Job Description
Job Title: Electrical Engineering Design Lead - Power & Renewables Location: Dublin, Galway or Limerick, Ireland Are you ready to lead the future of Power and Renewable Engineering? We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Design Lead to join our team and help shape the delivery of high-profile projects across Ireland. If you are a driven professional with a blend of technical expertise and strategic vision, this is your chance to make a lasting impact on the Power and Renewables sector. About the Role As the Electrical Engineering Design Lead, you will play a key role in delivering major Power, Renewable, and Substation projects. Reporting to the P&R Engineering Design Manager, you will be responsible for managing all electrical design requirements and outputs, ensuring they meet the highest technical, quality, and safety standards. You will be a strategic leader, providing guidance and mentorship to the engineering team and collaborating closely with senior management and stakeholders to achieve project success. Key Responsibilities In this senior leadership position, you will: Drive Project Delivery: Manage the engineering scope for major projects, overseeing all electrical design outputs and ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables. Technical Authority: Serve as the technical expert for substation and grid connection requirements, providing strategic input and guidance to the business. Team Leadership & Mentoring: Lead and develop a team of talented engineers, promoting a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, representing the business at meetings and industry events. Detailed Design Oversight: Develop, optimise, and review detailed designs for complex electrical systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards. Champion of Safety & Compliance: Promote a positive safety culture and ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations at all stages of project delivery. What We're Looking For We are looking for a dynamic individual with: Proven experience in leading electrical design projects within the Power, Renewables, or Substation sectors. Strong technical expertise in substation layouts, grid connections, control & protection schemes, and equipment specifications. Exceptional leadership and mentoring skills, with a proven ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, capable of navigating complex project environments and building trust. A strategic mindset, with the ability to balance technical detail and business considerations effectively. Why Join Us? This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to take a leading role in shaping the future of sustainable power engineering. You'll be part of an organisation that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. We offer a competitive salary, continuous development opportunities, and the chance to work on projects that make a real difference in the energy landscape. Ready to make an impact? If you are a skilled leader with a passion for driving excellence in Power and Renewables, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a team that is powering a sustainable future! To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application below.