Electrical Engineer

Ward & Burke Construction Ltd.; Mallow; Hybrid; EUR 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Ward & Burke Construction Ltd. is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our expanding team based in Charleville. You will work across water and wastewater projects, contributing to design, procurement, construction support, commissioning and handover.

This hands-on role blends office design work with site surveys, technical coordination and active project delivery, requiring traveling to sites around Ireland.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 2–3 years’ experience in electrical engineering or project-delivery role.
• Ability to read and review electrical drawings, schematics, P&IDs and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify LV electrical and control systems for water and wastewater plants, pumping stations and upgrades.
• Prepare load schedules, equipment schedules, control philosophies and system architectures.
• Create electrical layouts, single-line diagrams, cable schedules and commissioning plans.
• Review wiring diagrams and schematics to support system integration and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with process, mechanical and civil engineers for integrated solutions.
• Prepare technical submissions and respond to client review comments.
• Carry out site surveys and assess existing electrical installations and equipment.
• Support sourcing and procurement of electrical equipment and specialist packages.
• Provide technical support during installation and commissioning of electrical panels and equipment.

Skills

LV electrical systems

Motor control

Control systems

Instrumentation

Reading electrical drawings

Safety mindset

Client & team communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Help deliver essential water and wastewater infrastructure from concept through to commissioning.

Ward & Burke is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our expanding team based in Charleville. You will work across water and wastewater projects and take an active role throughout the full project lifecycle, including design, procurement, construction support, commissioning and handover.

This is a hands‑on engineering role offering a blend of office-based design, site surveys, technical coordination, and project delivery.

Candidate Specification

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 2-3 years’ experience in a similar electrical engineering or project-delivery role.
• A practical understanding of LV electrical systems, motor control, control systems and instrumentation.
• The ability to read and review electrical drawings, schematics, P&IDs and technical documentation.
• A strong safety mindset, attention to detail and a structured approach to problem-solving.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to work with clients, suppliers and multidisciplinary project teams.
• A willingness to travel to project sites throughout Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify LV electrical and control systems for new and existing water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, upgrades and expansions.
• Prepare load schedules, equipment schedules, control philosophies, system architecture, electrical layouts, single-line diagrams, cable schedules, commissioning plans, and technical specifications.
• Complete cable-sizing calculations and review electrical schematics, P&IDs and wiring diagrams to support system integration and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with process, mechanical and civil engineers to develop integrated, buildable project solutions.
• Prepare technical submissions, respond to client review comments and support the approval process.
• Carry out site surveys and assess existing electrical installations and equipment.
• Support the sourcing and procurement of electrical equipment and specialist packages.
• Provide technical support during installation and commissioning of electrical panels, motors, MCCs, VSDs, lighting, control and instrumentation systems.

What Ward & Burke can offer:

• The opportunity to work on essential infrastructure projects from concept through to completion.
• A varied role combining design, site experience, commissioning and project delivery.
• Training and support for continued professional development.
• The opportunity to broaden your experience across electrical, control, instrumentation and multidisciplinary engineering.
• A clear opportunity to take ownership, develop your career and grow with the business.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not provided for this position

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