Project Engineer

steve-jobs; Cork, Donegal, Dublin, Galway; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Steve-jobs is seeking an experienced Project Engineer in Electrical Engineering to manage and deliver electrical solutions for water and wastewater projects. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering, have extensive knowledge of electrical systems, and demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities.

This full-time position offers competitive rewards and requires collaboration with cross-functional teams. You will oversee project objectives, manage subcontractors, and ensure compliance with regulations throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the water and wastewater industry as a project engineer.
• Full clean Irish/EU driver licence.
• Authorised to work in Ireland (stamp 4 visa or critical skills visa).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to design and implement electrical solutions for projects.
• Manage subcontractors to align their work with project goals.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Communication with clients

Electrical systems knowledge

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

A-CAD

Trimble Pro-Design

Job description

Qualifications

• Travel: This role involves travel to project sites and meetings when required.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years of proven water and wastewater industry experience as a project engineer or similar role.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of electrical systems, instrumentation, control systems, and automation technologies relevant to water treatment processes. • Understanding of NEC 4 Contractual requirements.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
• Ability to communicate well with clients, subcontractors and in-house staff.
• Computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office applications is essential. Familiarity with MS Project, A-CAD, Trimble Pro-Design is preferred.
• Chartered Engineer (or working towards) is preferred.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and adaptability to changing project requirements.
• Full clean Irish/EU driver licence
• Authorised to work in Ireland i.e. stamp 4 visa or critical skills visa

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement electrical solutions for multiple water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Support the senior management in the delivery of contractual objectives of our client to meet client goals and objectives.
• Co-ordination and liaison with internal and external design and project delivery teams in a multidisciplinary environment, providing commercial and technical guidance. (civil, process, mechanical, electrical, ICA, H&S, BIM)
• Oversee the selection and procurement of electrical equipment and materials, while maintaining compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors, ensuring their work aligns with project objectives and timelines.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor project progress, troubleshoot issues, and ensure safety and compliance with established standards.
• Effectively maintain and develop healthy client and stakeholder relationships throughout the project from commencement to project close-out.
• Support a team environment that supports our client's core values.
• Proactively resolve performance, scope, cost and schedule issues.
• Provide expertise in the planning, execution, and monitoring of electrical aspects of projects, ensuring adherence to budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
• Conduct thorough assessments of project requirements, prepare detailed project plans, and define scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Participate in project review meetings, incorporating lessons learned into future projects to continuously improve processes.
• Prepare accurate and timely preparation of on-going status reports to our clients and our client management highlighting key milestones, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Drive and ensure consistent implementation of health, safety, quality and environmental procedures to client defined standards across all contracts.
• Consistently deliver on each project to achieve our client's objectives for project financial performance and all aspects of overall project delivery (quality control, risk management, and profitability).

Job Nature

Full Time

Job Location

Competitive Rewards Package

Job Level

Experienced