Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer- Hybrid
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Junior Electrical Design Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, development, and delivery of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for treatment plants and associated infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
* Design and develop electrical and instrumentation systems for water and wastewater treatment plants.
* Lead the design of MCC panels, including specifications, layout drawings, and schematics.
* Specify, select, 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.
* Develop electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, control wiring diagrams, and general arrangement drawings.
* Collaborate with process engineers to develop plant control philosophies and ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
* Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and project meetings.
* Support construction, commissioning, and handover phases as required.
* Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
Requirements:
* Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
* Minimum 2 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., Auto CAD Electrical, EPLAN, or equivalent).
* Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
* Full clean driving license and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
What We Offer:
We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes career growth. Our company is committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process.
As an employee-owned company, we prioritize corporate responsibility and sustainability, aiming to build a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents, and ideas.
Join us in shaping the future of electrical design and engineering!
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