Overhead Line Design Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Pay Scheme after probation

Voluntary pension after probation

Employee Assistance Programme

23 days of annual leave

Maternity Benefit

Opportunity to progress your career

Job summary

TLI Group is seeking an Overhead Line Network Designer to join our expanding design team on infrastructure projects in Ireland and the U.K. The role focuses on design for utilities and private developers with extensive travel across Ireland. You will contribute across concept through energisation, ensuring safe, compliant OHL solutions.

The candidate will bring a degree in engineering and hands-on experience in OHL projects, with strong communication skills and a proactive, safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in overhead line engineering within a utility, contractor, or consultancy setting.
• Strong understanding of OHL standards, design tools and engineering calculations.
• Knowledge of Ireland’s grid infrastructure and renewable energy connection processes.
• Strong communication skills with ability to work cross‑functionally within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review overhead line designs supporting renewable generation connection projects.
• Perform structural assessments, conductor selection, route analysis, tower/pole loading calculations, and sag‑tension studies.
• Support grid connection studies for new renewable energy developments.
• Identify constraints and optimise OHL routes to facilitate efficient connection of renewable assets.
• Assist with grid reinforcement projects that increase hosting capacity for renewables.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and construction packages following utility and renewable integration standards.
• Contribute to OHL elements within renewable project lifecycle—from concept and feasibility through design, construction, and energisation.
• Carry out site surveys and walkdowns for route planning, constructability reviews, and environmental impact considerations.
• Support construction teams with technical guidance and ensure project execution aligns with approved designs.
• Participate in commissioning activities involving renewable substation connections.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with Irish safety legislation, utility standards, and renewable industry regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to design safety risk assessments, method statements, and environmental compliance documentation.
• Actively promote safety-first culture in both office and site environments.

Skills

OHL Design

Engineering Degree

Cross-functional Communication

Travel Ready

Safety Compliance

Education

Degree in Electrical, Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Engineering software

Calculation tools

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an Overhead Line Network Designer for our expanding team working on infrastructure projects in both Ireland and the U.K.

This is a permanent position within the TLI Group Design Department focusing on both design projects for public utilities as well as private developers.

The successful candidate could emerge from one of several different types of background e.g. Grid Construction (overhead or underground), Land Surveying, Project Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with a number of years experience in their particular discipline.

About TLI Group

TLI Group is a premier utility contractor, specialising in the maintenance and construction of Electrical and Telecommunications infrastructure. TLI Group's continued growth has been achieved by gaining new and repeat business through building on a solid reputation in the delivery of projects to the highest standard and through forming very strong and valued client relationships. Our teams have offices in Northern Ireland, Great Britain, and Ireland.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and review overhead line designs supporting renewable generation connection projects.
• Perform structural assessments, conductor selection, route analysis, tower/pole loading calculations, and sag‑tension studies.
• Support grid connection studies for new renewable energy developments.
• Identify constraints and optimise OHL routes to facilitate efficient connection of renewable assets.
• Assist with grid reinforcement projects that increase hosting capacity for renewables.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and construction packages following utility and renewable integration standards.
• Contribute to OHL elements within renewable project lifecycle—from concept and feasibility through design, construction, and energisation.
• Carry out site surveys and walkdowns for route planning, constructability reviews, and environmental impact considerations.
• Support construction teams with technical guidance and ensure project execution aligns with approved designs.
• Participate in commissioning activities involving renewable substation connections.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with Irish safety legislation, utility standards, and renewable industry regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to design safety risk assessments, method statements, and environmental compliance documentation.
• Actively promote safety-first culture in both office and site environments.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree in Electrical, Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in overhead line engineering within a utility, contractor, or consultancy setting.
• Strong understanding of OHL standards, design tools and engineering calculations.
• Knowledge of Ireland’s grid infrastructure and renewable energy connection processes.
• Strong communication skills with ability to work cross‑functionally within multidisciplinary teams.
• Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel across Ireland.
• Committed to TLI Company Mission, Vision and Values and Business Objectives
• Customer focus; Professional; Honesty and Integrity
• Positive and flexible approach
• Open to innovation and collaboration
• Right first-time approach
• Proactive with the ability to think ahead.
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Voluntary pension after completion of probation
• Sick Pay Scheme after completion of probation
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 23 days of annual leave.
• Maternity Benefit
• Opportunity to progress your career within a growing company.
• Participate in our monthly HSQE & Driving Performance Awards.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Standard industry training provided

TLI Group is an equal opportunity employer.