Job Title: Grid Engineer
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading renewable energy organisation as a high-calibre engineer. You will be responsible for providing professional, cost-effective electrical engineering expertise across the renewable energy business unit, with a focus on transmission system connections in Ireland.
* Provide professional, cost-effective electrical engineering expertise across the renewable energy business unit, with a focus on transmission system connections in Ireland.
* Lead the delivery of grid-related projects, managing interactions with System Operators, contractors, and key stakeholders to ensure works are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with statutory safety regulations.
* Coordinate grid energisations, construction-related grid works, and grid code compliance testing for renewable projects.
* Manage engineering and optioneering processes to determine the most commercially viable grid connection solutions, including technical analysis of power flows, capacity, constraints, and curtailment.
* Monitor and apply updates to the Grid Code, System Operator requirements, and connection policies to ensure smooth project delivery through to operational certification.
* Oversee technical projects through all stages of the lifecycle, from tender preparation and contract management to construction oversight and commissioning.
* Review and validate third-party electrical designs for HV substations, underground cables, and overhead line infrastructure.
* Manage project risks, monitor progress against plans, and implement corrective actions where necessary to maintain cost-effective delivery.
* Ensure all works are compliant with Health & Safety legislation, with safety considerations embedded in design, construction, testing, and operation.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications:
* Honours degree (Level 8) in Electrical Engineering.
* Minimum of 2 years' industry experience working on transmission-level grid connections in Ireland.
* Proven background in the design, planning, and specification of transmission-scale electrical installations.
* Hands-on experience in early-stage development and optioneering of grid connection solutions for renewable projects.
* Strong technical expertise in HV electrical design and consenting for 110kV, 220kV, and 400kV infrastructure.
* Skilled in reviewing and validating external designs, with an understanding of associated project, contract, and financial management processes.
* Proficiency in AutoCAD, with knowledge of EPLAN, PSSE, and DIgSILENT considered an advantage.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and technical reporting skills.
* Full, clean Irish or EU driving licence.