Senior Design Electrical Engineerrequired to join Ireland's top multi-disciplined engineering and construction company.
This company offers industry leading services in civil engineering, transport infrastructure, structure steel & pipe fabrication, water and wastewater, power, natural resources and Construction & Property.
The successful Electrical Engineer will be based out of head office in Newbridge, The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical systems design, Building services design and technical leadership.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing complex electrical engineering projects, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Role: Design and develop electrical systems, layouts, and schematics using AutoCAD, Eplan Cableizer, Amtech (Trimble) ,Revit, Lighting reality and other similar electrical engineering design softwares Lead the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems for various projects.
Perform electrical load calculations, equipment selection, and power distribution design for MV and HV systems.
Oversee the preparation of electrical schematics, layouts, and technical documentation.
Develop and review electrical designs for solar and wind energy and building services MV ,LV systems ensuring optimal performance and compliance with industry standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, project managers, and clients.
Prepare technical documentation, reports, and specifications for electrical systems.
Ensure compliance with national and international electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEC, IEEE).
Conduct site visits, inspections, and quality assurance checks to verify system integrity.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and support staff.
Assist in cost estimation, budgeting, and proposal preparation for electrical engineering projects.
Troubleshoot and resolve electrical design and implementation challenges.
Perform detailed electrical calculations, including load analysis, short-circuit studies, and power distribution design for LV and MV systems.
Evaluate and select electrical components, equipment, and materials based on project requirements.
Lead root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts for electrical system failures.
Prepare technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.
Promote and enhance electrical safety Requirements: Bachelors degree in electrical engineering / electrical service engineering or a related field Proficiency inAutoCADand other electrical design software (e.g., Revit, EPlan, DiaLux, MATLAB,).
Strong knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
Experience in MV and HV electrical system design, including transformers, switchgear, and substations.
Experience in LV Designs Experience in MV substation Design Control and protection Design Lighting Design (internal and external) Experience in renewable energy Designs Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical information to clients and stakeholders.
Salary: Salary €75k - €85k DOE 27 days annual leave Pension Life Assurance Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay Discretionary annual bonus and salary review Generous private healthcare allowance If you are an Electrical Design Engineerconsidering a career move, please feel to send yourCV or contact Lisa Cullen on for a confidential discussion.GPC will not send any applicants CVs to clients without a full discussion and prior consent.
GPC is a specialist construction recruitment consultancy based in Dublin with 24 years experience working in the recruitment of construction professionals within Ireland and Internationally.
Skills: Electrical Design Engineer