Electrical Substation Design Team Lead

Electrical Substation Design Team Lead Location

Dublin / Any of the offices Nationwide (Hybrid Option)

Salary

€90k-€100k DOE + benefits (22 days leave, health insurance discount, death in service)

Role

• Lead and mentor a team of substation design engineers, ensuring high-quality deliverables
• Oversee equipment design (generators, UPS, switchgear, transformers, earthing systems)
• Review and approve drawings (AutoCAD, MicroStation, EPLAN) and schematics
• Guide development of control/protection schematics, wiring schedules, and material specs
• Ensure electrical plant drawings and single-line diagrams meet project standards
• Coordinate mechanical and electrical services design across projects
• Ensure team compliance with IEC, EU standards, and building codes
• Define project scopes, allocate resources, and manage technical queries during construction
• Oversee as built documentation and pre commissioning processes
• Conduct site visits, support field engineers, and oversee system audits/evaluations
• Act as PSDP representative, ensuring design risk assessments and H&S plans are completed
• Manage multiple projects across regions, ensuring timely delivery within budget
• Foster collaboration, drive process improvements, and support team development

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (NFQ Level 8)
• 4+ years' relevant experience, with leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong technical/design expertise; AutoCAD knowledge a plus (training provided)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to manage teams, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Flexible, proactive, and strategic thinker with strong report writing skills
• Full driver's license required