Senior Electrical Engineer – Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Base pay range
Direct message the job poster from Atrium (EMEA)
Onsite requirements: Hybrid – approx.
50% onsite over a two-week period
Engagement Type: Permanent (contract or contract-to-perm option also available)
Benefits: €30,000 bonus package, full benefits + LTI (permanent option)
Salary: Up to €100,000 per annum Do E
Hourly Rate: €75 per hour (contracting option) - This is a contract to permanent option
Legal Right to Work: All applicants must have the legal right to work in Ireland.
No sponsorship is available.
Atrium Global is partnering with a leading organisation in the biopharmaceutical sector to hire a Senior Manager – Site Electrical SME for a large biologics manufacturing campus in Dublin 15.
This is a senior technical leadership role where you will oversee all electrical systems, special systems, life safety and security systems across GMP and non-GMP facilities.
This position offers the chance to lead electrical design governance, drive engineering excellence and play a major role in delivering complex capital projects across a world‑class manufacturing site.
Job Overview
You will act as the site's primary Electrical Subject Matter Expert, responsible for design review, engineering compliance, construction support and commissioning oversight.
Working with engineering, construction, project management and CQV teams, you will ensure the safe, compliant and reliable delivery of electrical systems across the entire site.
Responsibilities
Serve as the key electrical discipline lead and main point of contact for the project team
Provide SME oversight for electrical, special systems, life safety and security systems
Review and approve electrical drawings, datasheets, specifications and technical documentation
Ensure all electrical work complies with regulatory, quality, EHS and engineering standards
Act as system owner for electrical systems across GMP and non-GMP areas
Participate in design reviews, 3 D model reviews, HAZOPs, FATs, SATs and construction walkdowns
Review vendor packages and technical submissions for electrical and special systems
Guide A&E partners and contractors to ensure design compliance and execution quality
Lead electrical SWAT activities, commissioning readiness and punch list closure
Oversee TTOPs, VTOPs and support CQV documentation to full closure
Support drawing management and handover processes
Lead development and review of electrical bid packages and construction scopes
Maintain Basis of Design intent throughout project execution
Manage electrical‑related budgets, schedules and engineering milestones
Approve commissioning protocols and support electrical troubleshooting during startup
Provide technical guidance for maintenance strategies and lifecycle planning
Liaise with cross‑functional groups to ensure full alignment across engineering, construction and operations
Support schedule development, acceleration strategies and risk mitigation
Ensure correct inspection, storage, installation protection and construction quality for electrical systems
Participate in inspections, first‑in‑place reviews, mechanical completion and punch list evaluation
Requirements
Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Qualified Electrician with strong industrial experience
Minimum 10 years' experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing (design, construction, commissioning, operations)
Extensive experience in MV/LV distribution, generators, UPS, lighting/emergency lighting, containment, voice/data, fire alarm, earthing/bonding, lightning protection, hazardous areas and life safety/security systems
Strong understanding of electrical engineering codes, standards and best practice
Experience delivering complex projects within operational GMP facilities
Proven SME capability in troubleshooting and supporting electrical systems in a regulated environment
Strong leadership, communication and cross‑functional coordination skills
Proficiency in MS Project, Auto CAD, Navisworks, SAP, Visio, BMS platforms and standard engineering tools
Experience coordinating electrical planning and scheduling across multiple buildings and facilities
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Biotechnology Research, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Manufacturing
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