Electrical Project Engineer

MALONE Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MALONE Group is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to design, specify, and coordinate electrical building services for projects across Ireland and the EU. Based in Dublin, you will work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, compliant designs from concept through commissioning.

You will develop designs for LV/MV distribution, lighting, earthing, and fire alarm interfaces, prepare diagrams and schedules, and ensure compliance with Irish Building Regulations as well as ESG requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree or Level 7/8 qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 2–8+ years’ experience in electrical design.
• Strong understanding of Irish electrical standards and regulations.
• Experience working on projects in Ireland or the EU.
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD / Revit (BIM), Electrical design calculation tools (e.g. Trimble, Electrical OM, ETAP, Dialux)

Responsibilities

• Produce electrical designs including LV/MV power distribution, lighting, small power, earthing & bonding, emergency lighting, lightning protection, and fire alarm interfaces.
• Develop concept, detailed, and construction-stage designs.
• Prepare single-line diagrams, schematics, layouts, cable schedules, load calculations, and protection studies.
• Specify electrical equipment and systems suitable for customer sites and grid connections.
• Support projects through all lifecycle stages: concept, planning, detailed design, tender, construction, and commissioning.
• Attend design team meetings, technical workshops, and site inspections.
• Review contractor submittals, technical queries, and value engineering proposals.
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Ensure compliance with Irish Building Regulations (Part B, L, M), Health & Safety legislation.
• Client ESG and sustainability requirements.
• Produce design risk assessments and input into Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations.
• Liaise with Safe Electric, ESB Networks, and inspecting authorities as required.
• Coordinate designs with mechanical, architectural, civil, and process disciplines.
• Interface with customers, utilities, contractors, and suppliers.
• Provide technical input during tenders and procurement.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Communication

Documentation

Education

Degree or Level 7/8 in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit BIM

Electrical OM

ETAP

Dialux

Trimble

Job description

About the Role

Location: Dublin, Ireland Office based

Reports to: Senior Electrical Engineer

Key relationships: Head of Engineering, Engineering Department, CAD Department.

Role Overview

The Electrical Design Engineer is responsible for the design, specification, and coordination of electrical building services or industrial systems in compliance with Irish and EU standards. The role supports projects across sectors such as commercial buildings, data centres, pharmaceuticals, infrastructure, renewable energy, and industrial facilities. The engineer will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant electrical designs from concept through construction and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Produce electrical designs including LV/MV power distribution, lighting, small power, earthing & bonding, emergency lighting, lightning protection, and fire alarm interfaces
• Develop concept, detailed, and construction-stage designs
• Prepare single-line diagrams, schematics, layouts, cable schedules, load calculations, and protection studies
• Specify electrical equipment and systems suitable for customer sites and grid connections
• Support projects through all lifecycle stages: concept, planning, detailed design, tender, construction, and commissioning
• Attend design team meetings, technical workshops, and site inspections
• Review contractor submittals, technical queries, and value engineering proposals
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover activities
• Ensure compliance with Irish Building Regulations (Part B, L, M), Health & Safety legislation
• Client ESG and sustainability requirements
• Produce design risk assessments and input into Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations
• Liaise with Safe Electric, ESB Networks, and inspecting authorities as required
• Coordinate designs with mechanical, architectural, civil, and process disciplines
• Interface with customers, utilities, contractors, and suppliers
• Provide technical input during tenders and procurement

Qualifications

• Degree or Level 7/8 qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• 2–8+ years’ experience in electrical design
• Strong understanding of Irish electrical standards and regulations
• Experience working on projects in Ireland or the EU
• Proficiency in design software such as: AutoCAD / Revit (BIM), Electrical design calculation tools (e.g. Trimble, Electrical OM, ETAP, Dialux)

Required Skills

• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Customer-focused approach
• Collaborative team player
• High standard of technical documentation

Preferred Skills

• Experience in one or more sectors: Data centres, Pharmaceutical / Life Sciences, Commercial developments, Renewable energy or industrial plants
• Working towards or holding Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with Engineers Ireland
• Site experience including commissioning and snag resolution

Pay range and compensation package

This job description is designed to indicate the general scope, duties and responsibilities of the position and will be subject to periodic review.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Eligible to work in Ireland

Full clean driving licence

Willingness to attend client and site locations as required.