Graduate Automation Engineer

Premium Power Corporation; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Irish consultancy as a Graduate Automation Engineer, supporting advanced electrical systems for global clients. Gain hands-on experience in data integration and networked automation while working in a flexible, innovative environment that prioritises your career development.

Benefits

Above industry average salary

25 days annual leave

Flexible, hybrid working environment

Income Protection & Life Assurance

Company-matched pension

100% company-funded health insurance

Commuter transport subsidies

Dedicated training, mentoring, and CPD programs

Fully funded sports & social club activities

Real career development in a supportive company

Qualifications

• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or C#.
• Interest in databases, analytics, and visualisation tools.
• Strong desire to learn and develop expertise.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and document EPMS solutions for major clients.
• Build and customise front-end systems and dashboards.
• Support clients by responding to system queries.

Skills

Programming languages

Data integration

Automation systems expertise

IP networking

Education

Graduate degree in STEM or engineering-related discipline

Job description

Graduate Automation Engineer

Location: Balbriggan or Dublin City Centre (Ireland-based applicants only) Permanent, Full-Time

Launch Your Career at the Cutting Edge of Power Systems Innovation

Premium Power is where engineering, innovation, and technology converge. We’re seeking curious and driven STEM graduates to join our Automation Engineering team and build smart, sustainable electrical systems for the future.

You’ll gain hands-on experience working with some of the most advanced electrical systems in the world—supporting global clients in data centres, utilities, and high-tech industries.

If you’re passionate about technology, systems integration, and real-world problem-solving—this is the opportunity to start your engineering career on the right track.

About Us

Premium Power is a leading Irish electrical engineering consultancy specialising in:

• Power system design & analysis
• Electrical safety & risk mitigation
• Smart power monitoring systems
• IoT-based energy management

We work with global leaders to make power systems smarter, safer, and more reliable—from pharmaceutical giants to hyperscale data centres.

Our multidisciplinary team includes:

• Electrical engineers using simulation tools to build digital models and evaluate protection and stability
• Power quality experts monitoring harmonics and voltage sags
• Software developers leveraging IoT, custom dashboards, and automation tools
• Health & safety consultants ensuring safe operations in high-risk electrical environments

The Role: Graduate Automation Engineer

As a Graduate Automation Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of deploying the next generation of Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS). You’ll gain a foundation in:

• Data integration
• Custom reporting/dashboard development
• Networked automation for electrical assets
• Building client-specific energy intelligence solutions

️ What You’ll Be Doing

• Design, implement, and document EPMS solutions for major clients
• Build and customise front-end systems and dashboards
• Work with clients to develop technical proposals
• Create custom reporting systems and automate alerts
• Support clients by responding to system queries and providing solution upgrades
• Collaborate with engineers and software specialists on project rollouts

What You’ll Bring

• Graduate degree (or higher) in a STEM or engineering-related discipline
• Familiarity with programming languages (Python, C#, or similar)
• Interest in databases, analytics, and visualisation tools
• Understanding of IP networking and industrial communication systems
• A strong desire to learn and develop automation and systems expertise

Additional Requirements

• You must be currently living in Ireland with valid work permission in place
• Full, clean driver’s license

What We Offer

• Above industry average salary (depending on qualifications)
• 25 days annual leave
• Flexible, hybrid working environment
• Income Protection & Life Assurance from day one
• Company-matched pension (post-probation)
• 100% company-funded health insurance after 12 months
• Commuter transport subsidies
• Dedicated training, mentoring, and CPD programs
• Fully funded sports & social club activities
• Real career development in a supportive, growing company

Work Locations

You’ll have the flexibility to work from either of our offices:

• Balbriggan, North County Dublin
• Dublin City Centre

Ready to Apply?

This role is open to applicants currently based in Ireland only. Sponsorship is not provided — please apply only if you already have full work rights in Ireland.

Apply now using the form below and start building your future with us.

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