Senior Electrical Engineer | Sweden

Kirby Group Engineering; Gävle kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby Group Engineering is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead engineering activities on a construction project in Sweden. You will coordinate design with on-site installation through commissioning, ensuring alignment with Kirby’s values and project goals.

Requirements include a 3rd level Electrical Engineering degree, 7+ years' project experience, and expertise with LV/MV systems, design guides, and submittals.

Qualifications

• 3rd level Qualification in Electrical Engineering / Building Services Engineering.
• 7+ years of project engineering experience in construction.
• LV and MV systems experience in building services and data centres.
• Knowledge of Design Guides, Codes and Standards (BS7671/EN/IEC).
• Experience developing technical submittals and design reviews.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate with clients and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design and design management tasks on projects.
• Coordinate technical design with onsite installation and commissioning.
• Review and validate cable sizing and technical submittals.
• Liaise with design teams and supply chain for plant operation and handover.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure QA/EHS compliance.
• Provide off-site technical support to construction teams.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

BIM coordination

Communication

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Building Services

Tools

Amtech

Dialux

Adobe Pro

AutoCAD 2D

MS Office

Job description

• Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
• To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
• To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
• To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
• To work with the best.
• Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

• Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
• To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
• To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
• To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
• To work with the best.
• Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering

Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

Role Purpose

As Senior Electrical Engineer based in Sweden will be responsible for the engineering activities on a specific construction project. The activities associated with the project will vary and will be agreed with the Project Manager on an ongoing basis. You will co-ordinate the technical design with the onsite installation through to the successful commissioning ensuring that the Kirby Group vision, mission & values are fulfilled.

Senior Electrical Engineer Responsibilities

• Complete electrical design review to identify design gaps and deviations or contradictions in the specifications.
• Validate cable sizing and make recommendations as appropriate.
• Ensure that technical assessments are completed as required and technical issues are resolved without delay.
• Compile and issue electrical technical submittals.
• Manage submittals through the approvals process, track procurement and delivery of electrical equipment and complete the receipt verification process once the equipment is delivered.
• Attend & record regular supply chain meetings to ensure that progress is monitored & maintained within the overall construction programme.
• Update and record progress on system trackers which are fully aligned with the construction schedule.
• Review the electrical installation with the BIM team to ensure the design is constructible and that there is adequate space for installation and maintenance of all equipment and cabling.
• Liaise with the design team & supply chain to ensure correct operation of the plant on site & successful handover.
• Complete electrical system walk-downs to ensure systems are compliant with specifications and drawings.
• Compile test pack, FTOP’s and O&Ms and present for approval.
• Manage specialist vendors during the commissioning process to ensure timely completion of their works.
• Undertake client training in line with agreed training plan.
• Lead Engineering Design and Design Management tasks on Projects as part of an integrated project team,
• Strong technical ability in all aspects of Electrical Engineering Services & Design,
• Proactive with a strong ability to work independently and without supervision,
• Design and specification of Electrical Engineering Solutions to current regulations and design standards,
• Working directly with clients and project engineers to define project requirements and develop technical solutions,
• Develop and agree design processes and design deliverables,
• Lead Pre-Construction Engineering activities and the production of information including, design development, construction details, services coordination, technical submittals, sub-contracts, etc,
• Assist in the continual improvement of the QA System and execute project reviews,
• Provide technical support to the estimating, procurement, commercial, marketing and project bid teams,
• Provide off site technical support to construction teams on projects,

Necessary requirement of the Senior Electrical Engineer

• 3rd level Qualification in Electrical Engineering / Building Services Engineering.
• Experience with both LV and MV systems primarily in building services and data centre environments.
• Knowledge & experience of current Design Guides, Codes of Practice, ETCI and or BS7671 Regulations, Building Regulations, EN Standards and IEC Standards, etc,
• Experience in Amtech, Dialux, Adobe Pro, Autodesk AutoCAD 2D and MS Office Suite Software,
• Experience of client, vendor & contractor interaction & management,
• Significant Project engineering experience of 7 years+ ideally in a construction environment.
• Previous record of delivering Electrical projects (Commercial, Industrial, pharma, data centre type projects)
• Commercial
• Experience developing technical submittals, completing technical reviews and assessments.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental systems and procedures – knowledge of the team, their strengths and weaknesses
• The ability to multi-task and manage many priorities
• Excellent communicator/strong interpersonal skills/communicates with impact
• Excellent record keeper and administration skills
• Leads and influences others.
• Innovates and leads in electrical/technical activity and challenges.
• Plans and effectively manages projects.
• Solves problems analytically and acts decisively
• Is process driven and focuses on EHS and Quality Work Management Systems and Processes
• Mentor and Coach to junior engineers and graduates
• Awareness
• Capability of walking down electrical systems to ensure compliance with specification

For more information on this role, or other Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK, Europe, or South Africa please review our careers page (Vacancies – Kirby Group Careers) or contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group in confidence on [phone].

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.