Technical Lead – Engineering Design Manager

WSP; Ireland; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is expanding its Energy business in Ireland and seeks a Technical Lead - Engineering Design Manager to oversee HV/MV infrastructure design, bid leadership, and project delivery from Dublin, Naas or Belfast offices.

You will manage cross-disciplinary teams, coordinate inputs from multiple engineering disciplines, and ensure compliance with standards and client specifications across the full project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartered status.
• Experience in HV and MV electrical design for Ireland's Transmission System.
• Experience managing Owners Engineer/construction monitoring/supervision roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams across HV/MV infrastructure.
• Establish and lead a design team for HV/MV projects.
• Oversee design management, resource planning, and deployment across FEED and detailed design.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Bid management

Client interfacing

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Electrical Engineering

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

WSP's Energy business is looking to expand its Electricity Transmission & Distribution service line in Ireland and is excited to appoint a Technical Lead - Engineering Design Manager to join our team based out of the Dublin, Naas or Belfast office.This is a fantastic opportunity to spearhead and lead the growth of our business in Ireland, managing existing projects and securing new opportunities in the region.

In this role, you will focus on developing and enhancing relationships with Ireland's Electricity Network Operators, winning work, and working on bids and proposals. You will also be responsible for project management and project delivery, ensuring the successful completion of projects within the assigned business.

A little more about your role…

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams spanning overhead lines, cables, civil electrical and primary disciplines to deliver cohesive and high-quality engineering solutions.

• Establish, develop, and lead a capable design team focused on HV/MV infrastructure projects.

• Take ownership of design management activities, ensuring appropriate resource planning and deployment across FEED and detailed design phases.

• Coordinate and integrate inputs from all technical disciplines, including overhead lines, cables, civil electrical and primary disciplines.

• Maintain alignment of all design outputs with project objectives, safety requirements, and applicable regulatory frameworks.

• Provide technical leadership and direction throughout the full project lifecycle, from initial concept through to commissioning and handover.

• Oversee adherence to relevant standards and client specifications, supporting monitoring and assurance activities to ensure compliance.

• Deliver clear and concise progress updates to senior stakeholders, outlining key risks, technical issues, mitigation strategies, and achieved milestones.

• Define and control project scope, while managing design delivery during construction, including oversight of Owner's Engineer and site supervision functions.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Degreein Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartered status.

• Experiencein HV and MV Electrical Design related to Ireland's Electricity Transmission System delivering projects for Transmission Service Operators (ESB, EirGrid) is preferred, including management of Owners engineer/construction monitoring/ supervision roles.

• Management Skills: Capable of leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams, including HV cable networks, Protection & Control, Substation Primary Design, Civil Engineering, and Overhead Line (OHL) Design.

• Project Management and Delivery: Proven track record in managing and delivering projects successfully.

• Bid Management and Proposals: Expertise in managing bids, writing proposals, and winning work.

• Client Interfacing: Strong client interfacing skills to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Diversity and Inclusion: We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and therefore you will be part of a team that will include colleagues from across the world. Your unique perspectives will help us drive innovation and foster an inclusive environment.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.