Senior Substation Control Systems Engineer - Hybrid/Remote

Electricity Supply Board; Dublin, Cork; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Diversity, equity and inclusion

Staff well-being programmes

Generous parental leave entitlements

Job summary

ESB is seeking a Senior Professional Electrical Engineer in Dublin/Cork to lead substation control system projects for ESB Networks and international clients. The role emphasizes design, testing, and technical leadership in HV substations, using modern SCADA platforms.

Applicants should have 5+ years in utility environments, knowledge of IEC protocols, and a drive for high-quality delivery. Hybrid working and international travel are expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in utility/industrial environment with substation control systems experience.
• Knowledge of substation control protocols IEC 60870-5-101/103/104 and IEC 61850.
• Full driving license and access to a car.
• Strong project management capability; ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to mentor junior team members and work flexibly.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop bespoke substation control designs and configurations for ESB Networks and international clients.
• Oversee factory and site acceptance testing across automation products.
• Produce technical specifications and evaluate tenders; design and test substation control systems for ABB MicroSCADA and Siemens SICAM.
• Provide technical support on design and deliver on-site/test lab assistance as required.
• Manage performance to meet safety, time, quality and cost objectives; control project margins.
• Undertake on-call support for ESB Substation Control Systems.

Skills

Substation control systems

RTUs/PLC testing

IEC 61850

IEC 60870-5-101/103/104

Project management

Driver's license

Mentoring

Education

Level 8 NFQ qualification

Tools

ABB MicroSCADA

Siemens SICAM

Job description

ESB is seeking a Senior Professional Electrical Engineer in Dublin/Cork to lead substation control system projects for ESB Networks and international clients. The role emphasizes design, testing, and technical leadership in HV substations, using modern SCADA platforms.

Applicants should have 5+ years in utility environments, knowledge of IEC protocols, and a drive for high-quality delivery. Hybrid working and international travel are expected.