Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer

Lawler Consulting is a successful multi-disciplinary building services engineering business. Our headquarters are based in Kilkenny and a client base that stretches across Ireland, the UK, Europe, and the Middle East.

Our CIBSE award-winning practice has successfully completed more than 6,500 commissions, which has cultivated a wealth of in-house experience that is demonstrated through numerous projects. We place a great emphasis on our staff, learning and development, and progression. As we enter an accelerated growth phase across several business sectors, we are seeking professional & enthusiastic Engineers to meet the demand for our services.

We are currently looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer ( Intermediate / Senior level, depending on experience ) to join our Team to work on a range of projects.

This job vacancy is for our Head Office located in Kilkenny

• The ways of working commitment to this role are to work in the Kilkenny office initially for the first 6 months.

Working from Home / Hybrid option may be available thereafter, depending on experience and agreement.

Key Responsibilities

Design of Electrical Services installations for Buildings typical in the Educational, Healthcare, Residential, Commercial & Retail Sectors, including but not limited to electrical distribution, small power, containment, control systems, Internal lighting, External lighting, emergency lighting, MV & LV electrical design, Emergency Lighting Systems, Fire alarm Systems, IT Infrastructure, CCTV & Intruder alarms to current regulations and design standards.

Demonstrate a strong technical ability in all aspects of Electrical / Building Services Engineering & Design.

Create detailed electrical design layouts, schematics, and calculations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project goals.

Work directly with clients and project engineers to define project requirements and develop & Design technical solutions.

Develop and agree design processes and design deliverables.

Produce accurate Budget estimates for projects, assess Contractor progress claims & variations.

Maintain project documentation in accordance with ISO standards, ensuring up to date records for electrical designs.

Lead projects from on a design perspective, including, answering Technical Queries, design development, services coordination, review of technical submittals, manage & co-ordinate timely delivery of Design changes, drawing updates etc during the project.

Ability to lead and mentor Junior and Intermediate engineers where relevant, depending on experience.

Assist with tender bids including technical writing report, and preparing budget estimates

Reporting to Associate Director / Director on the performance of projects

Key Requirements

Minimum Level 7 Degree / Diploma in Electrical Engineering / Building Services Engineering or equivalent.

Ideally 5+ years' experience in design with an engineering consultancy.

Proven experience in electrical engineering design in a design office.

Ability to lead & deliver projects in accordance with Building Regulations and Design Standards.

Ability to work within a team, and independently when required

Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, contributing to the overall success of projects.

Demonstrated experience in a client facing role.

Strong communication & presenting skills.

Proficient Knowledge & experience of current Design Guides, Building Regulations (including BCAR process) EN Standards.

Full Clean European Drivers Licence (or in the process of getting a Full European Drivers Licence)

If you are an EU / EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland.

If you are a non-EU / EEA national, you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland.

What we're offering :

Private healthcare fully subsidised

Pension

Great work-life balance

Bike to work scheme

Professional subscription fees paid monthly

Supporting role in achieving Chartership e.g. IEI, CIBSE and Chartership application support

Fast-moving and challenging projects

Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects

Working on projects championing innovative designs & systems

Great culture and company social club with monthly outings

Inclusion and Diversity - Lawler Group are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture, demonstrating an open, inclusive and equal environment

Close working relationship with senior managers and directors

Direct exposure to clients

Be part of a multi award winning engineering design consultancy

Excellent career progression in a company that supports your personal and professional development, through internal and external CPD

Competitive salary : dependent on experience

Generous annual leave

Early finish on a Friday