Professional Electrical Engineer, Commissioning

Electricity Supply Board; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Electricity Supply Board (ESB) seeks a Substation Commissioning professional to lead commissioning activities for HV substations on a national basis, with flexible/ hybrid working arrangements. The role requires installation testing, protection relay verification, and coordination of commissioning projects across Dublin, Cork, and other locations.

The successful candidate will have extensive HV transmission/distribution experience, knowledge of electrical safety, protection philosophies, and the

Qualifications

• Essential: Electrical safety rules and procedures knowledge.
• Essential: Experience with operation of substations.
• Familiarity with protection philosophies in Transmission/Distribution networks.
• Understanding of design/operation of Power Plants.
• Thorough knowledge of schematics, cubicle wiring and testing techniques.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and planning skills.
• Willingness to travel to sites with valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assess site safety before commissioning activities and coordinate with site staff.
• Commissioning of primary, secondary, and associated equipment.
• Test instrument transformers, power transformers and HV switchgear.
• Test protection relays and verify protection schemes meet design standards.
• Coordinate, plan, and deliver commissioning projects.

Skills

Electrical Safety Rules

Substation operation

Protection philosophies

Schematics and wiring

Team collaboration

Safety culture

Driver's License

Education

3rd Level qualification or equivalent

Job description

The HV Substations Delivery department in Networks Engineering, ESB Engineering & Major Projects is the centre of engineering design and project delivery for ESB’s Transmission & Distribution deliverables.

The Commissioning & SCS Teams in HV Substations Delivery verifies that the HV Substation equipment is fit for connection to the relevant HV system through the issue of a declaration of fitness certificate to the System Controller.

Key Responsibilities

Working on a national basis, at times largely dictated by operational constraints, key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assessment of site safety prior to engaging in commissioning activities and to coordinate the work schedule with site staff as appropriate.
• Commissioning primary, secondary and associated equipment forming part of Transmission / Distribution Networks.
• Commissioning testing of instrument transformers, power transformers and HV switchgear.
• Commissioning testing of protection relays.
• Functional verification of protection scheme designs and checking compliance to approved design standards.
• Coordinate, plan, and deliver commissioning projects.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of Electrical Safety Rules and procedures.
• Knowledge and experience of operational procedures and the operation of substations.
• Familiarity with typical protection philosophies as applied to Transmission and Distribution Networks.
• Conceptual understanding of the design and operating mechanism of Power Plant;
• Thorough knowledge of schematics, cubicle wiring and functional testing techniques.
• Self-motivated and be capable of working on their own initiative without direct supervision.
• Work well with other team members and actively participate in achieving the team’s targets.
• Ability to work and share knowledge and competencies within a team structure.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Organise, plan and monitor all aspects of the work.
• Demonstrate the ability to make quality decisions and judgments.
• Show a high level of commitment and flexibility.
• Maintain a strong safety focus and actively drive the EMP safety culture within the team and other related areas of ESB.
• As travelling to sites is feature of this role, it is essential to have appropriate Drivers License.

Qualifications

Essential

• Either a 3rd Level qualification or equivalent work experience is essential.
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the High Voltage Transmission and Distribution industry.

Location

The succesful candidate will be based in either The Sidings, Dublin or East Gate Cork, but travel to and working at various project locations as required, is a key requirement of the role

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least two anchor days per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

Reporting To

Substation Commissioning Team Leader, HV Substations Delivery, Engineering & Major Projects.

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
• Progressive, hybrid working model
• Career development through mentoring and training
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Generous Pension
• 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

Salary

€49,000 to €58,000 per annum

Closing Date

19th October 2026

Interview

• Accountable and Ethical
• Collaborative
• Growing and Adaptive
• Proactive
• Respectful and Supportive

More information available on Our People Promise

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 / UK prior to commencement of employment.