Electrical Engineer

EPS Group; Leinster; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical services company in Leinster is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join their Contracts team. The role involves designing and developing electrical systems for wastewater and water treatment plants. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in the industry, strong technical skills in 3 phase industrial installations, and a third-level qualification in Electrical Engineering. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• 2 - 5 years minimum experience in a related industry.
• Experience with 3 phase motors, starters, control panels, PLC's.
• Full EU/Irish driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for water and wastewater treatment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Manage electrical installation and liaise with contractors.

Skills

3 phase industrial installations

Technical problem solving

Electrical schematics interpretation

AutoCAD proficiency

Vendor management during commissioning

Education

Third level Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Trimble

Job description

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EPS Group has an immediate vacancy for an Electrical Engineer to join our Contracts team assigned to projects in North Leinster.

As part of our growing team, you will be responsible for the electrical engineering activities on Wastewater Treatment Plants and Water Treatment Plants.

No two days will be the same, so your activities will vary and will be agreed with the Contracts Manager on an ongoing basis. You will support the design team through the process up to and including the onsite installation and commissioning phase.

A highly varied, challenging role providing invaluable exposure to the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop electrical systems for water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, and related infrastructure
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and wiring diagrams to support troubleshooting and system integration
• Complete electrical design review to identify design gaps and deviations or contradictions in specifications
• Validate cable sizing and make recommendations as appropriate
• Compile and issue technical submittals
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes (NSAI Irish Standard I.S. 10101:2020 IEC, WIMES), safety regulations, and environmental standards
• Manage electrical aspects of projects and liaise with contractors and suppliers, ensuring a robust procurement process
• Review the electrical installation with the BIM team to ensure the design is constructible and that there is adequate space for installation and maintenance of all equipment and cabling
• Liaise with the design team & supply chain to ensure systems are compliant with specifications and drawings
• Manage specialist vendors during the commissioning process to ensure timely completion of their works
• Develop Site Instruction Packs, handover packs and test packs as required
• Attending quality meetings and participate in QA/QC walk downs when required
• Review and answer technical queries from site in relation to specifications/drawings/materials and equipment
• Issue requisitions and ensure all materials delivered are as per specifications and submittals
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams, including automation, mechanical, civil, and process engineers

Key Competencies and Skills:

• 2 - 5 years minimum experience in a related industry
• Technical knowledge and experience of 3 phase industrial installations, specifically including 3 phase motors , starters, control panels, PLC's and associated instrumentation
• Proficiency in reading and creating electrical schematics, P&IDs, and wiring diagrams
• Experience with AutoCAD and Trimble for electrical design and layout
• Strong technical knowledge of Safe Electric certification
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or within a team
• Ability to lead and take responsibility for project completion

Qualifications:

• Third level Electrical Engineering
• Similar relevant third level qualification and experience will be considered
• Full EU/ Irish driving licence

Compensation Package:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Laptop or desktop and work mobile phone provided
• Flexible working options, dependent on location and role requirements
• See company website for more information on the benefits of working in EPS Group

We welcome speculative applications from individuals of all levels.

If you are interested in working with us but are not sure if the role above is for you, please feel free to get in touch for an informal discussion about what we do and what you could bring to the team. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request during your recruitment journey, please let our recruiting team know.

Equal Opportunity Statement- EPS Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Company Profile

Since 1968, we have grown from a modest electrical and pumping services business and developed into an innovative, internationally exporting product and service provider, now focused upon the water, wastewater and clean technology sectors, operating across the Republic of Ireland, the UK and Northern Europe.

We are an international water infrastructure specialist, one of the few genuine end-to-end service providers in the global water sector, providing large scale employment, bringing market leading and groundbreakingtechnologies to Ireland and working to improve the country's water infrastructure.

Our vision is to be the best and most rewarding place to work for our teams, to be our customer's outstanding partner of choice and we are committed to being a Net Zero, sustainable business.