Tralee or Cork
Engineering
Permanent
Undisclosed
Job Consultant
Dani McPadden
Engineering Recruitment Consultant
Electrical Engineer
Fortis Recruitment is excited to collaborate with a prominent utility infrastructure consultancy and construction company, operating extensively within the utilities sector in Ireland and the UK. We are currently looking for an Electrical Engineer.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Key tasks include, but are not limited to the following:
- Electrical design – Overhead line design, underground cable design, cable rating studies etc.
- Feasibility studies for grid connection options on renewable energy projects (Solar, Battery, Wind and others)
- On-site investigations, route selection and site surveys
- Preparation of material specifications & BOQ
- Design report compilation
- Detailed design drawing preparation
- Development of design processes
- Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team on the design of transmission and distribution networks
- Activities ranging from investigation and feasibility studies to design and specification, through to project management and technical support to other operational areas within the organisation
- On-site quality auditing during build phase
Skills & Qualifications:
- Minimum Degree qualified - Electrical Engineering (NFQ Level 8)
- 4+ years of relevant industry experience would be an advantage
- An interest in developing a career in the Power Engineering Sector
- Strong technical and design ability essential
- Strong IT skills required. Knowledge of AutoCAD would be an advantage, but training will be provided where necessary
- Excellent team worker with effective communication and interpersonal skills
- A flexible approach to work & full drivers’ licence will be required
- Aptitude for formal report writing and professional presentation of work essential
- Ability to prioritise tasks, work on multiple assignments
- Ability to work on own initiative and meet deadlines
Please contact Dani McPadden dani@fortis.ie to discuss this opportunity or apply with your latest CV using the link provided.
Your Consultant for this job
Dani McPadden
Engineering Recruitment Consultant