Our client, Ireland's largest privately operated EV charging network is seeking a Project Engineer to join their team in various locations across Ireland.
Salary negotiable; benefits include EV car and home charger.
Overview:
* Supporting projects from inception to completion.
* Collaborating with the sales team to provide technical guidance to clients.
* Conducting cost estimations for EV charging infrastructure projects.
* Building supply chain partners in the Republic of Ireland (ROI).
* Conduct site assessments, collaborate on proposal development, maintain documentation, engage with customers, and work closely with internal teams to ensure technically sound solutions.
* Survey, cost, and manage installations along with necessary supply chain partners to deliver high-quality EV charging across ROI.
Key Skills Required:
* Technical Expertise:
o Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of our EV charging solutions and associated technologies.
o Electrical knowledge of distribution systems, cabling, routing, protective devices, and installation methods.
o Understanding of civil engineering is advantageous.
* Cost Estimation:
o Conduct comprehensive cost estimations for EV charging infrastructure projects, including equipment, and ongoing operational costs.
o Analyse project requirements and provide accurate cost breakdowns to support the sales team in creating competitive proposals.
o Work with subcontractors to obtain project costs and to mobilise on projects.
* Site Assessment:
o Conduct site surveys to assess the feasibility of EV charging installations.
o Identify potential challenges and recommend solutions to ensure successful project deployments.
* Proposal Development:
o Collaborate with the sales team to create compelling proposals that incorporate technical details and accurate cost estimations.
o Ensure proposals align with client budgets and objectives.
* Documentation and Reporting:
o Maintain detailed documentation of all pre-sale activities, including site survey reports and cost analyses.
o Generate reports to track and analyse sales and project progress.
* Customer Engagement:
o Engage with potential customers to understand their needs and objectives, addressing their technical questions and concerns.
o Attend client meetings and presentations to provide technical insights.
* Collaboration:
o Collaborate with internal teams, including sales and project managers, to ensure that project requirements are met, and solutions are technically sound.
o Assist in developing product and solution enhancements based on customer feedback.
* Mobilisation
o Control the project from inception to completion, including mobilising contractors for each project.
o Ensure total project oversight during the construction phase, acting as the company's on-site project lead.
o Produce project progress reports.
* Continuous Improvement
o Assist with the uptime and maintenance of the EV network.
Essential Qualifications / Experience:
* Time served electrician (18th edition) with strong civil engineering knowledge, proven experience in a technical pre-sales or estimator role, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in relevant software.
* Proven experience in a technical pre-sales or estimator role in a relevant industry.
* Technical knowledge of charging infrastructure and associated technologies.
* Strong understanding of civil engineering practices and methods.
* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for accurate cost estimations.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
* Proficiency in relevant software and tools for cost estimation and project management.