Senior Electrical Engineer Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team in Galway.
This is a permanent position with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years.
You will assist in the delivery of leading-edge engineering projects and work with a vibrant, agile, and multi-functional team to deliver projects on time, safely, and to the required quality standards.
The successful candidate will benefit from Kirby's Career Development Programmes, which will enhance their leadership capability.
They will also have the opportunity to work with the best, receiving an excellent package and room for negotiation.
About Kirby Group Engineering
Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to blue-chip companies.
With operations across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres, and power transmission and distribution.
Our culture is innovative, collaborative, and performance-focused, offering opportunities for career growth and development in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.
Role Purpose
As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for the engineering activities on a specific construction project.
Your tasks will vary and be agreed with the Project Manager on an ongoing basis.
You will coordinate the technical design with onsite installation through to successful commissioning, ensuring that the Kirby Group vision, mission, and values are fulfilled.
Senior Electrical Engineer Responsibilities
1. Complete electrical design reviews to identify design gaps and deviations or contradictions in specifications.
2. Validate cable sizing and make recommendations as appropriate.
3. Ensure technical assessments are completed as required and technical issues are resolved without delay.
4. Compile and issue electrical technical submittals.
5. Manage submittals through the approvals process, track procurement and delivery of electrical equipment, and complete the receipt verification process once the equipment is delivered.
6. Attend and record regular supply chain meetings to ensure progress is monitored and maintained within the overall construction programme.
7. Update and record progress on system trackers fully aligned with the construction schedule.
8. Review the electrical installation with the BIM team to ensure the design is constructible and there is adequate space for installation and maintenance of all equipment and cabling.
9. Liaise with the design team and supply chain to ensure correct operation of the plant on site and successful handover.
10. Complete electrical system walk-downs to ensure systems are compliant with specifications and drawings.
11. Compile test packs, FTOP's, and O&Ms and present for approval.
12. Manage specialist vendors during the commissioning process to ensure timely completion of their works.
13. Undertake client training in line with agreed training plans.
Necessary Requirements
* 3rd-level qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
* Experience with both LV and MV systems primarily in building services and data centre environments.
* Significant project engineering experience of 6 years+ with an Electrical Contractor.
* Previous record of delivering small to medium Electrical projects (Commercial, Industrial, Pharma, Data Centre type projects).
* Commercial awareness.
* Capability of walking down electrical systems to ensure compliance with specification.
* Experience developing technical submittals, completing technical reviews, and assessments.
* Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental systems and procedures.
* Able to multitask and manage many priorities.
* Excellent communicator/strong interpersonal skills/communicates with impact.
* Excellent record keeper and administration skills.
* Leads and influences others.
* Innovates and leads in electrical/technical activity and challenges.
* Plans and effectively manages projects.
* Solves problems analytically and acts decisively.
* Is process-driven and focuses on EHS and Quality Work Management Systems and Processes.
* Mentor and coach junior engineers and graduates.