Hybrid Senior Electrical Engineer

at GP JOULE

• Job title: Senior Electrical Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Leixlip, Ireland

About the role

• Senior Electrical Engineer leading the electrical team in renewable energy projects. Designing and delivering utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects while ensuring compliance with standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead our electrical team in Ireland.
• Design, technical review, and delivery of utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
• Responsible for all electrical and grid-related aspects for our projects.
• Principal point of contact for interfaces with the system operator and electrical subcontractors.
• Prepare and review electrical designs for Solar PV and BESS projects, including single-line diagrams, cable sizing, covering all aspects of AC, DC & High & Low voltage equipment and control and protection systems.
• Conduct technical reviews and inspections to ensure compliance with Irish grid codes, electrical standards, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate closely with electrical and grid teams in Germany, to undertake testing, pre-commissioning, and commissioning of Solar and BESS assets in Ireland.
• Mentor electrical and graduate Engineers and manage the commissioning and testing activities at construction stage to ensure successful project execution.

Requirements

• A third level degree in Electrical Engineering
• 4+ years’ experience working as an Electrical Project Engineer in the HV Energy / Renewable Energy Sector
• Experience in utility grid contestable design and delivery in Ireland is highly valued.
• Possessing in-depth knowledge of HV/MV/LV systems, and processes involved in achieving a grid connection.
• Experience with Solar PV and/or BESS projects is desirable.
• Proficient in producing and interpreting design drawings and documents, including single line diagrams, key line diagrams, block cable diagrams, calculations for equipment sizing and fault ratings, load schedules, specifications, and reports.
• Experience in the design and construction of HV/MV substations is desirable.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills, supported by a flexible and structured approach, suited to contributing within a dynamic start-up environment.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours with hybrid working model.
• Company Car
• Working in a new subsidiary with a start-up environment, flat hierarchies, and direct collaboration with the Country Manager
• Competitive salary, an annual performance-based bonus and 35 annual leave days including public holidays and half-day Fridays based on company needs
• Membership of company health insurance scheme and immediate membership of company pension scheme
• Career development opportunities within GP Joule Group
• Professional development support, including courses and certifications
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture through team events an social activities