Senior Electrical Engineer - Estimation

Suir Engineering; Dublin; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 23 days

Pension contributions

Maternity/Paternity leave

Health insurance

Life and disability cover

EAP program

CPD & Chartership

International assignments

Job summary

Suir Engineering is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the EP&R Estimating Dept. This role can be based in Waterford or City West and will lead technical work for HV/MV tenders, interfacing with estimating, suppliers, and clients.

You will develop compliant solutions, carry out cable sizing, produce schematics, define plant configurations, review protection schemes, and drive the technical submission through to completion.

Qualifications

• Third level qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• 5–7 years’ HV/MV experience, preferably in power or renewables.
• Experience supporting tender submissions or pre-construction activities.
• Ability to engage with OEMs and internal stakeholders on technical matters.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical lead within the EP&R Estimating team for HV and MV tenders.
• Review Employer’s Requirements, Technical Specifications and docs for risks.
• Develop compliant, optimised technical solutions aligned with tender strategy.
• Carry out cable sizing and routing assessments for HV, MV, LV, DC systems.
• Produce and review Single Line Diagrams, schematics and layouts.
• Define primary plant configuration including transformers and switchgear.
• Review protection and control requirements with OEMs and designers.
• Prepare technical schedules, clarifications and assumptions for tenders.
• Engage with suppliers and OEMs to review submissions and support pricing.
• Participate in tender evaluations and preferred bidder processes.
• Identify technical risks and advise contingencies during tender stage.
• Support RFI preparation and technical correspondence with clients.
• Drive technical submission alignment with design intent, pricing and programme.
• Collaborate with internal teams and site operations for buildability.

Skills

Technical lead

Electrical design

Cable sizing

Stakeholder engagement

IEC standards

Buildability awareness

Tender submission support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

MS Office

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Senior Electrical Engineer to join our EP&R Estimating Dept within Suir Engineering Ltd. This position can be based in the Waterford or City West offices

Here in Suir Engineering we are a leading international provider of innovative High Voltage, Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering Solutions. Our core sectors are Energy, Power and Renewables, Pharma, Food & Beverage, and Data Centres. We provide best in class contracting solutions with in-house, flexible resources capable of delivering a personable and consistent service to our customers. Over the past 40 years we have delivered projects for Irish and multinational clients across the globe. We are currently expanding significantly, and are delivering large scale projects across Ireland, the U.K, Germany, Denmark, and Sweden and Mainland Europe.

We recognise that continued business success depends on our commitment to and development of our people. We are determined to create a diverse and equal workforce and to ensure our company appeals to the best and brightest people. We wish for all employees to realise their full potential and have the opportunity to grow and develop during their career with Suir. We are also working continuously to promote a culture of positive wellbeing through our wellbeing programmes and supports to employees and their families through our Employee Assistance Programme and the Lighthouse Club.

What you will be doing?

The Engineer plays a critical role in shaping the technical solution during tender stage and acts as the primary engineering interface between estimating, suppliers and the client.

• Act as technical lead within the EP&R Estimating team for HV and MV tenders.
• Review Employer’s Requirements, Technical Specifications, and associated documentation to identify technical risks and opportunities.
• Develop compliant and optimised technical solutions aligned with tender requirements and commercial strategy.
• Carry out detailed cable sizing and routing assessments for HV, MV, LV and DC systems, including ampacity, voltage drop, thermal resistivity and installation method considerations.
• Produce and review Single Line Diagrams, schematics and conceptual layouts in line with project requirements.
• Define primary plant configuration including transformers, GIS or AIS switchgear, BESS integration, and auxiliary systems.
• Review and interpret protection and control requirements in collaboration with OEMs and system designers.
• Prepare technical schedules, scope clarifications and assumptions for inclusion within tender submissions.
• Engage with equipment suppliers and OEMs to review technical submissions, ensure compliance and support commercial evaluation.
• Participate in technical bid evaluations and contribute to preferred bidder selection alongside the estimating team.
• Identify technical risk items and advise on appropriate contingencies during tender stage.
• Support RFI preparation and technical correspondence with clients and consultants.
• Drive the technical submission and ensure alignment between design intent, pricing and programme.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal engineering teams, site teams and operations to ensure buildability and knowledge transfer.
• Provide technical support during early project handover following successful award..

Is this the job for me?

The ideal candidate will have a third level qualification in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in HV or MV engineering, preferably within the power, renewables or grid connection sector.

You Will Demonstrate

• Experience reviewing Employer’s Requirements, technical specifications and documentation.
• Proven ability to carry out cable sizing and system design calculations independently.
• An understanding of IEC standards, utility requirements and grid compliance obligations.
• Experience supporting tender submissions or working within a commercial or pre-construction environment.
• The confidence to engage with OEMs, consultants and internal stakeholders on technical matters.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• A practical mindset with awareness of buildability and site considerations.
• Clear written communication skills, particularly in preparing technical clarifications and submission documentation.
• The ability to take ownership of technical packages and see them through to completion.

Desirable

• Experience in renewable energy projects such as wind, solar or battery energy storage systems.
• Experience interfacing with DNO or TSO standards.

In return from Suir

• 23 days annual leave
• Company Pension contributions - no waiting periods
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Private Health Insurance contribution
• Life and Disability cover
• EAP for employees and their families
• Educational Assistance, CPD, Chartership supports and upskilling opportunities.
• Opportunities for international assignments to work on one of our European projects in Sweden, Denmark, or Germany.

Our way of workingis called the Suir Way, designed to help us on a journey of continuous improvement.

• Our people are empowered to make changes to ensure a quality install through effective ways of working.
• Our people have a voice and feel empowered.
• We have an in-built culture of innovation, learning and continuous improvement.
• Value is delivered every step of the journey.Our efficient processes deliver value.
• We have a standard, consistent and fully integrated health, safety, environment, and quality system within the business.

Suir Engineering are an equal opportunities employer, we value our greatest asset …. our People