Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Senior Electrical Engineer - Substation Design (Ireland)
Design HV substations, produce specs, act as Owner's Engineer, support renewable projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Design primary plant layouts and schematics for high‑voltage substations. • Produce equipment specifications for HV plant and associated components. • Provide engineering design input to major infrastructure and renewable energy projects. • Prepare technical specifications and comprehensive documentation. • Act as Owner’s Engineer on HV substation, cable, and overhead line projects. • Coordinate multi‑disciplinary engineering teams and conduct site visits/inspections. • Write technical reports and manage multiple projects flexibly.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸design layouts
- ▸equipment specs
- ▸owner engineer
- ▸team coordination
- ▸site visits
- ▸project management
What You Bring
Candidates should hold a degree in Electrical Engineering and have experience in high‑voltage design projects, preferably with major utilities or developers. The role requires the ability to develop detailed specifications for substation equipment, produce technical documentation, and write comprehensive reports while managing multiple projects. A full driving licence, personal vehicle, and fluency in English are also required. • Hold a degree in Electrical Engineering with experience in HV design projects. • Demonstrate capability to develop detailed designs for control systems, transformers, GIS, and AIS switchgear. • Possess a full driving licence and access to a personal vehicle for site work. • Prefer candidates with multi‑disciplinary project experience, chartered status, or consultancy background.
Requirements
- ▸electrical engineering
- ▸hv design
- ▸control systems
- ▸chartered
- ▸driving licence
- ▸english
Benefits
AECOM provides a flexible hybrid working model that supports work‑life balance, along with a suite of core and personalised benefits designed for employee well‑being. Employees can access career development programmes such as AECOM University, technical practice networks, volunteering days, and industry‑leading technology. The company’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion creates an environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. Employees enjoy a hybrid work environment that allows flexibility between office, remote, and client‑site locations, fostering a dynamic and innovative workplace. AECOM’s culture champions integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a pioneering mindset, encouraging staff to drive transformational outcomes for clients. AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Disability Confident Employer, offering interview accommodations and a dedicated interview scheme for applicants with disabilities who meet the essential criteria. The company is committed to supporting the growth and success of all its employees. • Benefit from a flexible hybrid working model and career development programmes such as AECOM University. • Access core and personalised employee benefits, volunteering days, and industry‑leading technology. • Work in an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and neurodiversity.
Work Environment
Hybrid