Naval Electrical Engineering Officer — Lead & Innovate Sea

Irish Naval Service; Cobh; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Onsite gym

Accommodation during training

Job summary

The Irish Naval Service is recruiting qualified Electrical Engineers to join as Direct Entry Electrical Engineering Officers. This leadership role oversees the design, installation, maintenance and upgrade of critical onboard systems.

You will lead engineering teams across sea and shore postings, with training at the Naval College to prepare you for both engineering and military responsibilities, including CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent recognised by the Minister for Defence.
• Applicants must meet age and height requirements, and provide age proof if progressing.
• Work permit eligibility to serve in Defence Forces; minimum 5 years eligibility to stay in Ireland; proof may be requested.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, maintain and upgrade complex electrical systems across the fleet.
• Lead engineering teams during sea postings, overseeing electrical, electronic and control systems.
• Manage shore-based roles in project planning, equipment procurement and maintenance operations.
• Undertake funded CPD in areas such as Project Management, Engineering Master’s programmes and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical engineering

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

The Irish Naval Service is recruiting qualified Electrical Engineers to join as Direct Entry Electrical Engineering Officers. This leadership role oversees the design, installation, maintenance and upgrade of critical onboard systems.

You will lead engineering teams across sea and shore postings, with training at the Naval College to prepare you for both engineering and military responsibilities, including CPD opportunities.