Energy Practice Lead – Water & Utilities

TOBIN CONSULTING ENGINEERS; Galway; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Galway is recruiting an Energy Practice Lead to develop their Energy Practice. This role requires a Level 8 Honours Degree in Electrical Engineering, at least 15 years of experience, and strong leadership in project management. The ideal candidate will lead projects in renewable energy and collaborate with various divisions, all within a hybrid working model. This offers a unique opportunity to contribute to Ireland's energy transition.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 8 Honours Degree preferably in Electrical Engineering.
• Preferably Chartered with an Accredited Professional Body such as Engineers Ireland.
• 15 years post-qualification experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through to commissioning.
• Collaborate with other divisions such as Environmental and Planning.
• Pursue new opportunities in renewable energy.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Technical Awareness

Collaboration

Education

Level 8 Honours Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

TOBIN have a strong and enduring reputation for excellence as a consultant in environmental and planning consents, engineering design and project management across critical infrastructure sectors in Ireland for over 70 years. Our portfolio includes power networks and renewable energy projects with system operators and developers.

TOBIN is now recruiting a leader to develop our Energy Practice. Reporting to the TOBIN Executive at Associate Director level the Energy Practice Lead will have:

Qualifications:

• Minimum Level 8 Honours Degree preferably in Electrical Engineering
• Preferably Chartered with an Accredited Professional Body such as Engineers Ireland

Experience:

• Previous senior leadership duties with a minimum of 15 years post-qualification experience
• Project Management experience in major energy infrastructure such as wind farms and high-voltage power grid
• Knowledge of energy regulation and high voltage grid infrastructure in Ireland
• Preference for previous experience working with Eirgrid, ESB or equivalent
• Technical awareness and team leadership experience
• Design or design management experience as a consultant preferred
• Relevant international experience welcome

Duties:

• Interface for existing partners and clients leading projects through to commissioning
• Collaborate with other TOBIN divisions such as Environmental and Planning
• Pursue new opportunities in renewable energy (wind, solar, hydrogen, hydro, biogas), grid transformation and decarbonisation and transmission system interconnectors.
• Demonstrate the highest levels of safety and integrity
• Develop and mentor specialist teams seeking innovation and continuous improvement
• Be accountable for project performance and excellence in technical delivery
• Live TOBIN values including sustainability, safety and CPD

TOBIN have a hybrid working policy with up to 3 days per week remote. The role location can be based from a choice of our offices in Dublin, Castlebar, Galway, Limerick or Sligo. As a team leader, some travel across our office network will be expected. Travel related to project and client meetings will also be required. Flexible working hours are also available.

This role provides a unique opportunity to develop a team within a long-established consultancy and be at the forefront of Ireland's Energy Transition.

How to Apply

If you feel that this opportunity is something you may be interested in and would like an opportunity to discuss the matter further, please forward your CV to [e-mail]