Principal Electrical Engineer - Healthcare

Principal Electrical Engineer - Healthcare

Listed : 28 Aug 2025

MEP Consultancy

Dublin - Central

70,000 to 80,000

My Client are an award winning international Engineering Consultancy who are seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer with healthcare expertise to join our Building Engineering group in their Dublin office.

The successful Electrical Engineer will be a part of a group of multi-disciplinary engineers who overcome highly complex challenges in the built environment with creativity, technical expertise, passion and a commitment to designing with a social purpose.

The successful candidate will assume a lead role in a diverse and challenging range of design projects, primarily in our healthcare portfolio but also with the opportunity to work across other sectors

Responsibilities :

Project Planning and Management (resources and fees)

Preparation of design & contract documentation and specifications

Designing and reviewing design work of intermediate and junior engineers

Design of systems including but not limited to electrical distribution, small power, lighting & emergency lighting, fire detection & alarm, ICT, security and vertical transportation

Co-ordination of work with all members of design teams (architect, engineers of all disciplines, QS, etc.)

Ensuring that all designs and documents are prepared to the highest standards

Estimating, Procurement and Cost Control on projects

Compiling project reports

Conceptual design studies and reports

Mentoring and development of intermediate and junior engineers in the group

Liaising with the supply chain and contractors to co-ordinate the successful delivery of the MEP installations.

Minimum Qualifications :

Masters or Degree in Electrical Services engineering or Electrical Engineering

Minimum 9+ years post-qualification experience, most of which will be in design gained within a consultancy environment.

Substantial experience in design of healthcare projects.

Chartered Engineer status (or close to achieving status)

Technically excellent with in-depth knowledge of relevant standards and regulations

Experience in leading design teams

Experience in using Revit and directing engineers using Revit

Proven team player

Organised and adaptable, with a flexible approach to work

Ability to deliver projects on time and within budget

Competent in electrical design software

Excellent communication and report writing skills

Highly motivated, pro-active and willing to take on new challenges

Demonstrated experience in the design of Building Services Electrical systems

As a senior MEP grade, a core knowledge of Building Services Mechanical systems

Benefits :

€70,000 to €80,000 - Dependent on Experience

Profit Sharing

Double Matching Pension Contributions

Travel Subsistence

Healthcare Subsidy

Hybrid WFH options

Further benefits available

To register your interest, please forward your CV to Jennie Hoare at .

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If you are seeking a position but the above doesn't match your criteria, please do not hesitate to contact me as many other exciting opportunities exist nationwide.