Senior Professional Electrical Engineer

We are looking for the following skills;

Essential

5 years' plus relevant experience in a wide range of substation design including transmission and distribution substations.

A strong understanding of all elements of substation tendering and tender evaluations, scoping, planning, design, costing, construction and commissioning

Strong project management and contract management skills and knowledge

Experience in control & protection systems, auxiliary power systems (AC/DC), power transformers and or reactors.

Full drivers licence and access to a car.

Understanding and experience of the PSDP/CDMC processes.

The demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Desirable

It is desirable that the candidate has achieved the following:

PSDP Competency (or CDMC equivalent).

Qualifications

Either level 8 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience is essential

Location

ESB is committed to offering flexibility in ways of working and we call that Smart Working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible and remote ways of working.

The successful candidate may combine remote / smart working within the jurisdiction, with attendance at base for in-person collaboration, on at least two days per week.

This role is based in the ESB E&MP Dublin or Cork office but regular travel to project locations as required is a key requirement of the role.

Reporting to

Senior Team leader, HV Substation Delivery, Networks Engineering, ESB Engineering and Major Projects.

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

Generous Pension

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

Salary

€59,000 to €70,000 per annum

Closing Date

25th September 2026

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:

Accountable and Ethical

Collaborative

Growing and Adaptive

Proactive

Respectful and Supportive

More information available on Our People Promise

Notes

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

The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland / UK prior to commencement of employment.