Senior Electrical Design Engineer I MV System | Ireland

Kirby Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby Group Engineering in Ireland is seeking an experienced MV Specialist Electrical Design Engineer to lead design and delivery of medium voltage power systems across major projects.

You will perform design, procurement, installation, testing and handover, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with BIM, construction and procurement teams to ensure compliant, buildable solutions for international markets.

Qualifications

• Experience in MV electrical design and power systems.
• Proven delivery of MV packages on large-scale projects.
• Proficient with ETAP, PSCAD, DIgSILENT and CDEGS.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, engineering and delivery of MV systems on major construction projects.
• Drive MV activities from design through procurement, installation and commissioning.
• Manage submittals, design reviews, equipment approvals and supply chain coordination.
• Perform power system modelling and studies with industry software.
• Review MV designs for IEC/IEEE compliance and client requirements.
• Collaborate with BIM, construction, commissioning and procurement teams.
• Support troubleshooting and provide technical leadership across projects.
• Manage vendors and stakeholders to ensure timely commissioning.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and standards.
• Mentor graduate and junior engineers.

Skills

MV electrical design

Power system engineering

Protection coordination

Load flow & short circuit studies

Arc flash analysis

Harmonic & power quality analysis

Mentoring junior engineers

Tools

ETAP

PSCAD

DIgSILENT

CDEGS

Job description

Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years

To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.

To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.

To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.

To work with the best.

Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

MV Specialist Electrical Design Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced MV Specialist Electrical Design Engineer to join our growing engineering team and play a key role in delivering complex, high-value construction and mission-critical projects.

As the MV Specialist, you will lead all medium voltage (MV) engineering and design activities from concept through to commissioning and handover. Working closely with project teams, clients, consultants, vendors, and supply chain partners, you will ensure the successful delivery of robust, compliant, and fully integrated MV power systems.

This is an exciting opportunity for a technically driven engineer who enjoys taking ownership of MV systems across multiple projects, influencing design strategy, solving complex engineering challenges, and contributing to the delivery of world-class infrastructure projects across international markets.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the design, engineering, and technical delivery of MV systems on major construction projects.
• Drive MV engineering activities from design development through procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, and client handover.
• Manage technical submittals, design reviews, equipment approvals, and supply chain coordination.
• Carry out advanced power system modelling and studies using industry-leading software such as ETAP, PSCAD, DIgSILENT, and CDEGS.
• Review and validate MV system designs, ensuring compliance with project specifications, IEC/IEEE standards, and client requirements.
• Collaborate with BIM, construction, commissioning, and procurement teams to ensure designs are practical, buildable, and efficient.
• Support complex troubleshooting activities and provide technical leadership across multiple projects and regions.
• Manage specialist vendors and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and successful system commissioning.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, engineering best practices, and company-wide technical standards.
• Mentor and support graduate and junior engineers, helping to develop future engineering talent.

Key Technical Expertise

You will have extensive experience in:

• Medium Voltage (MV) Power Distribution Systems
• Load Flow & Short Circuit Studies
• Protection Coordination & Selectivity Studies
• Arc Flash Analysis
• Earthing & Grounding Design
• Harmonic & Power Quality Analysis
• Motor Starting & Transient Stability Studies
• MV Switchgear, Transformers, Protection Relays & Cable Systems
• Electrical Testing, Commissioning & System Validation
• IEC and IEEE Design Standards

What We’re Looking For

• Strong background in MV electrical design and power system engineering.
• Proven experience delivering MV packages on large-scale industrial, pharmaceutical, data centre, or mission-critical projects.
• Proficiency in ETAP, PSCAD, DIgSILENT, CDEGS, or equivalent power system analysis software.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to lead technical design reviews and provide engineering guidance across multidisciplinary teams.
• Passion for engineering excellence, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to work on some of the most technically challenging and innovative projects in the industry while developing your career within a leading engineering and construction environment. You’ll be part of a collaborative team where technical expertise is valued, professional growth is encouraged, and your contribution directly impacts project success.

For more information on this role, or other Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK, Europe, or South Africa please review our careers page (Vacancies – Kirby Group Careers) or contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group in confidence on [phone].

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.