Electrical Engineer – Power & Grid Infrastructure Projects

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€60000 p.a.
Electrical Engineering
Posted 1 minute ago
Electrical Engineer – Power & Grid Infrastructure Projects
Dublin
Leading Engineering Contractor in Power, Renewables and Grid Infrastructure
€60,000 – €75,000 Strong Benefits Package

The Company
This is a leading Irish engineering contractor delivering large-scale power, renewable energy, and grid infrastructure projects across Ireland and Europe. The business has built a strong reputation in transmission and distribution, working on complex substation and grid connection projects for major utilities and energy providers.

With a strong and growing pipeline of secured work, the company continues to invest in experienced engineering professionals, offering long-term career progression, technical leadership opportunities, and exposure to high-value infrastructure projects.

The Role – Electrical Engineer
This is a key role within the engineering team, focused on delivering detailed electrical design for transmission and distribution grid connection projects. You will take ownership of design packages, contribute to technical decision-making, and support projects from early feasibility through to construction and energisation.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders, ensuring all designs meet the highest standards in safety, quality, and performance. The role offers a combination of office-based engineering and site involvement across major power infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead electrical design for overhead lines, underground cable systems, and grid connection infrastructure
  • Carry out and review feasibility studies for renewable energy grid connections including wind, solar, and battery storage
  • Undertake site investigations, route selection, and technical assessments
  • Prepare and review material specifications and Bills of Quantities
  • Produce and review detailed electrical design drawings and technical reports
  • Take responsibility for design deliverables across multiple projects
  • Work closely with multidisciplinary teams on transmission and distribution network design
  • Provide technical support throughout project delivery including construction and commissioning phases
  • Support and contribute to tender submissions and technical evaluations
  • Carry out site inspections and quality audits during construction
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and standards
About You
  • Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering
  • Strong experience in power engineering, transmission, or distribution projects
  • Proven ability to deliver electrical design on grid infrastructure or similar projects
  • Strong technical knowledge of overhead lines, underground cables, and power systems
  • Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams
  • Proficient in MS Office with strong IT and technical skills
  • AutoCAD experience desirable
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple design packages and meet deadlines
  • Capable of working independently and taking ownership of deliverables
  • Full driving licence with willingness to travel to site as required
What’s on Offer
Salary: €60,000 – €75,000 DOE

Benefits
  • Flexible working options
  • 23 days annual leave
  • Pension scheme
  • Healthcare support and EAP programme
  • Life assurance
  • Structured training and career development programme
  • Clear progression into senior and lead engineering roles
Why Apply?
This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineer to step into a key role within the power and renewables sector. You will work on major transmission and distribution projects, gaining exposure to high-profile grid infrastructure developments while playing a central role in project delivery.

The role offers long-term stability, career progression, and the opportunity to develop specialist expertise within a rapidly growing sector focused on energy transition and infrastructure development.

How to Apply
Email: ryan@breaghrecruitment.com
Phone: 01 531 4345

Why Breagh Recruitment?
At Breagh Recruitment, we specialise in placing Electrical Engineers within the power, utilities, and energy infrastructure sectors. We work closely with leading contractors delivering transmission, distribution, and renewable energy projects across Ireland and Europe.

If you are an Electrical Engineer with experience in power engineering, grid infrastructure, or HV projects, we can help you secure a role that aligns with your technical expertise and long-term career goals.

Related roles include Electrical Design Engineer, Power Systems Engineer, HV Engineer, Grid Engineer, and Substation Engineer.

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