Electrical Design Engineer

Job description

Project Type: Data Centre Construction

Location: Dublin or Limerick

Package: 75,000 + benefits

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the design and coordination of high-voltage (HV) electrical systems and substations (110kV and above) for large-scale data centre and industrial projects.
• Develop and review detailed electrical designs, including single-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, earthing, and interconnection layouts.
• Perform system studies and calculations such as load flow, short-circuit analysis, protection coordination, and arc-flash studies.
• Prepare design documentation, technical specifications, and equipment schedules in accordance with project and regulatory requirements.
• Provide design input for HV substations, including transformer selection, switchgear, busbar systems, and protection relays.
• Coordinate with grid operators, utilities, and clients to define connection requirements and ensure full technical compliance with local grid codes.
• Support the development of primary and secondary substation designs, including control systems and SCADA integration.
• Collaborate with mechanical, civil, and low-voltage design teams to ensure full MEP and structural integration.
• Evaluate supplier and manufacturer technical submissions, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards.
• Contribute to risk assessments, method statements, and constructability reviews during design and pre-construction stages.
• Provide technical support during procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning phases.
• Mentor junior electrical engineers and contribute to the development of internal design standards and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in design quality, efficiency, and innovation within the electrical engineering function.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline.
• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in electrical design engineering, with a strong focus on high-voltage (110kV–400kV) substations and transmission infrastructure.
• Proven experience delivering HV design solutions for data centres, industrial, or utility-scale infrastructure projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of IEC, EN, and local grid codes, along with experience liaising with DNOs/TSOs.
• Strong understanding of primary and secondary substation systems, including switchgear, transformers, busbar arrangements, and control/protection systems.
• Proficiency in electrical design and analysis tools such as ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, or SKM Power Tools.
• Experience developing and reviewing SCADA, protection, and control schemes.
• Familiarity with Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit, or BIM-based workflows for substation integration is an advantage.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities, with experience working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive, analytical, and solution-oriented mindset, able to balance design quality, constructability, and commercial efficiency.
• Willingness to travel occasionally across Europe for site visits, client meetings, and technical workshops.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-02-2026

Profession type

Technical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English