Professional Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Well-being programmes

Parental leave entitlements

Job summary

ESB is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to deliver renewable energy electrical scopes across onshore generation projects. The role involves leading a skilled team, coordinating with clients, contractors, and OEMs to ensure successful project delivery.

The position requires a Level 8 Electrical Engineering degree with experience in HV substations or related renewables, and strong stakeholder management. Hybrid working with Dublin focus is offered.

Qualifications

• Essential Level 8 Degree in Electrical Engineering plus 2 years post graduate experience or Level 7 plus 5 years experience.
• Experience delivering electrical scope for HV substations or renewable projects.
• Understanding of Tendering processes for renewable projects.
• Knowledge of safety in construction including HV safety, PSDP and PSCS processes.

Responsibilities

• Feasibility & design development across project lifecycle.
• Tender management and evaluation of submissions.
• Stakeholder engagement and project delivery with clear communication.
• Health & safety oversight and documentation review.
• Contractor and quality management including site inspections.
• Leadership as Lead Electrical Engineer and coordination with PSDP.

Skills

Electrical Eng

HV Substations

Tendering

Project Leadership

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD

Job description

The Electrical Onshore Renewable team manages the electrical scope of ESB's Solar, Onshore Wind, and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Generation projects. The team plays a crucial role in helping ESB achieve its Net Zero by 2040 strategy and is responsible for the electrical works throughout 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) and Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) 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 strategicobjectivesof decarbonising electricity, building resilient infrastructure, and empowering clients, the ElectricalProjectEngineer will deliver renewable energy projects, typically small to medium scale and connected at 38 kV or 110 kV. The role includes leading and working with a skilled and motivated team, while coordinating with clients, contractors, OEMs, colleagues, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• Tender Management Develop comprehensive tender enquiry documents, review and critically evaluate tender submissions to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Project Delivery Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes,maintainingclear 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. Shadow PSDP on similar sized projects to what is being developed.

Experienceand Qualifications

• Essential Level 8 Degree in Electrical Engineering plus 2 years post graduate experience
• Or Level 7 in Electrical Engineering plus5years postgraduate experience in applicable electrical engineering field or equivalent work experience
• Experience in delivering electrical scope for HV substations or Renewable engineering projects anddemonstratedability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Anunderstandingof Tendering Process associated with Renewable projects.
• Knowledge of construction and commissioning associated with substations or EBOP works associated with renewable and energy storage projects
• Understanding of safety in construction, encompassing HV safety, PSDP and PSCS processes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and proventrack recordof managing internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Full drivers' licence valid for use inRepublic of Ireland
• Desirable Experience in substation design, includingproficiencywith 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

Location

This position span teams and projectslocatedacross base location will be The Sidings, Grand Canal Dock, Dublin 2. 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

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

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland's transition to net zero carbon future
• Career developmentthrough mentoring andtraining
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Generous Pension
• Access to staff well-beingprogrammes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture
• Strong commitment to diversity,equityand inclusion
• Great teamenvironment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Salary €49,000 - €58,000 Per Annum

Closing Date 8th September 2026

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

More information available onOur People Promise Notes Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role. The successful candidate willbe requiredtoevidencetheir right to work in theRepublic of Ireland/ UKprior 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, .

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.