Senior Electrical Engineer

Egis Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design and develop electrical systems for water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations and related infrastructure, based in Dublin, Cork or Castlebar.

The role requires a Level 8 honours degree in electrical engineering, 7+ years in engineering consultancy or EPC, Chartered Engineer status or on track, and experience with AutoCAD Electrical/MEP, ETAP or EPLAN. You will mentor junior staff and contribute to business development.

Qualifications

• Hold an honours degree (Level 8) in electrical engineering.
• Have at least 7+ years' relevant experience in engineering consultancy or EPC (water/wastewater or heavy‑process plants).
• Be a member of Engineers Ireland or a comparable professional body.
• Chartered Engineer status is required, or on track to achieve within 6–12 months.
• Experience in substation design, transmission/ distribution, or renewable projects is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations and related infrastructure.
• Author detailed specifications, control philosophies, cable/load schedules, network diagrams, and technical reports.
• Review MCC schematics, contractor calculations, and PLC/SCADA architectures; issue submittals and respond to RFIs.
• Prepare technical submittals; assist FAT, SAT, QA/QC walk‑downs, and commissioning.
• Supervise junior team members, mentor staff, and contribute to business development in the electrical sector.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Honours degree (Level 8 NFQ) in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical/MEP

TrimbleProDesign

ETAP

EPLAN

Job description

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 23,000 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting‑edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

In the UK & Ireland we're proud to be delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. From motorways to tramways, nuclear power plants to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges - delivering climate‑responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry and the planet.

Senior Electrical Engineer

Full Time

Locations: Dublin / Cork/ Castlebar (any one of these locations)

Sector: Energy

• Design and develop electrical systems for water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, and related infrastructure.
• Author detailed technical specifications, control philosophies, cable/load schedules, network diagrams, and technical reports.
• Review MCC schematics, contractor calculations, and PLC/SCADA architectures; close design gaps, issue technical submittals, and respond to RFIs.
• Prepare technical submittals; assist FAT, SAT, QA/QC walk‑downs, and commissioning Supervise junior team members and review work items, providing mentorship, ensuring quality standards are met, and fostering professional development within the team.
• Developing electrical design proposal and contributing to business development in the electrical sector.

• Hold an honours degree (level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications), or equivalent professional qualification in electrical engineering.
• Have at least 7+ years’ relevant experience in engineering consultancy or EPC (within water, wastewater, or comparable heavy‑process plants,
• Member of Engineers Ireland or other relevant professional body
• Chartered Engineer status is required, or be on track to achieve this within the next 6 to 12 months.
• Experience in any of the following is desirable but not essential: substation design; transmission and distribution grid design and renewable power projects.
• Demonstrated understanding of water‑treatment unit operations and the ability to assess existing EICA assets to develop upgrade or new‑build designs.
• Competent in producing SLDs, Block Cable & Network‑Infrastructure diagrams, and providing input to GAs, 3‑D/BIM models and P&IDs.
• Exposure to PLC/SCADA integration and a working understanding of LV/MV protection coordination principles.
• Proficient with AutoCAD Electrical/MEP and at least one electrical‑design platform (TrimbleProDesign, ETAP, EPLAN or equivalent).
• Strong teamwork, written and verbal communication, and stakeholder‑management abilities; comfortable interfacing with multidisciplinary teams, vendors and contractors. Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites as required

Desirable

• Proven capability with detailed EICA calculations (cable sizing, voltage‑drop, short‑circuit, earthing, lighting, fault studies) and equipment selection (MCCs/VFDs, transformers, motors, instrumentation).
• Working knowledge of I.S.10101:2020, IEC/BSEN standards and WIMES specifications Working Knowledge of Irish and EU Health & Safety legislation (e.g., Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Regulations).
• Project Management/Contract Management experience. · Experience in liaison with ESB/Eirgrid and Grid Connections applications

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on high‑profile, nationally significant infrastructure programmes
• A collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with strong technical depth
• The ability to shape and grow a key capability area
• A clear path for career progression
• A culture focused on innovation, sustainability, and meaningful impact

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Egis is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

We at EGIS are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone’s contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected.