Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer, Solar PV & BESS (Ireland)

Senior Electrical Engineer (Renewables)

The Opportunity

Our client is a global leader in renewable energy infrastructure, currently building over 300MW of capacity annually. Following a period of significant international growth, they are establishing a dedicated EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) subsidiary in Ireland.

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer who is a "doer" at heart—someone with deep technical expertise who is excited to be a founding member of the Irish engineering team. You will be the primary electrical authority for utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects, helping the business transition from an agile startup phase to an established market leader.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Compliance

Irish Grid Authority : Act as the principal point of contact for EirGrid and ESB, ensuring all projects meet rigorous Irish Grid Code and safety regulations.

Design & Review : Prepare and approve complex electrical designs, including AC / DC / HV / LV equipment, protection systems, and cable sizing.

Substation Oversight : Lead the technical interface for the design, construction, and commissioning of MV / HV substations.

Project Delivery & Operations

Subcontractor Management : Interface with and manage Tier 1 electrical subcontractors to ensure technical assurance.

Active Site Involvement : Transition from office-based design to site-based supervision (up to 3-4 days per week) during peak construction and commissioning windows.

Commissioning : Support international teams in executing all pre-commissioning and final energization activities.

Strategic Growth

Business Support : Assist in the tendering process by providing technical expertise for pricing documents and vendor selection.

Mentorship : Guide graduate engineers and prepare to lead a dedicated electrical department as the Irish team scales significantly over the next 12 months.

Candidate Profile

Experience : 4–8 years of proven experience in the HV Energy or Renewable sector. We value "high-potential" candidates on the cusp of management who still enjoy being hands-on.

Technical Mastery : In-depth knowledge of Irish Grid Code compliance and the energization process is essential.

Practical Background : Experience with HV / MV substations is vital. We highly value candidates with practical "site-first" backgrounds (e.g., qualified electricians who progressed into engineering).

Mindset : Proactive and flexible. You should thrive in a startup environment where you are happy to assist in areas outside your core remit to ensure project success.

Values : Our client is committed to an inclusive, gender-balanced workforce and encourages diverse applicants to maintain their modern team dynamic.

What’s on Offer?

Work-Life Balance : 37.5-hour week with a 1 : 00 PM finish every Friday.

Mobility : Fully expensed Company Car.

Financial Security : Competitive base salary, 10% performance bonus, and up to 8% employer pension contribution.

Leave & Wellness : 35 days annual leave (inc. public holidays) and a €350 annual wellness / gym allowance.

Career Path : A flat hierarchy with direct access to leadership and a clear path to a Head of Department role within 24 months