Professional Electrical Engineer, Substation Control Systems

ESB; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Generous pension

Staff well-being programmes

Career development and mentoring

Job summary

ESB in Ireland is seeking a Substation Control Systems Engineer to design, integrate and test control systems for HV substations, including ABB MicroSCADA and Siemens SICAM platforms. The role blends design, testing and on-site support, with a strong emphasis on delivering safe, reliable performance.

You will work within the HV Substations Delivery team, travel to project sites as required, and contribute to our commitment to net-zero carbon by enabling robust control solutions and

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in utility/industrial environments with on-spec design, integration and testing of substation control systems.
• Knowledge of RTUs, PLCs and SCADA systems used in substations.
• Familiarity with IEC 60870-5-101/103/104 and IEC61850 protocols.
• Full driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Development of bespoke substation control system designs and system configurations for ESB Networks
• Conduct and oversee factory and site acceptance testing across a suite of automation and substation control system products
• Complete preliminary designs, fully integrate and test substation Control Systems for ESB’s ABB MicroSCADA and Siemens SICAM systems.
• Providing technical support to colleagues in the area of substation control system design, including regular on-site and test lab in-person support.
• The Substation Control Systems Engineer is required to manage their performance to ensure consistent high levels of delivery, meeting clients' requirements, delivery dates and the commercial performance of projects
• A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to deliver excellent customer service
• Strong communication and report writing skills

Skills

Substation control systems

RTUs & PLCs

IEC 60870-5-101/103/104

IEC61850

Driving licence

Education

Level 8 NFQ qualification or equivalent

Job description

A Brighter, zero carbon future awaits!

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 substation deliverables.

The Commissioning & Substation Control Systems (SCS) group is a key part of High Voltage Substation Delivery Group, whose responsibilities include developing Specifications, Scoping, Designs & Pre-commissioning of SCADA Systems for high voltage transmission and distribution assets of ESB Networks.

The Substation ControlEngineer will be required to have a technical design background, detailed knowledge of internal safety procedures and strong communication and problem-solvingskills.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities will cover the items below:

• Development of bespoke substation control system designs and system configurations for ESB Networks
• Conduct and oversee factory and site acceptance testing across a suite of automation and substation control system products
• Complete preliminary designs, fully integrate and test substation Control Systems for ESB’s ABB MicroSCADA and Siemens SICAM systems.
• Providing technical support to colleagues in the area of substation control system design, including regular on-site and test lab in-person support as required.
• The Substation Control Systems Engineer is required to manage their performance to ensure consistent high levels of delivery, meeting clients' requirements, delivery dates and the commercial performance of projects
• A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to deliver excellent customer service
• Strong communication and report writing skills

Essential

Experience and Qualifications

Working as part of this dynamic team, you will always have new challenges and new problems to solve – working together is key. You will have the autonomy to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems with the support of your colleagues.

We are looking for the following;

The successful candidate will ideally have several of the qualities listed below:

• 2 years' plus relevant experience in a utility or industrial environment with a background in specification, design, integration and testing of substation control systems, remote terminal units (RTUs), or industrial programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Level 8 NFQ qualification or equivalent work experience is essential.
• Knowledge of substation control system protocols, e.g. IEC 60870-5-101, 103, 104 and IEC61850.
• A full driving license and access to a car.
• A strong work ethic with a clear focus on delivery to ESB’s safety, time, quality and cost objectives.
• Strong commercial and project management capability.
• The ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• The ability to technically mentor junior team members.
• A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to deliver excellent customer service.

Desirable

It is desirable that the candidate has achieved the following:

• Experience in control centre SCADA, substation telecommunications, or power system studies is beneficial, but not required.
• Candidate must have good English verbal and written communication skills, be willing to travel internationally and work successfully in a customer focused, project-oriented environment.

Location

This role is based in the ESB E&MP Dublin or Cork office but regular travel to project locations as required is a key requirement of the role.

ESB is committed to offering flexibility in ways of working and we call that Smart Working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible and remote ways of working.

The successful candidate may combine remote / smart working within the jurisdiction, with attendance at base for in-person collaboration, at least two days per week.

Reporting To

Reporting to the Senior Team leader, Substation Control System Team HVSD.

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 - €58,000 per annum

Closing Date

25th September 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.