Lead Electrical Engineer

Shanahan Engineering Group; Ireland; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A state-owned electricity company in Ireland is seeking a Lead Electrical to manage key responsibilities at Turlough Hill site. You will work closely with the project manager and team, ensuring all work complies with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in power generation, excellent communication skills, and at least 5 years of experience. Important qualifications include level 8 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. The role offers competitive engagement in a crucial project.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years post qualification experience in the power generation industry.
• Ability to work within a team structure and share knowledge.
• Well versed in Health, Safety and Environmental Standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Support project manager in delivering overhaul.
• Supervise contractors and manage daily work requirements.

Skills

Planning major power station overhauls

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility

Strong report writing

Knowledge of power plant electrical systems

Education

Engineer level 8 qualification in Electrical Engineering

Engineer level 8 qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The role: On behalf of a state owned electricity company in Ireland, we are currently looking for a Lead Electrical to mobilise to the Turlough Hill site and respectively manage the key responsibilities which are listed below. The successful candidate will work within the client project team, supporting the project manager to delivery this important overhaul.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the Safety Adviser and other project team members to ensure that all works undertaken during the project are executed in accordance with statutory safety, health and environmental regulations and internal Company Technical Standards & Guidelines
• Management of Main EPC electrical Contract and other electrical contracts / work scopes as assigned by the Project Manager Liaison with Engineering & Major Projects(EMP)specialist team to successfully deliver overhaul in line with defined protocols and procedures.
• Support the implementation of Inspection & Test Plans for the electrical aspects of the scope of work in conjunction with the appropriate Competent Person / Asset Management Specialist
• Management of quality in accordance with responsibilities listed in the Project Quality Plan.
• Day to day supervision and point of contact with contractors and their works. Review of key ITP protocol sheets
• Work with and support the station Management and Maintenance Teams during the course of the project
• Undertake regular safety, environment and quality audits during the overhaul
• Reporting on progress against schedule and attendance at various project meetings as deemed appropriate by the Project Manager
• Work with the Project Manager to control costs for assigned contracts
• Management of day to day work requirements with the principle Contractor
• Development of technical specifications for work scopes on Mechanical plant and equipment and involvement in various stages of tendering and procurement process
• Use of plant modification process for all Mechanical plant modifications. Ensure all Mechanical procedures and drawings are updated
• Use of the Company Contractor Management (CM) process to manage assigned contracts including use of CM tools to track contract progress and holding of Kick-Off, Progress, Close-Out meetings, etc.
• Attendance at Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), workshop visits, if required
• Creation of Mechanical Close-Out Report

Knowledge Skills and Experience Essential

• Experience of planning major power station overhauls – including logistics, procurement, specifications development and contractor management
• Ability to work and share knowledge and competencies within a team structure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility which is important in all aspects of the role
• Strong report writing capability
• Experience of Power plant electrical plant, incl, Generators, transformers, HV / MV & LV switchgear etc
• Well versed with Health, Safety and Environment Standards and procedures
• Minimum experience of 5 years (Post Qualification) in power generation industry
• Engineer level 8 qualification in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Engineer level 8 qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline