Project Development Senior Engineer

Vacancy Number:

28741

Category:

Engineering - Other

Job Type:

Full-time

We are looking for a Project Development Senior Engineer with at least 5 years’ experience providing leadership and technical guidance in all aspects of HV substation design services.

In support of ESB’s strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity, building resilient infrastructure and empowering clients, you will focus on providing substation design services for the development phase of high voltage substation transmission and distribution projects.

Key Responsibilities

The role will also include some/all the following work:

Owning the project deliverables during the Project Development phase, in particular business case success measures including time, cost, scope & quality whilst acting as the PSDP for this phase of the project.

Developing the Project Brief as set out by Network Assets and/or EirGrid into a viable Project Management Plan ready to transition from Project Development to Project Delivery stage.

Delivering for approval the Conceptual Physical Designs, Scope of Works, Project Costs and Project Management Plans to agreed target timelines.

For Engineer, Procure & Contract (EPC) and Design and Build (D&B) projects, aid the development of all relevant documents, in conjunction with the Project Delivery team and support the procurement process for the project.

Manage the overall project deliverables and coordinate inputs with the relevant stakeholders at project development stage.

Provide leadership and technical guidance to Project Development team members in all aspects of the project conception

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

A minimum of five years’ experience in substation design.

A good understanding of all elements of substation planning, design, costing, construction and commissioning.

A strong work ethic with a clear focus on delivery to EMPs safety, time, quality and cost objectives.

Effective commercial and project management capability.

The demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Excellent communication and report writing skills.

A proven track record of success contributing to the training and development of technical professionals.

A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to meet agreed KPIs.

Desirable

Full drivers' licence and relevant competencies to visit ESBN substations and sites on their own.

Qualifications

Essential

Third level qualification or appropriate experience

Desirable

It is preferred that the candidate has achieved the following:

PSDP Competency or CDMC equivalent

Site Working Competencies

Location

The position is based in Engineering and Major Projects Offices in the Sidings, Dublin 2, or Eastgate, Cork but the role may require a certain amount of travel within Ireland.

Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration at least two days per week . All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.

Reporting to

The Project Development Senior Engineer will report to a Technical Programme Manager within Networks Projects Development.

Why Work with Us?

Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future

Career development through mentoring and training

Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities

Sports and Social Clubs

Networking opportunities

Credit Union

Generous Pension

Access to staff well-being programmes

Generous parental leave entitlements

Strong values-based and inclusive culture

Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Salary

€59,000 - €70,000 Per annum

Closing Date

22nd July 2026

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:

Accountable and Ethical

Collaborative

Growing and Adaptive

Proactive

Respectful and Supportive

More information available on Our People Promise

Notes

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland / UK prior to commencement of employment.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.