Professional Engineer, South East Region

ESB; Enniscorthy; Hybrid; EUR 49,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Pension

Staff well‑being programmes

Hybrid working

Job summary

ESB Networks in Ireland is recruiting a Professional Engineer to support continuity work programmes across the central region, including network automation and refurbishments.

You will work with the Continuity Specialist, Technical Manager and Area Managers to deliver KPIs, report data, and manage budgets. A Level 8 Engineering degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience, plus strong communication and data-visualisation skills, are required. Hybrid working with travel in the South East.

Qualifications

• Level 8 Engineering Degree or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to visualize data to drive improvements.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop continuity and network improvement programmes with stakeholders.
• Scope and high-level concept design of Network Improvement schemes.
• Report continuity KPIs on a weekly basis (e.g. CML and CI’s).
• Produce fault outage data daily/weekly and manage fault log.
• Perform Phase Balancing studies.
• Liaise with key stakeholders – Network Assets, Operations, Planners and National Continuity team to deliver KPIs.
• Assist in budgets and master work order approvals.
• Becoming proficient in systems (NMS, Apex, Synergee, Sincal, UDW, WS500).
• Demonstrate innovation in delivery of programmes.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Data visualization

Project coordination

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Level 8 Engineering Degree

Third Level qualification or equivalent

Tools

NMS

Apex

Synergee

Sincal

UDW

WS500

Power BI

Job description

Position Description

ESB Networks is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and construction of the electricity network. We are seeking aProfessional Engineer to help deliver our continuity work programmes as part of our Net Zero Strategy. We are recruiting a Professional Engineer (PE), who will work alongside the Continuity Specialist, Technical Manager and Area Managers to support the successful delivery of our continuity work programme across the central region which includes network automation, system improvements and refurbishments.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and managing Continuity and other Network Improvement programmes in the region with the relevant stakeholders.
• Scope and high-level concept design of Network Improvement schemes.
• Report on continuity KPIs on weekly basis (e.g. CML and CI’s).
• Produce the fault outage data on a daily & weekly basis which includes rectification of incorrect fault data,fault reporting, investigation and follow up. Managing the regional major fault log.
• Phase Balancing studies.
• Liaise with key stakeholders – Network Assets, Operations, Network Planners, National Continuity team to deliver on region KPIs for Continuity and Network Improvement programmes.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and work plans for master work order approvals.
• Becoming very proficient in using the required systems e.g. NMS, Apex, Synergee, Sincal, UDW, WS500 etc.
• Innovative

Essential Experience and Qualifications

• Level 8 Engineering Degree or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of relevant engineering experience
• Experience of working with a wide range of stakeholders
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
• Capability to usevisualisationof key data and metrics to drive improvement programmes
• Organised approach to workload and an ability to work on their own initiative and to tight deadlines.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite
• Full clean EU driving licence and access to a car

Desirable

• Experience in NMS, Apex, WS500, UDW, Sincal and Synergee
• Knowledge of Network Assets
• Knowledge of MV and LV Networks
• Proficient in Power BI

Qualifications:

• A 3rd Level qualification or equivalent work experience is essential.

Location

Arklow or Enniscorthy. Travel within the South East Region will be a feature of this 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

Area Manager, Arklow / Enniscorthy - South East Region – ESB Networks

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
• 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 - €56,000

Closing Date

30th 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 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 prior to commencement of employment.