Senior Electrical Power Systems Engineer

Our client, an established engineering company providing specialist engineering services to ESB, is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Power Systems Engineer to join its team, working from its client’s offices in Tralee, County Kerry.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineering professional with a strong background in electricity networks, HV/MV infrastructure and power distribution to take ownership of technically challenging projects involving network development, substation design and electrical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, assessment and development of HV/MV distribution networks, substations and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Undertake and review complex power system calculations, including load flow, fault levels, voltage drop, cable sizing and network capacity.
• Provide technical leadership in power systems analysis, network planning and infrastructure development.
• Prepare and review electrical schematics, engineering drawings, technical specifications and reports.
• Liaise directly with ESB engineers, clients, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Assess existing networks and recommend upgrades, reinforcement and improvements.
• Oversee technical deliverables, ensuring compliance with ESB requirements, industry standards and safety regulations.
• Provide engineering guidance and technical support throughout project delivery.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Significant experience in electricity transmission and distribution, ideally within ESB Networks, HV/MV engineering consultancies or utility infrastructure.
• Strong experience in substation design, power infrastructure development, power systems analysis or network planning.
• Previous senior electrical engineering or technical leadership experience.
• Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of complex engineering projects.

A full clean driving licence is desirable, salary is in the region of €90,000. For further information, please email me directly at adrien@redchair.ie

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