Lawler Consulting is a successful multi-disciplinary building services engineering business. Our headquarters are based in Kilkenny and a client base that stretches across Ireland, the UK, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our CIBSE award-winning practice has successfully completed more than 6,500 commissions, which has cultivated a wealth of in-house experience that is demonstrated through numerous projects. We place a great emphasis on our staff, learning and development, and progression. As we enter an accelerated growth phase across several business sectors, we are seeking professional & enthusiastic Engineers to meet the demand for our services.
We are currently looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer (Intermediate/Senior level, depending on experience) to join our Team to work on a range of projects.
This job vacancy is for our Head Office located in Kilkenny
**The ways of working commitment to this role are to work in the Kilkenny office initially for the first 6 months.
Working from Home/Hybrid option may be available thereafter, depending on experience and agreement. **
Key Responsibilities
* Design of Electrical Services installations for Buildings typical in the Educational, Healthcare, Residential, Commercial & Retail Sectors, including but not limited to electrical distribution, small power, containment, control systems, internal lighting, external lighting, emergency lighting, MV & LV electrical design, Emergency Lighting Systems, Fire alarm Systems, IT Infrastructure, CCTV & Intruder alarms to current regulations and design standards.
* Demonstrate a strong technical ability in all aspects of Electrical / Building Services Engineering & Design.
* Create detailed electrical design layouts, schematics, and calculations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project goals.
* Independently address design and technical challenges within projects to achieve the best engineering solutions.
* Work directly with clients and project engineers to define project requirements and develop & Design technical solutions.
* Develop and agree design processes and design deliverables.
* Produce accurate Budget estimates for projects, assess Contractor progress claims & variations.
* Maintain project documentation in accordance with ISO standards, ensuring up to date records for electrical designs.
* Engage in QA audits, peer reviews and technical workshops, promoting continuous improvement in electrical solutions.
* Stay informed on Building Services and Environmental Sustainability design trends by attending relevant seminars, CPDs, and exhibitions.
* Conduct site inspections and prepare reports related to electrical systems, sourcing budget information and providing data to project teams.
* Review electrical service submittals, ensuring compliance with project objectives and approved designs.
* Monitor project timelines to ensure electrical designs are delivered on schedule and within budget.
* Lead projects from a design perspective, including answering Technical Queries, design development, services coordination, review of technical submittals, manage & co-ordinate timely delivery of Design changes, drawing updates etc during the project.
* Ability to lead and mentor Junior and Intermediate engineers where relevant, depending on experience.
* Assist with tender bids including technical writing report, and preparing budget estimates.
* Reporting to Associate Director / Director on the performance of projects.
Key Requirements
* Minimum Level 7 Degree / Diploma in Electrical Engineering/Building Services Engineering or equivalent.
* Ideally 5+ years' experience in design with an engineering consultancy.
* Proven experience in electrical engineering design in a design office.
* Ability to lead & deliver projects in accordance with Building Regulations and Design Standards.
* Ability to work within a team, and independently when required.
* Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, contributing to the overall success of projects.
* Demonstrated experience in a client facing role.
* Strong communication & presenting skills.
* Upholds ethics and Lawler Consulting values, demonstrate integrity as a person who is trusted by others and consistently honours their commitments.
* Proven knowledge on electrical system designs, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarms, security and protective systems in accordance with Irish Regulations.
* Experience working within ISO standards and project specific scopes.
* Proficient and competent in design software such as Dialux/Relux, Amtech, AutoCAD, BIM/Revit, or similar platforms.
* Proficient and competent in Microsoft office packages.
* Proficient Knowledge & experience of current Design Guides, Building Regulations (including BCAR process) EN Standards.
* Full Clean European Drivers Licence (or in the process of getting a Full European Drivers Licence).
* If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland.
* If you are a non-EU/EEA national, you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland.
What we're offering:
* Private healthcare fully subsidised.
* Pension.
* Great work-life balance.
* Bike to work scheme.
* Professional subscription fees paid monthly.
* Supporting role in achieving Chartership e.g. IEI, CIBSE and Chartership application support.
* Fast-moving and challenging projects.
* Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects.
* Working on projects championing innovative designs & systems.
* Great culture and company social club with monthly outings.
* Inclusion and Diversity - Lawler Group are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture, demonstrating an open, inclusive and equal environment.
* Close working relationship with senior managers and directors.
* Direct exposure to clients.
* Be part of a multi award winning engineering design consultancy.
* Excellent career progression in a company that supports your personal and professional development, through internal and external CPD.
* Competitive salary: dependent on experience.
* Generous annual leave.
* Early finish on a Friday.
#J-18808-Ljbffr