Electrical and Instrumentation Design Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Electrical and Instrumentation Design Engineer to take on a key role in the design, development, and delivery of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for treatment plants and associated infrastructure.
About the Role
This is a challenging opportunity to work with leading organisations in the pharma, food, medtech, and mission-critical sectors. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for treatment plants and associated infrastructure based in Co. Kilkenny.
Responsibilities
* Design electrical and instrumentation systems for water and wastewater treatment plants
* Design MCC panels, including specifications, layout drawings, and schematics
* Select, specify, and integrate instrumentation for process monitoring and control
* Design building services, including fire alarm systems, intruder alarm systems, general lighting & emergency lighting systems, and small power installations
* Design automation systems, including hardware selection and system architecture development
* Develop electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, control wiring diagrams, and general arrangement drawings
* Prepare technical documentation, including specifications, calculations, and control philosophies
Requirements
* Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline
* Minimum 5 years of relevant design experience, preferably within the water and wastewater industry
* Strong knowledge of MCC panel design and instrumentation specification
* Proven experience in building services design, including fire, intruder alarm, lighting, and small power systems
* Familiarity with automation system design and hardware selection (e.g., PLCs, SCADA, remote I/O systems)
* Good understanding of process operations and ability to develop control philosophies
* Experience with Irish Water standards, WIMES, and IEC standards (preferable)
* Proficiency in electrical design tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or equivalent)
* Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
What We Offer
You will be working as part of a team of 3,700+ people across the globe. Our organisation is committed to innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.