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Spencer Ogden is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to support a major 5-Year Maintenance Overhaul at a large hydroelectric pumped storage facility in Co.
Wicklow.
About the Role
The Lead Electrical Engineer will be embedded within the client's project team and will oversee electrical engineering activities, contractor management, and quality assurance across the overhaul programme.
Responsibilities
Ensure all works comply with statutory safety, health, and environmental regulations.
Conduct regular safety, environmental, and quality audits.
Support the development and implementation of Inspection & Test Plans for electrical works.
Maintain quality processes according to the project Quality Plan.
Manage the main EPC electrical contract and additional electrical work scopes as assigned.
Act as the day-to-day technical and supervisory contact for contractors.
Review Inspection & Test Plan documentation and contractor deliverables.
Use contractor management processes to oversee progress, hold meetings (kick-off, progress, close-out), and track performance.
Liaise with the client's engineering specialists to ensure works comply with project protocols and technical requirements.
Attend factory acceptance tests (FATs), workshops, and site inspections as required.
Support testing, commissioning, and inspection activities for electrical systems.
Develop technical specifications for mechanical plant and equipment where needed.
Ensure engineering drawings and procedures for mechanical plant modifications are updated.
Produce close-out reports for assigned mechanical scopes.
Provide schedule progress reporting and attend project meetings.
Support contract cost control activities.
Coordinate daily work requirements with the principal contractor.
Collaborate closely with on-site operations and maintenance teams.
Qualifications
Strong experience in planning and delivering major power station overhauls, including logistics, procurement, specification development, and contractor management.
Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in the power generation industry.
Experience with electrical plant such as generators, transformers, and HV/MV/LV switchgear.
Excellent communication, technical reporting, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Solid knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
Required Skills
Level 8 qualification (or equivalent) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
Preferred Skills
Contractors must comply with all site-specific Health & Safety rules and instructions.
Required PPE (contractor provided):
Gloves and eye protection
PPE provided on-site (unbranded): Hard hat, Ear defenders
Mandatory certifications:
Valid Safe Pass
Manual Handling training
Pay range and compensation package
Travel or accommodation costs for attendance at the Turlough Hill site will not be reimbursed.
Business travel expenses outside the normal work location may be reimbursed with prior approval.
All claims must be submitted through the contractor's agency.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Spencer Ogden is committed to diversity and inclusivity.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Industries
Renewable Energy
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Location & Salary
Greystones, County Wicklow, Ireland
€35,******-€35,******
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