Electrical Design Engineer

I am recruiting for an Electrical Design Engineer to work for a multidisciplinary contractor in Galway. The role bridges design engineering and site execution, ensuring electrical systems are safe, compliant, efficient, and fully operational from concept through final handover.

If you are an Electrical Design Engineer who is looking for your next career move, send your CV to Kate O’Herlihy or call 086 825 5161 for a confidential discussion.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer electrical systems from concept through handover
• Produce electrical drawings, calculations, and technical specifications
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical standards and regulations
• Provide technical support to site teams during installation and commissioning
• Oversee and verify electrical installation works on site
• Plan and support testing and commissioning of electrical systems
• Troubleshoot electrical and commissioning issues during project execution
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams
• Support system energisation, performance verification, and handover

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline or Qualified Electrician with relevant field experience
• 2–5 years’ experience in electrical design, installation support and commissioning
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, standards, and best practices
• Experience working on industrial, commercial, or infrastructure projects
• Practical understanding of commissioning procedures and site activities
• Ability to read, interpret, and produce electrical drawings and specifications
• Experience with HV and LV electrical systems
• Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, or automation systems is an advantage

Benefits

• Salary of €60,000 - €80,000 DOE.
• Company vehicle
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging and high-profile projects
• Career development within a multidisciplinary engineering environment

If you are an Electrical Design Engineer who is looking for your next career move, send your CV to Kate O’Herlihy or call 086 825 5161 for a confidential discussion. All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence. We also have many other roles available within the Engineering and Construction sector across Ireland and Europe.