Onshore Renewables Electrical Engineer

Electricity Supply Board; Dublin, Cork; Hybrid; EUR 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Electricity Supply Board (ESB) seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical engineering across onshore wind projects in Ireland and the UK. You will supervise design, feasibility studies, tender documentation, and contract administration, while collaborating with clients, contractors and internal teams.

Based in Ireland (Dublin/Cork) with travel to project sites in Ireland and the UK, you will mentor junior engineers and uphold high safety standards across multi-site renewable and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years in HV power/renewables.
• Proven track record delivering HV substations or renewable projects.
• Experience with D&B or EPC contracts and design reviews.
• Strong safety knowledge including PSDP/PSCS and safety in construction.
• Willingness to travel to the UK and across Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering across feasibility, design, and tender preparation.
• Administer D&B or EPC contracts ensuring compliance throughout life cycle.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, OEMs and internal teams.
• Oversee health and safety and review related docs.
• Mentor junior engineers and develop team capability.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

HV Substations

Project Management

Contract Management

Design & Build (D&B)

EPLAN

AutoCAD

PSSE/ETAP

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD

PSSE/ETAP

Job description

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The Onshore Electrical Wind Team manages the electrical scope of ESB’s Onshore Wind generation projects in Ireland and the UK. The team plays a crucial role in helping ESB achieve its Net Zero by 2040 strategy and is responsible for the electrical works throughout the concept, development, construction, energisation, and handover phases. This includes delivering High Voltage Substations, Grid Connections, Collector Systems, and Renewable Technologies through Design and Build (D&B) contracts. The team provides Lead Electrical Engineering and handles Preliminary Designs, Specification Preparation, Tendering, Design Reviews, Owner’s Engineering, Contract Management, and Site Supervision.

In support of ESB’s strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity, building resilient infrastructure and empowering the client, the Senior Electrical Engineer will serve as Lead Electrical Engineer for onshore wind projects. They will lead and collaborate with a highly skilled and motivated team, while also engaging with clients, contractors, OEMs, colleagues, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of projects.

The Onshore Wind Electrical Team sits in the wider Onshore Renewable Electrical Team so the successful candidate will gain further experience in various Solar and Battery Energy Storage projects as required.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Electrical Engineer’s key responsibilities include delivering high-level engineering, managing projects and contracts, and on-site supervision of contractors on renewable and energy storage projects. This role also involves establishing and maintaining high safety standards in all aspects of the work. Responsibilities include the following.

Feasibility & Design Development

Conduct project feasibility assessments including technical due diligence, concept designs, and budgetary pricing. Prepare and update technical specifications and designs for tender documentation.

Develop comprehensive tender enquiry documents, review and critically evaluate tender submissions to ensure alignment with project requirements.

Contract Administration

Administer Design & Build (D&B) or Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) electrical contracts, ensuring compliance and performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Stakeholder Engagement & Project Delivery

Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes, maintaining clear communication and alignment.

Health & Safety Oversight

Oversee health and safety aspects of projects, including preparation and review of relevant documentation to ensure regulatory and client standards are met.

Contractor & Quality Management

Manage contractors and review their design submissions for compliance with functional specifications and standards. Inspect plant and materials on-site and at manufacturing locations to verify quality and progress.

Leadership & Team Development

Act as Lead Electrical Engineer on renewable and energy storage projects, ensuring high-quality outputs. Support and mentor junior colleagues to build team capability.

Experience and Qualifications

• Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field and have a minimum of 5 years post-graduate electrical experience in HV power industry.
• A proven track record in delivering electrical scope for HV substations or renewable engineering projects and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• A good understanding of Tendering Process associated with renewable projects.
• Knowledge of construction and commissioning associated with substations or Electrical Balance of Plant (EBoP) works associated with renewable and energy storage projects.
• Strong understanding of safety in construction, encompassing HV safety, PSDP and PSCS processes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and proven track record of managing internal and external stakeholders.
• Full drivers’ licence valid for use in Republic of Ireland.
• Meet travel requirements to the UK.
• Experience in substation design, including proficiency with software tools such as EPLAN and AutoCAD.
• Experience of working on renewable energy projects.
• Knowledge of D&B and/or EPC projects.
• Project management and contract management skills and knowledge.
• Master’s-level education.
• Familiarity with power system analysis tools including PSSE, ETAP, or DIgSILENT.

Location

This position will be based in EMP Dublin or Cork office but travel to project locations in Ireland and the UK is a key requirement of the role.

Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.

Reporting To

Senior Team Leader Onshore Renewable Electrical Team, Generation Engineering Delivery.

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition tonet zero carbon future.
• Career developmentthrough mentoring andtraining.
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities.
• Sports and Social Clubs.
• Networking opportunities.
• Credit Union.
• Access to staff well-being programmes.
• Generous parental leave entitlements.
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted.

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:

Candidates called to interview will be advised of the outcome of the Selection Process by email.

Notes

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland and the UK prior to commencement of employment.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.