Electrical Project Engineer

Hunter Savage Ltd; Leinster; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water industry is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer for a full-time, permanent role based in Carlow. This position offers a competitive salary of €55,000 – €65,000 and the opportunity to work on diverse projects. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience and strong AutoCAD capabilities. Join a growing organization with a strong reputation for project delivery.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Opportunity to work in a stable, growing organisation

Full-time, permanent position with strong long-term potential

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in Electrical Project Engineering.
• Trade-qualified electricians with project experience encouraged.
• Strong AutoCAD capability to revise and coordinate technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in day-to-day project delivery.
• Prepare technical documentation, submissions, and client reports.
• Ensure site safety compliance with HSA regulations.

Skills

AutoCAD

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Project Engineer

Description:
We are hiring for our client, a well-established and expanding company in the water industry, who are seeking to recruit an Electrical Project Engineer. Based at their Carlow head office, this is a full-time, permanent role offering an exciting opportunity to join a business with a strong reputation for project delivery. This position is ideal for an experienced Electrical Project Engineer or a trade-qualified electrician looking to develop a long-term career in electrical project management.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Attractive salary: €55,000 – €65,000 depending on experience

2. Office-based in Carlow with frequent site visits across Ireland

3. Great opportunity to join a growing company in the water industry

The Role:

• Assist the Project Manager in day-to-day project delivery

• Liaise with suppliers and ensure quotations meet project specifications

• Prepare technical documentation, submissions and client reports

• Generate and update project programmes and schedules

• Coordinate site works, including sub-contractors and internal teams

• Develop Method Statements, Risk Assessments and Quality Control procedures

• Ensure site safety compliance with HSA regulations

• Supervise on-site works and attend audits and client meetings

• Manage project costs, change orders and documentation

• Compile O&M manuals and maintain full contract control

The Person:

• 3–5 years’ experience in an Electrical Project Engineering role

• Trade-qualified electricians with project experience also encouraged to apply

• Water/wastewater industry experience advantageous but not essential

• Strong AutoCAD capability to revise and coordinate technical drawings

• Experience in plant design, commissioning, and managing contractors

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Flexible, practical, and proactive approach with strong commercial acumen

The Rewards:

• Competitive salary: €55,000 – €65,000 DOE

• 25 days annual leave

• Opportunity to work in a stable, growing organisation

• Full-time, permanent position with strong long-term potential

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage?

At Hunter Savage, we pride ourselves on our deep sector expertise and consultative approach across Engineering & Manufacturing. If this Electrical Project Engineer job aligns with your career goals, we’d love to hear from you. For further information and to apply, contact Dominic Heron in confidence:
[phone] | [e-mail]. Visit our website for more specialist Engineering & Manufacturing opportunities. Salary guidelines are approximate and dependent on experience and market factors. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on the volume and quality of applications.