EV Charging Infrastructure Design Engineer

Electricity Supply Board; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EV charging initiatives

Hybrid work model

Staff well-being programmes

Job summary

Electricity Supply Board is seeking a dedicated Electrical Design Engineer to produce detailed LV/MV design packages for EV charging sites across Ireland, NI and the UK. You will perform cable sizing calculations, review utility requirements, and engage with multiple stakeholders to ensure compliant, practical solutions.

This role requires travel across Ireland and the UK, a degree in electrical engineering, and at least 3 years of design experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, energy systems or equivalent engineering qualification.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in electrical design engineering or related field.
• Strong understanding of electrical design principles and cable sizing, protection coordination and electrical calculations.
• Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of IS 10101 and/or BS 7671 Requirements (or equivalent) for electrical installations.
• Ability to work independently , take ownership of projects and manage competing priorities .
• Full driving license and willingness to travel throughout Ireland and the UK.
• Knowledge & experience of EV charging infrastructure development.
• Experience as MV or LV design engineer or civil/structural/construction engineer.
• Strong stakeholder management abilities managing both client and subcontractor relationships.
• Working knowledge and understanding of other engineering disciplines and their interaction with electrical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed electrical design packages for LV and MV-connected EV charging sites across Ireland, NI and the UK including system layouts, schematics, single-line diagrams, cable routing drawings, protection settings and equipment specifications.
• Carry out electrical design calculations including cable sizing, load assessments and demand calculations.
• Review and assess utility connection offers and technical requirements from ESB Networks, DNOs and ICPs.
• Undertake site visits and surveys to assess design constraints and develop practical engineering solutions and liaise with Distribution Network Operators, utility providers, contractors, consultants, suppliers and local authorities as required.
• Support project delivery teams during construction, commissioning and energisation activities and business development teams during contract development activities.
• Support the continuous improvement and standardisation of ESB eCars design processes and technical standards.
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable standards including IS 10101, BS 7671, ESB Networks requirements and relevant health and safety legislation.

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, energy systems or equivalent engineering qualification

Job description

Electricity Supply Board is seeking a dedicated Electrical Design Engineer to produce detailed LV/MV design packages for EV charging sites across Ireland, NI and the UK. You will perform cable sizing calculations, review utility requirements, and engage with multiple stakeholders to ensure compliant, practical solutions.

This role requires travel across Ireland and the UK, a degree in electrical engineering, and at least 3 years of design experience.