Senior Professional Engineer - Substations Assets

ESB; Dublin; On-site; EUR 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Staff well-being programmes

Flexibility to work remotely as needed

Job summary

ESB is seeking an experienced engineer to maintain and develop its mobile substation fleet and standby DC systems. You will lead lifecycle planning, refurbishment, and complex fault investigations to support the transmission and distribution network.

With 5+ years in related roles, you will contribute to asset management and continuous improvement aligned with ESB’s Net Zero by 2040 strategy. This site-based role offers flexible working with core in-person collaboration as required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering complex electrical infrastructure projects in substations or standby DC systems.
• 3rd-level Engineering qualification or equivalent work experience.
• Full clean Category B driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver maintenance programmes, asset health initiatives and projects to safety and quality standards.
• Provide technical leadership across Mobile Substations and Standby DC System projects and maintenance programmes.
• Support the maintenance, refurbishment, deployment and technical development of the ESB mobile substation fleet.
• Act as Lead Engineer for complex fault investigations involving standby DC systems and associated equipment.
• Develop lifecycle and replacement strategies for mobile substations and standby DC assets.
• Provide technical support on standby DC systems and auxiliary components within the network.
• Monitor emerging technologies and standards to support continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain technical policies, standards and guidance.
• Contribute to transmission & distribution maintenance policies and lifecycle management strategies.
• Support substation maintenance research and publication of technical papers.

Skills

Substation maintenance

Asset management

Project management

Technical leadership

Fault-finding

Driving licence

Technical development

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Senior Professional Engineer - Substation Assets (Mobile Substations & Standby DC Systems)

We are seeking an engineer with at least 5 years' experience in substation maintenance, asset management, refurbishment and electrical infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will support the ESB mobile substation fleet and standby DC systems portfolio, helping to maintain critical network resilience and asset performance across the transmission and distribution network.

In support of ESB's strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity, empowering customers and building resilient infrastructure, the role will focus on the maintenance, refurbishment and development of critical network assets, including mobile substations and standby DC systems. The successful candidate will lead technical investigations, support asset lifecycle management and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in line with ESB's Net Zero by 2040 strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver maintenance programmes, asset health initiatives and projects to the highest safety and quality standards.
• Provide technical leadership across Mobile Substations and Standby DC System projects and maintenance programmes.
• Support the maintenance, refurbishment, deployment and technical development of the ESB mobile substation fleet.
• Act as Lead Engineer for complex fault investigations involving standby DC systems, battery chargers, batteries, auxiliary systems and associated substation infrastructure.
• Develop lifecycle, refurbishment and replacement strategies for mobile substation and standby DC assets.
• Provide technical support on standby DC systems, battery chargers, batteries and associated auxiliary systems within the transmission and distribution network.
• Monitor emerging technologies, standards and customer requirements to support continuous improvement.
• Develop, review and maintain technical policies, standards, specifications and guidance documentation.
• Contribute to the development of Transmission & Distribution maintenance policies, online monitoring and diagnostics, asset health and lifecycle management strategies.
• Support ongoing substation maintenance research and publish technical papers at recognised international conferences.

Essential

• Proven experience delivering complex electrical infrastructure projects in substations, standby DC systems, industrial power systems or similar critical infrastructure environments.
• 3rd‑level Engineering qualification or equivalent work experience.
• Strong project and programme management skills.
• Technical knowledge of standby DC systems, battery chargers, batteries and associated auxiliary systems.
• Proven track record in delivering maintenance projects.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills in a technically complex environment.
• Knowledge of relevant design, health, safety and environmental standards and legislation.
• Full clean Category B driving license

Desirable

• Membership of a recognised professional engineering body.
• Knowledge of T&D substations.
• Experience with mobile substations or temporary power solutions.
• Experience with protection and control systems.
• Experience with asset management, condition monitoring and lifecycle planning.
• Willingness to develop expertise across both mobile substations and standby DC systems.

Location

This is primarily a site‑based role. The reporting base will be at The Sidings, Grand Canal Quay, Dublin or Eastgate, Little Island, Cork

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in‑person collaboration as required. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

Reporting To

Senior Team Leader, Mobile Bays & DC Battery Systems, Substations Maintenance, TDE.

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to a net‑zero‑carbon future.
• Career development through mentoring and training.
• Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities.
• Sports and Social Clubs.
• Networking opportunities.
• Credit Union.
• Generous pension.
• Access to staff well‑being programmes.
• Generous parental leave entitlements.
• Strong values‑based and inclusive culture.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted.

Salary

€59,000 - €70,000 Per annum

Closing Date

23rd September 2026

Interview

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Notes

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role. The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland / UK prior to commencement of employment.