Electrical Engineering Officer — Lead Naval Systems & CPD

Military; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Naval Service is seeking qualified Electrical Engineers to join as Direct Entry Electrical Engineering Officers. This leadership and technical role sits at the heart of naval operations, responsible for onboard systems and mission support at sea and ashore.

Base location: Naval Base, Haulbowline Island, Cork. You will oversee design, installation, maintenance and upgrade of complex electrical systems, with sea postings and shore-based roles, plus CPD funding opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (Level 8+).
• Under 50 years of age on 31 December in the year of application.
• Minimum height 157.48 cm.
• No tattoos visible above the collar while serving.
• Minimum 5 years eligibility to stay in Ireland (work permit).
• Must meet medical, physical and security clearance standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, maintain and upgrade complex electrical systems across the fleet.
• Lead engineering teams aboard ships and in shore facilities.
• Manage power generation, navigation, communications, weapons, IT infrastructure.
• Rotate between sea postings and shore-based roles.
• Pursue funded CPD and relevant qualifications during service.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical engineering

Project management

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

The Naval Service is seeking qualified Electrical Engineers to join as Direct Entry Electrical Engineering Officers. This leadership and technical role sits at the heart of naval operations, responsible for onboard systems and mission support at sea and ashore.

Base location: Naval Base, Haulbowline Island, Cork. You will oversee design, installation, maintenance and upgrade of complex electrical systems, with sea postings and shore-based roles, plus CPD funding opportunities.