Senior Electrical Engineer

Thomas & Adamson; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Ireland is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and develop systems for water and wastewater treatment. This role requires an honours degree in Electrical Engineering and over 7 years of consultancy experience. Key responsibilities include supervising junior staff, ensuring design quality, and contributing to business development. Candidates should be proficient in AutoCAD and capable of interfacing with multidisciplinary teams. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in engineering consultancy or EPC.
• Chartered Engineer status, or on track to achieve it.
• Experience with PLC/SCADA integration.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for infrastructure projects.
• Supervise junior team members and maintain quality standards.
• Develop electrical design proposals for business development.

Skills

Electrical system design

Team mentorship

Stakeholder management

Communication

AutoCAD Electrical/MEP

Education

Honours degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

TrimbleProDesign

ETAP

EPLAN

Job description

About Us

We are proud to take an active part in shaping Ireland’s future. To work with the government, clients and communities to plan, build and sustain infrastructure that will advance and enhance the Irish way of life.

The Egis team have been active in Ireland since 1984, evolving and expanding over time into a company that offers an end‑to‑end service; planning, designing and operating smart cities, active travel systems, water and energy infrastructure, buildings and structures.

In 2023 JB Barry and Partners was welcomed into Egis, bringing our award‑winning team to almost 600 members across 16 offices nationwide. Our team includes designers, engineers, surveyors, project managers, technologists, geo‑technical and environmental teams, asset and maintenance managers and quantity surveyors all working together.

We work in partnership with public sector clients and private companies both at home and internationally, and we are committed to supporting the government in realising their climate, infrastructural and societal goals as part of Project Ireland 2040.

Our key areas of expertise:

• Rail & Urban transit
• Active travel
• Roads and bridges
• Water & Wastewater
• Smart cities
• Energy
• Consulting and Operations

About the Role

• Design and develop electrical systems for water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, and related infrastructure.
• Author detailed technical specifications, control philosophies, cable/load schedules, network diagrams, and technical reports.
• Review MCC schematics, contractor calculations, and PLC/SCADA architectures; close design gaps, issue technical submittals, and respond to RFIs.
• Prepare technical submittals; assist FAT, SAT, QA/QC walk‑downs, and commissioning.
• Supervise junior team members and review work items, providing mentorship, ensuring quality standards are met, and fostering professional development within the team.
• Develop electrical design proposal and contribute to business development in the electrical sector.

What do we need from you

• Hold an honours degree (level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications), or equivalent professional qualification in electrical engineering.
• Have at least 7+ years’ relevant experience in engineering consultancy or EPC (within water, wastewater, or comparable heavy‑process plants).
• Member of Engineers Ireland or other relevant professional body.
• Chartered Engineer status is required, or be on track to achieve this within the next 6 to 12 months.
• Experience in any of the following is desirable but not essential: substation design; transmission and distribution grid design and renewable power projects.
• Demonstrated understanding of water‑treatment unit operations and the ability to assess existing EICA assets to develop upgrade or new‑build designs.
• Competent in producing SLDs, Block Cable & Network‑Infrastructure diagrams, and providing input to GAs, 3‑D/BIM models and P&IDs.
• Exposure to PLC/SCADA integration and a working understanding of LV/MV protection coordination principles.
• Proficient with AutoCAD Electrical/MEP and at least one electrical‑design platform (TrimbleProDesign, ETAP, EPLAN or equivalent).
• Strong teamwork, written and verbal communication, and stakeholder‑management abilities; comfortable interfacing with multidisciplinary teams, vendors and contractors.
• Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites as required.

Desirable

• Proven capability with detailed EICA calculations (cable sizing, voltage‑drop, short‑circuit, earthing, lighting, fault studies) and equipment selection (MCCs/VFDs, transformers, motors, instrumentation).
• Working knowledge of I.S.10101:2020, IEC/BSEN standards and WIMES specifications.
• Working knowledge of Irish and EU Health & Safety legislation (e.g., Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Regulations).
• Project Management/Contract Management experience.
• Experience in liaison with ESB/Eirgrid and Grid Connections applications.

What's in it for you?

This role offers the chance to develop strong experience in Business‑to‑Business services marketing, working with multinational brand and team. You’ll work in a supportive structured environment which will give you the opportunity to develop and hone fundamental strategic, creative and project management skills and the chance to practise them independently. It’s ideal for someone with drive, energy and passion for the discipline, who enjoys building collaborative relationships with colleagues and an eye for the detail in the job.

Egis in Ireland is actively involved in some of the most significant infrastructural developments across the built environment being invested in by the Irish government, projects which will benefit the country for generations to come.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Egis is an equal opportunities employer who recognises the value of having a diverse workforce. Your application will be assessed based purely on your skills and experience, the stated essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role.