Transmission & Distribution Electrical Engineer

Jones Engineering; Leinster; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Engineering in Ireland is seeking a Transmission and Distribution Electrical Engineer to lead project delivery across renewable energy and utility scale schemes, with exposure to 38kV-220kV substations and BESS integration.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver reports, design reviews, and ensure milestones, while progressing toward Chartered Engineer status as your responsibilities grow.

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in renewable energy project delivery including wind/solar.
• 3–5 years in a similar site-based construction role.
• Strong electrical engineering knowledge base.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Project Manager on progress, risk, and issues.
• Analyse supplier/sub-contractor information for design alignment.
• Review and understand technical drawings and specifications.
• Design reviews, validate equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with electrical designers to ensure electrical requirements meet civil works.
• Produce technical submittals, RFIs, reports and trackers.
• Analyse design docs for scope gaps.
• Coordinate and audit civil subcontractors.
• Assist with Production of Civil & Structural drawings and BIM input.
• Support Tendering activities.
• Review quality on site and verify compliance.

Skills

Renewable energy experience

Project delivery

Leadership

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Site-based construction

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

BIM (2D/3D)

CAD software

Job description

Position: Transmission and Distribution Electrical Engineer (145251)

Location: Co. Meath.

Company Description

We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.

Job Description

As an Engineer, with a focus on Transmission & Distribution, you will play a pivotal role in project implementation and execution. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and industry experts to deliver the completion of projects. Your responsibilities will include conducting technical assessments, preparing reports, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring project milestones are achieved.

This role will provide exposure to a wide range of expertise relating to the civil engineering, electrical engineering and construction sector. The successful candidate will be supported in developing their knowledge on a pathway to becoming a Chartered Engineer as their knowledge and responsibilities grow and evolve.

Your Responsibilities will include:

• Reporting to the Project Manager on project progress, risk, and issues.
• Analyse supplier / sub-contractor information for alignment with design specifications.
• Review and understand technical drawings and project specifications.
• Design reviews, validate equipment and systems.
• Work closely with electrical designers to ensure civil aspects meet electrical equipment requirements.
• Complete technical submittals, RFIs, reports and trackers.
• Analysis of all design documentation and identification of any scope gaps.
• Coordinate, direct and audit civil engineering sub-contractors.
• Assist with the Production of Civil & Structural drawings using 2D and 3D software, and input to BIM requirements on relevant projects as required.
• Assistance with Tendering
• Review quality on site – walking down systems to ensure compliance with project team.

Skills and Requirements

To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills and qualifications:

• A degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in the construction and delivery of renewable energy projects, including wind and solar developments. This must include onsite involvement with 38kV, 110kV, and 220kV medium-voltage substations, battery energy storage systems (BESS), grid connections including ground works, cut / fill excavations, road openings, and utility coordination.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a similar site-based construction role is essential.
• Excellent delegation and organisational skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor a cross-functional team essential.
• Ability to work and collaborate with the wider project team essential.
• Strong electrical engineering knowledge base.
• Strong communications skills, both written and oral required.

We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs.

Recognising the contributions and respecting our people is core to our culture and values. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles.

Please note. We are currently not accepting application from agencies at this time.