Job Title: Energy Engineer
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: Guide €42k to €54K DOE | Plus Work Phone and Laptop | Business Expenses | Company pension with employer contribution
CPD: CPD support provided to successful candidate to assist Career growth
Location: The beautiful grounds of St Kieran's College in the vibrant city of Kilkenny. Working from home, at agreed times will be considered Regular travel to sites within the region will be required
Contract Type: 2-year Fixed contract with 2-year extension option subject to performance.
Working Hours: Full time – Mon to Friday. 37.5hr/ week standard contract. 24 days annual leave.
Person Specification
The successful Candidate will be a well-rounded, team player, with the ability to collaborate and support Team Leads across the agency. The passion and drive to make a contribution to quality energy upgrades in the South East and possess the ability to influence others to do the same. Has the ability to articulate the Agency's vision in a clear and transparent way and will develop strong relationships and build rapport with stakeholders, partners and team members.
What you will be doing
SEEA is working with various stakeholders in the domestic, public, private & community sectors to provide independent brokering, technical support and advice.
An Energy Engineers role is to assist with the delivery of contracts in areas including energy management, energy auditing, grant coordination and project management of energy efficiency and renewable projects in domestic and non-domestic sectors. This role involves working across all internal teams and with external stakeholders to ensure transfer of knowledge of national policy, programmes and grants to maximise the delivery of climate actions, to reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency, and enhance the comfort and sustainability of citizens across the Region.
* Performing energy engineering evaluations, performing proficient energy analysis using appropriate analytical tools
* Implementing, monitoring and analysing energy savings of projects using IPMVP in measurement and verification (M&V)
* Completing Energy Efficient Design (EED) reviews.
* ISO50001 Energy Management supports to public sector partners
* Energy Auditing
* NDBER's
* Data and Bill analysis
* Energy Awareness
* Delivering a variety of energy and sustainability engineering design solutions
* Liaising with clients, design teams and architects on strategic project delivery
* Preparation of Procurement documents and specifications, and evaluation of tender submission for energy projects, using the SEEA Dynamic Purchase System framework
* Grant coordination and support across all sectors (Public, Private, Community, Domestic)
Reporting and Documentation
* Report directly to the Section Lead, and regularly update on all operational aspects of the assigned projects, including progress of deliverables, resources, budgets, and risks
* Ensure the timely submission of technical reports to the Client
* Regularly update the Team Lead on all engagement aspects of projects, including progress, deliverables, and resources
* Maintain contact databases, meeting notes and action trackers
Stakeholder Engagement
* Liaise with internal and external stakeholders across all sectors relevant to SEEA's work
* Liaising with clients, design teams and architects on strategic project delivery
* Collaborate with the SEEA Support Office, Communications and Marketing Team, and Technical Team.
* Foster and maintain team spirit within the Organisation
* Attend SEEA project-related events when requested, and provide support as needed
* Collaborate with the SEEA Support Office, Communications and Marketing Team, and Technical Team
* Foster and maintain team spirit within the Agency
* Support social media efforts related to Communities Programme activity
* Coordinate and log responses to community inquiries, escalating technical queries as needed
* Maintain lists of grants and funding available to Communities
Quality and Compliance
* Adhere to the company's Quality Management System requirements, including performing work according to process documents, procedures, and maintaining necessary records
* Understand and apply quality and environmental policy statements in all aspects of work
* Ensure that the needs and requirements of the company's customers are understood and delivered
* Enhance the company's internal processes and management system by reporting corrective actions, updates, and improvement ideas
* Continuous improvement on advancements in retrofit materials, methods, and regulations.
Additional Responsibilities
* Perform additional duties as assigned by the COO/Leadership Team, depending on the organisation's workload
* Contribute to achieving the company's objectives
The Ideal Candidate
Each Candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the position have:
* 2H1 Graduate (Level 8) Degree in Energy Engineering or related discipline (Mech, Elec, Civil, Arch, Build Services, Environment etc.)
* Have clear understanding and knowledge of National carbon emission requirements, public sector targets & obligations in relation to energy & carbon reduction
* Minimum 3 years' experience in at least two of the following sustainable energy disciplines:
o Public Sector Energy Management Services (Energy MAP &/or ISO50001)
o Energy Auditing – public sector buildings
o Bill Analysis & Financial modelling (Cost benefit analysis)
o Building fabric and M&E retrofit management
o Technical Specification
* Excellent interpersonal & Client communications skills.
* Strong IT and analytical skills.
* Self-starter and self-motivated.
* Valid Full Drivers Licence
Desirable Experience / Qualifications
* Level 9 Masters/PhD in energy related area.
* Chartered Engineer
* Registered Energy Auditor
* Registered DEC Assessor
* NDBER Assessor
* Certified Energy Manager
* Certified Measurement & Verification Professional
* Keen understanding of the public and SME sector
* Experience in procurement and project management
* Experience in Microsoft Project
* Experience in AutoCAD/ REVIT/ Retscreen or other similar Energy analysis tools
* Experience in energy efficient design of buildings or building services.
How to Apply?
Please complete the Application Form available on and return to Joanne Brennan at with a subject line 'Energy Engineer" telling us more about yourself, your experience/ambitions. Please also indicate your earliest available starting date.
NOTE. If you do not wish that we contact current or past employers, please state so and explain the reasons in your letter of motivation. All applications will be treated confidentially and respecting the privacy of the candidate. Applications that do not meet the deadline will be excluded.
South East Energy Agency is an equal opportunities employer. *Note: your CV may be attached but will not substitute for a completed South East Energy Agency Application Form. A panel of successful candidates will be created and as vacancies arise, they will be filled from the panel of suitably qualified candidates. Placement on a panel is not a guarantee of appointment to a position.
31/10/2025
Job Type: Fixed term
Contract length: 24 months
Pay: €42,000.00-€54,000.00 per year
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person