Remote Substation Design Lead for Net-Zero Projects

ESB; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Mentoring and training

Generous pension

Staff well-being programmes

Diversity, equity and inclusion

Job summary

ESB is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer to lead substation designs, oversee project delivery and coordinate multidisciplinary inputs within a hybrid work model. The role requires strong project management, PSDP/CDMC knowledge and extensive substation experience, with responsibilities spanning technical design, safety, and stakeholder management.

The successful candidate will be based in ESB E&M/Dublin or Cork with travel to project locations as required, and will report to the Senior Team

Qualifications

• 5+ years in substation design (transmission & distribution)
• Strong understanding of tendering, scoping, design, costing, construction and commissioning
• Strong project management and contract management skills
• Experience in protection, auxiliary power systems, power transformers and/or reactors
• Full driving licence and access to a car
• Understanding PSDP/CDMC processes
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver substation designs, design meetings, and programme deliverables within budget and quality targets
• Provide technical support on substation design and verification of designs issued
• Coordinate technical, commercial and financial aspects of projects with internal and external stakeholders
• Oversee safety as PSDP and prepare design risk assessments and H&S plans for design and construction teams
• Manage inputs from multiple engineering disciplines and act as Lead Engineer on multiple projects

Skills

Substation design

Project management

Tendering & cost control

Protection systems

PSD/CDMC processes

Driving licence

Education

Level 8 Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

ESB is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer to lead substation designs, oversee project delivery and coordinate multidisciplinary inputs within a hybrid work model. The role requires strong project management, PSDP/CDMC knowledge and extensive substation experience, with responsibilities spanning technical design, safety, and stakeholder management.

The successful candidate will be based in ESB E&M/Dublin or Cork with travel to project locations as required, and will report to the Senior Team