Senior Professional Cables Engineer, Civil

Electric Ireland; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy utility in Ireland seeks a Senior Professional Engineer in Civil / Structural to manage high-voltage infrastructure projects. The role involves collaboration with design teams and contractors, ensuring timely delivery and budget compliance. Applicants should have a Level 8 Engineering Degree, 5+ years of experience, and expertise in civil/structural engineering. A competitive salary and a hybrid working model are offered, supporting a transition to a net-zero energy future.

Benefits

Generous parental leave entitlements

Well-being programmes

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant civil and/or structural engineering experience.
• Chartered status or working towards it in a recognized professional institution.
• Experience in utility or linear infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil or structural design from feasibility through detailed design.
• Co-ordinate with internal and external stakeholders to progress projects.
• Mentor and support junior staff development.

Skills

Civil or Structural Engineering expertise

Project management skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

Level 8 Engineering Degree or equivalent

Job description

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Senior Professional Engineer, Civil / Structural

Vacancy Number: 27648

Category: Engineering - Civil / Structural

Job Type: Full-time

Join our dedicated group where we are responsible for the design delivery, and support of high-voltage overhead line and underground cable projects—up to 400 kV—for ESB Networks, EirGrid, and other key clients. Our work directly strengthens Ireland’s electricity infrastructure and directly supports ESB’s Net Zero 2040 strategy, enabling a more resilient and sustainable energy future.

The Senior Civil or Structural Engineer will play a key role in the delivery of engineering projects for ESB. This role involves close collaboration with design teams, ESB partners, and Contractors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead civil or structural design from feasibility through detailed design for infrastructure projects
• Manage engineering works packages: scope definition, procurement, technical assessment and commercial oversight
• Conduct due diligence of internal and external designs to ensure compliance with relevant specifications
• Develop and maintain design risk assessments for all engineering deliverables
• Mentor and support junior staff development, cultivate technical capability across the group
• Co-ordinate with internal and external stakeholders to progress projects through all lifecycle stages and governance gates – from concept stage through to construction

Experience and Qualificationsb>

• Level 8 Engineering Degree or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of relevant civil and / or structural engineering experience
• High level of specialist expertise and strong technical capability in civil or structural engineering
• Proven ability to manage significant projects or key aspects of projects
• Strong commercial and project management skills
• Strong safety awareness and communication skills
• Valid driver's license for ROI, access to a car, and flexibility to travel nationwide
• Chartered status or working towards it in a recognized professional institution
• Experience in utility or linear infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with FIDIC Conditions of Contract or similar
• Experience in performing the role of designer and / or PSDP on projects

Location

This position will be based in ESB E&MP’s Offices in Dublin o r Eastgate Cork .

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least two anchor days per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

Reporting To

Team Leader of HV Linear Assets Delivery

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition tonet zero future.
• Progressive, hybrid working model.
• Career developmentthrough mentoring andtraining
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Access to staff well-being programmes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

€57,000 to €68,000 per annum

Closing Date

22nd December 2025

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.