Urgent Search: Senior Renewables Electrical Engineer

1 day ago


Cork Dublin, Ireland Electricity Supply Board Full time

ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy. Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.

With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.

Position Description

The Onshore Renewable Electrical team manages the electrical scope of ESB’s Solar, Onshore Wind, and Battery Energy Storage System Generation projects. The team plays a crucial role in helping ESB achieve its Net Zero by 2040 strategy and is responsible for the electrical works throughout the concept, development, construction, energisation, and handover phases. This includes delivering High Voltage Substations, Grid Connections, Collector Systems, and Renewable Technologies through Design and Build (D&B) and Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) contracts. The team provides Lead Electrical Engineering and handles Preliminary Designs, Specification Preparation, Tendering, Design reviews, Owner’s Engineering, Contract Management, and Site Supervision.

In support of ESB’s strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity, building resilient infrastructure and empowering clients, the Senior Electrical Engineer will serve as Lead Electrical Engineer for renewable projects. They will lead and collaborate with a highly skilled and motivated team, while also engaging with clients, contractors, OEMs, colleagues, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of projects.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Electrical Engineer’s key responsibilities include delivering high-level engineering, managing projects and contracts, and on-site supervision of contractors on renewable and energy storage projects. This role also involves establishing and maintaining high safety standards in all aspects of the work. Responsibilities include the following:

- Conduct project feasibility assessments including technical due diligence, concept designs and budgetary pricing.
- Prepare and update technical specifications and designs and other documents required to complete tender enquiry documentation, against which tenderers will submit proposals.
- Review and critically evaluate tenderers’ submissions.
- Administer D&B or EPC electrical contracts.
- Oversee Health and Safety. Prepare and review project health and safety documentation.
- Manage contractors and review their design submissions to ensure they meet functional specifications, outline designs, and generic standards.
- Inspect plant and materials at manufacturing sites and on-site works to ensure they meet client specifications and monitor progress against the contract.
- Serve as the on-site electrical resident engineer according to project requirements.
- Ensure all work produced by the team meets quality standards.
- Manage contractor payments.
- Act as Lead Engineer.
- Support the development of less experienced colleagues and enhance the overall capability of the team.

Experience and Qualifications

- Minimum of Five years post-graduate electrical experience in HV power industry.
- A proven track record in delivering electrical scope for HV substations or Renewable engineering projects.
- Strong knowledge of HV construction activities.
- Strong understanding of safety in construction, encompassing HV safety, PSDP and PSCS processes.
- Strong stakeholder management skills and proven track record of managing internal and external stakeholders.
- The demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
- Full drivers’ licence valid for use in Republic of Ireland.

If you satisfy most of the requirements listed above but maybe not all, please submit your application as you may have other complementary and important skills we have not thought of.

- Substation Design Experience.
- Experience of working on renewable energy projects.
- Knowledge of D&B and/or EPC projects.
- Project management and contract management skills and knowledge.
- An understanding of the Tendering process.

Location

This position will be based in EMP Dublin or Cork office but travel to project locations is a key requirement of the 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.

Reporting To

Senior Team Leader Onshore Renewable Electrical Team, Civil Environmental and Renewable Group.

Why Work with Us?

- Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future.
- Progressive, hybrid working model.
- Career development through mentoring and training.
- Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities.
- Sports and Social Clubs.
- Networking opportunities.
- Credit Union.
- Access to staff well-being programmes.
- Generous parental leave entitlements.
- Strong values-based and inclusive culture.
- Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted.

€57,000 to €68,000 per annum.

Closing Date

28th January 2025.

Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.

If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie.

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

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