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ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy.
Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.
With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives.
This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives.
ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.
Join our dedicated team where we provide specialist engineering services in the design of high voltage transmission and distribution underground cable systems.
The Generation Cables group within the HV Cables Department is responsible for the design and project management of high voltage underground cable and submarine cable projects for ESB Asset Development and other clients including cables for the development of offshore wind projects in the Irish and UK markets.
The Generation Cables section provide both conceptual and detailed engineering and route design services, design safety management, project programming, due diligence reporting, design reviews and commercial management.
The role of the EMP Generation Cables Senior Professional Engineer is to manage major underground and submarine cable projects and deliverables to a quality standard on time and to budget.
This includes preparation of detailed scope of works, costs, fees and programmes, materials management, stakeholder management, design review, cable rating studies, tender evaluations, site inspection/supervision procurement of materials and engagement in the training and development of staff.
The candidate would ideally be competent in the role PSDP.
We are looking for a Senior Cables Engineer to join us on our journey to a Brighter Future.
Key Responsibilities Work as part of a wider team to undertake in-depth design and delivery of high voltage underground cable circuits and material management for HV underground and submarine cables from 38 kV to 400 kV.
This will include preparation of specifications, detailed design, design reviews, cable rating reports, tender document preparation and evaluation, design and management of technical requirements for procurement of new materials, and site inspection/supervision.Coordinating the various design disciplines where necessary ensuring the project programmes are developed and updated and that the design costs are managed and controlled.Perform the role of PSDP focusing on project safety and coordination with all designers across various transmission technologies.Ensure that standard designs are implemented to meet requirements for project quality and where improvements or innovations in design standards are identified that they are captured and communicated appropriately.Provide specialist technical support, where required, to other ESB stakeholders and provide technical guidance to team members in all aspects of the design, construction, test and inspection in a training and mentoring role.Experience and Qualifications A minimum of five years' experience in project delivery preferably on transmission energy projects.Either a Level 8 qualification in an appropriate engineering discipline (electrical, electronic, mechanical, civil) or equivalent work experience is essential.A strong understanding of all elements of HV cable system design, specification and tender preparation/evaluation, standards, construction, and commissioning.A full understanding of the route design process associated with linear underground infrastructure projects including associated consenting process.A strong work ethic with a clear focus on delivery to ESB E&MP's safety, time, quality, and cost objectives.Strong commercial, project management and design review capability.The demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Hold a full driving licence.Chartered Engineer StatusExperience in performing the role of PSDP (Project Supervisor, Design Process)Experience designing high voltage underground cable projects.Location This role is based in either E&MP Dublin/ Cork offices but travel to project locations as required is a key requirement of the role.
ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working.
The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week.
All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.
Reporting to Reporting to the Generation Cables Team Leader, Transmission & Distribution Delivery.
Why ESB? Opportunity to lead and operate on the frontline of Ireland's transition to net zero futureEmbracing & facilitating a Smart Working Future / Hybrid WorkingCareer development through mentoring and trainingCorporate Social Responsibility OpportunitiesActive Social & Sports ClubsNetworking opportunitiesCredit UnionGenerous Pension ContributionsAccess to Staff Well Being programmesGenerous parents leave entitlementsGreat team environment working to our Core Values – Courageous, Caring, Driven and TrustedESB has a comprehensive Diversity and Inclusion ProgrammeSalary
€57,000 to €68,000 per annum
Closing Date
22nd January 2025
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Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.
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