Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Veolia Group; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full VHI cover

Pension

Education assistance

Job summary

Veolia Group is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Kilkenny with expertise in Water/Wastewater. This pivotal role demands strong technical skills for producing detailed designs and ensuring project execution within defined constraints.

The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of experience and be proficient in liaising with clients and managing design submissions. Attractive employee benefits include full VHI cover, pension, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in an Electrical Design role.
• Knowledge of Water and Wastewater treatment industry.
• Excellent IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed Electrical and Instrumentation designs for Water & Wastewater Treatment Plants.
• Liaise with clients regarding electrical design queries.
• Prepare Electrical Technical Designs & Submissions.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Water and Wastewater design

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Technical knowledge

Education

Level 7 or higher in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Background: Veolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance.

Location & Duration

Location: Kilkenny
Duration: Permanent

Job Overview

This role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer with Water/Wastewater experience. Produce detailed Electrical and Instrumentation designs for Water & Wastewater Treatment Plants. The role will have responsibility for ensuring that all work is efficiently and effectively managed and executed within defined constraints, such as time and budget, and with due diligence. The role will require strong technical skills and communication and interaction with managers, engineers, internal and external team members, suppliers and clients.

Responsibilities

• Experience liaising with Electrical Supply Board (ESB) Design and selection of Instrumentation for Water and WasteWater process.
• Evaluation of the client specifications from Industrial Clients and Municipal Clients.
• Liaise with clients in relation to electrical design queries, submission approvals and specification compliance.
• Preparation of Electrical Technical Designs & Submissions.
• Design of electrical distribution and general services (lighting, fire and intruder alarms and containment systems).
• Design and development of Electrical Panels including schematic review (MCC, LCP, MDB etc).
• Development of automation hardware and system network architecture.
• Prepare Cable, IO & Power schedules.
• Evaluation and selection of sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Preparation of procurement specifications and quotation evaluations.
• Liaise with other departments (design, contracts, control & automation etc.) and with equipment suppliers.
• Provide advice to mechanical designers on electrical requirements at the design stage.
• Understanding and ability to update single line diagrams, panel schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Preparation of Panel FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) documentation, FAT attendance and sign off.
• Preparation of Control Philosophies.
• Work to Irish Standards, European Norm, Water Industry Standards (WIMES) & IEC standards.
• Travel to site occasionally to support design activities, review construction progress or troubleshooting as necessary.
• Provide Electrical Design expertise to the business.
• Act as a mentor for more junior members of the team.

Skills & Experience

• Level 7 or higher in Electrical Engineering.
• 10+ Years experience in an Electrical Design role.
• Knowledge of Water and Wastewater treatment industry.
• Highly organised and efficient.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong technical knowledge.
• Team player and ability to work on own initiative.
• Ability to lead and manage others.
• Customer focused.
• Self‑motivated.

Employment Conditions

Please note: If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland. If you are a non‑EU/EEA national, you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland. Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits, work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.

Veolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy.