Protection Maintenance Engineer

Overview
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We are looking for a Senior Protection Maintenance Engineer with 5 to 6 years' experience in providing highly technical protective services.
In support of ESB's strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity and building resilient infrastructure, you will work with the team developing and implementing maintenance policies/ standards, monitoring the network and identifying maintenance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Working on a national basis, at times largely dictated by operational constraints, key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Assessment of site safety prior to engaging in commissioning or maintenance activities and to coordinate the work schedule with site staff as appropriate.
Commissioning primary, secondary and associated equipment forming part of Transmission/Distribution Networks and ESB Power Stations.
Maintenance testing of protection relays and associated circuits.
Functional verification of protection scheme designs and checking compliance to approved design standards.
Respond and mobilise at short notice to critical system faults.
Carry out detailed fault investigations and provide specialist protection support to network & power station operators.
Experience and Qualifications
A 3rd Level qualification or equivalent work experience is essential
In depth knowledge and experience of operational procedures and the operation of substations and/or power stations.
Strong understanding of typical protection philosophies as applied to Power stations and Transmission Networks.
Thorough knowledge of schematics, cubicle wiring and functional testing techniques.
Proven track record of delivering commissioning/maintenance activities in live operational HV substations and/or power stations.
Adept in the use of omicron test equipment, particularly in the area of test plan development for protection relay testing.
Comfortable with software applications required for communicating with various types of protection relays.
Driver's License, as travelling to site is a key feature of this role
Self-motivated and be capable of working on their own initiative without direct supervision.
Show a high level of commitment and flexibility.
Location
This role is based in either E&MP Dublin/ Cork offices.
Site work throughout Ireland and internationally will be a feature in this role.
Driver's license is a must to apply for this 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 their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per 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.
Why ESB?
Opportunity to lead andoperate on frontline ofIreland's transition tonet zero future
Career developmentthrough mentoring, andtraining
Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
Active Social & Sports Clubs
Networking opportunities
Credit Union
Access to Staff Well Being programmes
Generous parental leave entitlements
Great team environment working to our Core Values – Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted
Reporting to
Reporting to the Protection Maintenance Team Leader within Network System Services, Transmission & Distribution Engineering
€58,000 to €70,000 per annum.
Closing Date
22 September 2025
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.
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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.
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