Posted: 18 June
The role
At Jacobs, we are focused on reinventing tomorrow by solving critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, and cutting‑edge manufacturing.
Your impact
As Power Engineering Lead you will work across Light Rail Transit (LRT) and Metro programmes, setting the technical direction and providing strategic oversight for complex, high‑value rail projects. You’ll shape solutions, guide multidisciplinary teams, and ensure delivery of safe, resilient, high‑performing traction power systems.
Overview
Reporting to the Head of Electrical & Power, you’ll lead the delivery of traction power systems across LRT and Metro programmes, with a focus on substation asset renewal and upgrade initiatives. You’ll support Jacobs’ rail ambitions globally, contributing expertise to major international opportunities and sharing best practice across regions. The role offers hybrid working from our Dublin, Cork or Belfast offices, with occasional travel.
Key Deliverables
Lead as the Traction Power Systems Lead across LRT and Metro programmes, providing strategic technical direction and oversight.
Develop comprehensive works requirements for substation asset renewal and upgrade initiatives, ensuring alignment with operational and performance objectives.
Produce tender documentation and lead technical design reviews, overseeing planning, installation, testing and commissioning of long‑term asset renewal programmes.
Ensure all internal teams, contractors and specialist personnel operate to the highest technical standards.
Lead traction power system design activities, delivering solutions that are cost effective, programme‑compliant, safe and environmentally responsible.
Qualifications
A recognised industry expert in traction power systems within Light Rail and Metro environments, with deep technical authority and proven delivery experience.
Driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to achieving exceptional technical standards.
Consistently delivers high-quality outcomes with a strong focus on customer needs and expectations.
Demonstrates adaptability in dynamic and evolving situations, responding with confidence and clarity.
Possesses a strategic mindset, able to see the bigger picture and shape long-term direction.
Resilient under pressure, maintaining composure and performance in challenging conditions.
Benefits
The role offers hybrid working, flexible arrangements, and access to well‑being benefits and a global giving and volunteering programme. Safety, flexibility and a supportive culture are key priorities.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Jacobs is a disability confident employer and welcomes applications from candidates seeking flexible working or who may not meet all listed requirements. We are committed to building inclusive communities and embracing diverse perspectives.
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