellent planning, organisational, training, teamwork, problem resolution and presentation skillsExcellent literacy, numeric and IT skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Autodesk packagesWorking knowledge of PLC’s (programming not required) and Variable Speed Drives / motor starters, valve actuators and instrumentation in general.Working knowledge of Trimble ProDesign (Amtech)or ETAP calculation software would be an advantage.Experience in a pharmaceutical environment and or food grade manufacturing environment would be an advantage.Full Clean driving licence.Main Duties and Responsibilities: 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 ofSite 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 designsCable 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, 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 manufacturing, improved digitalised ways of working and drive towards sustainability.

• Sector: construction

Career Level

• Not Required

Candidate Requirements

Essential

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

Desirable

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