Substation Design Engineer

GAELTEC UTILITIES, Ida Ireland Purcells, Dublin Rd, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny, R95 A8PY
52.6424903869629;-7.21100378036499;GAELTEC UTILITIES , Ida Ireland Purcells , Dublin Rd, Kilkenny , Co. Kilkenny , R95 A8PY
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Job Description Position: Substation Design Engineer
Location: Kilkenny
Contract: Fixed Term - Full time
Salary: €50,000
Gaeltec Utilities is seeking a Substation Design Engineer to lead the technical delivery of high-voltage substation projects (38kV to 400kV) across Ireland. The role involves tendering through to detailed design and construction, ensuring compliance with Irish Grid Codes, EirGrid/ESB standards, and EU directives. The ideal candidate will have strong technical and commercial awareness and experience in the design of transmission and distribution substations/projects. We offer a good working environment, competitive compensation, progression opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme, personal development, and Cycle to Work Scheme.

Overview of role : Lead the electrical design of HV/MV substations (AIS and GIS) including primary design, lightning design, earthing design, and cable routing. Coordinate with civil, structural, and control and protection/telecom design teams to ensure interface alignment. Review supplier documentation, manage FATs, and provide technical oversight during installation and commissioning (with limited site visits).

Key Responsibilities :

Tendering & Proposal Support: Review tender documents and client specifications (e.g., ESB Networks). Prepare concept designs, single line diagrams, and material take-offs to support bid packages. Work with the Bid Coordinator to provide accurate technical inputs for costing. Attend pre-bid meetings and contribute to technical clarifications and value engineering.

Design and Engineering Execution: Lead the electrical design of HV/MV substations (AIS and GIS). Perform calculations for major materials (e.g., busbar, cables). Ensure compliance with Irish Grid Code, IEC standards, and HSE regulations. Coordinate with other design teams and suppliers, review technical specifications for major equipment (power transformers, switchgear, CTs/VTs).

Execution Support: Review FATs, provide technical oversight during installation and commissioning (with limited visits to site).

Essential Skills and Knowledge :

Degree in Electrical Engineering (Level 8 or above).

Minimum 7–10 years of experience in substation design.

Familiarity with EirGrid/ESB specifications (desirable) and TSO/DSO procedures.

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward chartership (Engineers Ireland), preferred but not essential.

Proficient with AutoCAD, Revit, ETA.

Career Level : Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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