Role Overview
Davenham Switchgear Ltd, a Legrand group company are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer (Switchgear) to join our industry-leading Electrical Engineering team based in Clondalkin, Dublin22.
This is a fully onsite role, where you will collaborate with stakeholders to design and manage electrical switchgear assemblies. The successful candidate will have prior experience in the design of low-voltage switchgear products and should be proficient in AutoCAD. Experience with other design software is also an advantage.
You will manage various projects from inception to completion, overseeing the design process or providing technical expertise on specialised projects. This role involves managing multiple projects concurrently, ensuring seamless project delivery and maintaining our high client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
* Design: Participate in all aspects of the electrical design process for switchgear control units, from concept to completion.
* Develop: schematic designs, wiring diagrams and layout drawings using CAD tools (e.g. AutoCAD, EPLAN) and ensure all designs meet company and national standards and safety regulations.
* Project Management: Oversee the entire project lifecycle as the point of contact, including scope management, design approval, and ensuring timely deliveries. Coordinate with production teams to manage scope changes, project milestones, and client expectations. Attend vendor meetings and manage outsourced services (e.g., 3D/BIM modelling).
* Team collaboration and client engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships, handling technical inquiries, project updates, and ensuring smooth handovers. Prepare for and lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), supporting clients with test documentation and guidance through the FAT process.
* Documentation and Compliance: Manage and submit all necessary documentation throughout the project, including as-built drawings, test certificates, warranty information, and final handover documents (H2C). Ensure proper handover documentation and O+M Manuals are uploaded to client systems on completion of each phase/project.
Requirements
* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
* Minimum 2 - 4 years of post-graduate experience, ideally in LV switchgear design
* Experience in producing drawings, calculations, and technical specifications
* Familiarity with engineering design programs and computer-aided drafting (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.)
* Strong knowledge of engineering principles and industry standards
* Effective time management skills to meet tight project deadlines
* Certification in Project Management is an added advantage
Personal Qualities
* A critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently
* Strong communicator, capable of working in a collaborative team environment
* Demonstrates initiative and a drive for achieving excellent results
Key Skills
* AutoCAD (essential) or similar (e.g., SolidWorks)
* MS Office Suite
* Procore (experience is beneficial but not essential)
* Strong proficiency in computer systems and effective file management
This is a critical role offering growth and career development and you'll work closely with a small team. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €60,000.00-€70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Employee assistance program
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
* Have you worked with Switchgear before?
Licence/Certification:
* degree in an engineering related discipline (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person