Specialist Lead, Overhead Lines

Electricity Supply Board; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Dublin office

Travel opportunities

Job summary

ESB Networks Engineering, based in Dublin, seeks a Specialist Lead to design and deliver high‑voltage OHL projects from 38 kV to 400 kV. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, ensure safety compliance under PSDP, and drive programme delivery with strong contract management and stakeholder engagement.

The role is based in ESB's Dublin office with smart working; some nationwide travel is required. Applicants should have a Level 8 Engineering degree and at least 7 years in OHL design, with

Qualifications

• Level 8 engineering degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in OHL design.
• Strong knowledge of OHL design and PLS CADD expertise.
• Experience as Lead Engineer for OHL projects and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of 400 kV OHL projects within HV Linear Assets.
• Provide technical expertise for HV specialist design and OHL verification.
• Oversee PSDP responsibilities and safety planning for design/construction.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, budgets and quality targets.
• Engage with internal/external stakeholders to drive project delivery.

Skills

OHL design

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Problem solving

Safety governance

Education

Engineering degree (Level 8)

Tools

PLS CADD

Job description

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Are you looking for a new challenge? A Brighter, zero carbon future awaits!

An opportunity has arisen in Networks Engineering, the home of engineering capability and technicalexpertisefor the ESB Group in delivering our Net Zero 2040 targets. The successful candidate will work intheOverhead Lines(OHL)Projectsgroup withinHigh Voltage (HV) Linear Assets Deliverysectionin Networks Engineering.

In support of ESB’s strategy to build a more resilient electricity network, Engineering and Major Projects require a technically strong individual to lead the design and delivery of new-build 400kV projects within the Linear Assets Delivery group.

The Specialist Lead willbe requiredto have strong technical design and project/contract management background, detailed knowledge of internal safety procedures, and excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Provide technicalexpertisefor delivery ofHVspecialist design forOHLfrom 38kV to 400kV.

Providetechnical support to colleaguesin the area ofOHL design and undertaking verification of designs.

Overall responsibility for safety as Project Supervisor Design Stage (PSDP). Preparationandreview of design risk assessments and projecthealth and safetyplans for designandconstruction teams

Overall responsibility for leading and delivering OHL projects and undertaking lead engineer(LE)responsibilities,applying this to design meetings and all programme deliverable, budgetary and quality requirements including a 400 kV project new build project.

Management and coordination of technical,commercialand financial aspects projectswith all internal and external stakeholders.

Manage and coordinate the deliverables (and interdependencies) of a multidisciplinary project team of professionals responsible for the design, materialmanagementand construction quality of large high voltage overhead lines projects.

Support technical review ofOHLproject outputs, ensuring alignment with ESB safety, quality and performance requirements and driving continuous improvement.

Provide engineering and project development input to support prioritisation, riskassessmentand decision-making for thelinearassetsportfolio.

Contribute to the continuous improvement ofOHLprocesses,toolsand standards within theHV Linear Assets Deliverygroup.

Experience and Qualifications

The successful candidate will have the qualities listed below:

Level 8 degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Minimum of 7years’ experienceinOHL design.

A strong understanding of all elements ofOHLdesign and expert knowledge in the use of PLS CADD.

Experience in acting as Lead Engineer forOHLprojects.

Strong project management and contract management skills and knowledge.

A strong understanding ofengineering standards, designprinciplesand project governance requirements relevant to transmissionand distributionprojects.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.

Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

The demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

A proventrack recordof success contributing to the training and development of technical professionals.

Valid driver's license for ROI, access to a car, and flexibility to travel nationwide.

Experienceas PSDP contact forHVprojects.

Experience working across Engineering,Project Development,Asset Management and Project Delivery interfacesfor linear assetprojects.

Location

This position will be based in EMP's Dublin office, The Sidings Dublin 2, but travel to project locations as required is a key requirement of the role.

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 theirjurisdictionwith attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at leasttwodaysper week. 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 LeaderwithinOHL Projects,HV Linear Assets Delivery.

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition tonet zero carbon future
• Career developmentthrough mentoring andtraining
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• 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

Closing Date

28th October 2026

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:

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.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.