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Engineering Recruitment across Pharma/Med Device/Data Centres & Construction
Lead Electrical Engineer – Cork
Lead Group Ireland are currently seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer with strong design experience for an engineering company based in Cork.
This is a leadership role supporting complex engineering projects within pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing environments, providing technical direction, mentoring junior engineers, and driving high-quality electrical design from concept to completion.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage electrical engineering projects from concept through detailed design, installation, and commissioning, ensuring compliance with all industry regulations and standards.
Provide technical leadership to the electrical engineering team, supporting skill development, reviewing design output, and ensuring engineering excellence.
Design and oversee electrical systems for pharmaceutical and medical device facilities, including power distribution, control systems and automation.
Ensure all designs meet regulatory and safety standards such as ATEX, IEC, ISO *****, IS*****, and GMP requirements.
Work directly with clients to understand technical requirements, present solutions, and provide expert engineering guidance.
Prepare and review detailed engineering reports, drawings, calculations, and support validation documentation (URS, DQ, FAT, SAT, etc.).
Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for electrical systems in line with industry best practice.
Collaborate with mechanical, automation, and process engineering teams to deliver integrated, multidisciplinary solutions.
Support supplier evaluation, review specifications, and oversee contractor performance throughout project delivery.
Stay updated on emerging electrical technologies, regulatory changes, and developments relevant to the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors.
Requirements
Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
10+ years of experience
in electrical engineering, with significant exposure to
pharmaceutical
or
medical device
environments.
Proven people leadership experience
, including mentoring engineers, reviewing work, and leading project teams.
Strong understanding of GMP, IEC, ATEX, ISO *****, NEC, and other relevant electrical and safety standards.
Excellent knowledge of
IS*****
standards.
Experience with power distribution, PLCs, SCADA, BMS, EMS, and automation systems in regulated industries.
Proficiency with electrical design tools such as
AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, EPLAN
, or similar.
Strong problem-solving abilities and experience resolving complex electrical issues.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic project environment with evolving requirements.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Management
Industries
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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