Stations Designer

Position Description

The successful applicant will be appointed to the role of HV Sub-Station Designer.

They will provide services in areas of HV station design in a timely and cost-effective manner to facilitate delivery of capital and maintenance projects and programmes. In this role they will provide technical support during the construction and commissioning phases of projects and must be able to understand and communicate the methodology of station control systems, protection schemes, onsite construction safety implications, and in general have a detailed knowledge of station HV equipment and its operation.

Key Responsibilities

• The Planning, Scoping & Costing of projects in High voltage Substations Preparation of Preliminary health and safety documentation and Design risk assessments.
• Preparation of detailed Electrical designs, including Layouts, Schematics & Wiring schedules.
• Comply with safety legislation and act as a first point of contact on behalf of the PSDP for ESB Networks  
• Liaising and coordinating with designers in other disciplines, external contractors and design teams while maintaining commercial focus
• Experience with an Electrical Design CAE system such as E-Plan or AutoCAD Electrical
• Providing technical support throughout the HV substation lifecycle.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Essential

• A minimum of 3 years electrical experience or equivalent design work experience is essential.
• Proficiency and adaptability in a CAD/CAE Systems such as MicroStation, AutoCAD or Similar.
• Excellent Communication Skills
• General Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite 

Desirable

• A Track record in Implementing standards, policies, and quality systems to ensure optimum designs
• Knowledge of ESB HV network assets and High Voltage Sub-Stations
• Understands and applies relevant approved Quality Management systems and standards
• Project Management skills

Qualifications

• Advanced Level 6 Electrical Craft Certificate OR a suitable Level 7 or higher qualification in Electrical, Electrical Services, Electronics, Mechanical, building Services OR other suitable qualification with a sizeable electrical content

Location

We have positions available in the following locations:

• Donegal
• Sligo
• Galway
• Athlone
• Carlow
• Kilkenny
• Dublin 
• Dundalk
• Drogheda 
• Cavan

Reporting to
HV Stations Design Manager, Delivery Assurance, Network Customer & Project Delivery

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
• Progressive, hybrid working model
• 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 
€48,000 to €56,000 per annum