Senior Technical Engineer

Schneider Electric; Dublin; On-site; EUR 63,200 - 94,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Private health care

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Share ownership

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work

Learning portal

Job summary

Schneider Electric Ireland is seeking a Senior Technical Engineer to lead technical delivery of Power/Energy Monitoring and Control System projects across the Data Centre, Utilities, Grid & Renewables, and Life Sciences sectors. You will guide technical design, integration, testing, and commissioning activities while supporting both junior engineers and project stakeholders.

You will be a key technical point of contact—ensuring solutions meet project scope, budget, and schedule, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (Level 8 or higher).
• 5+ years’ experience in Electrical Controls, Monitoring or Building Management Systems.
• Knowledge of PLC/SCADA/EPMS design or installation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and execution for complex system architectures across design, integration, testing, FAT, installation, and commissioning stages.
• Work with Project Managers and Operations to ensure successful project delivery and on-time milestones.
• Coach junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of processes and delivery quality.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Controls Systems

PLC/SCADA

MV/LV Diagrams

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Senior Technical Engineer – Digital Power (Senior Engineer I, Digital Systems Technical Execution)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Engineer to join our growing Digital Power Team in Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with 5+ years’ experience in Electrical Controls who thrives in a collaborative environment and is motivated by delivering high‑quality technical solutions. A full EU/Irish driving licence is essential.

About the Role

As a Senior Technical Engineer, you will lead the technical delivery of Power/Energy Monitoring and Control System projects across the Data Centre, Utilities, Grid & Renewables, and Life Sciences sectors. You will guide technical design, integration, testing, and commissioning activities while supporting both junior engineers and project stakeholders.

You will be a key technical point of contact—ensuring solutions meet project scope, budget, and schedule, and maintaining strong relationships with customers, partners, and suppliers.

This role sits within a dynamic, supportive team in a highly respected and rapidly growing organisation where people are central to our success.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Delivery

• Lead technical design and execution for complex system architectures across design, integration, testing, FAT, installation, and commissioning stages.
• Ensure full alignment with project scope, specifications, and customer expectations.
• Support the development of technical documentation including Method Statements and Risk Assessments.

Project Execution

• Work closely with Project Managers and Operations to ensure successful project delivery.
• Lead site commissioning activities acting as key customer point of contact on site.
• Identify project risks and opportunities, and contribute to effective mitigation strategies.
• Participate in post‑project reviews and lessons‑learned activities.

Collaboration & Customer Engagement

• Act as a primary technical interface with customers and third parties.
• Coach and support Project Technical Engineers within your area of expertise.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and delivery quality.

About You

• Degree (Level 7 or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Controls, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in Electrical Controls, Electrical Monitoring, or Building Management Systems.
• Knowledge of PLC, SCADA, or EPMS design, programming, or installation (advantage).
• Ability to read and interpret MV/LV Electrical Distribution Single Line Diagrams.
• Experience with project delivery and an understanding of project engineering principles.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent communication skills—written and verbal.
• Strong teamwork mindset with the ability to work independently when required.
• Customer-focused with an understanding of Schneider Electric product offerings (advantage).
• Valid EU/Irish Driver’s Licence required.

What we offer you:

• Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme
• 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
• Private Health Care
• Pension Scheme and Life Assurance
• Worldwide Employee Share Ownership Programme
• Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• CareerHub (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally)
• Learning Portal and much more

For this Ireland based position, the expected pay range is EUR 63,200 - EUR 94,800 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short‑term incentives. The compensation range for this full‑time position applies to candidates located within the Ireland. Our pay ranges are determined by the local market.

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.