Job Description

Are you looking for a new challenge?

Join our dedicated team in Networks Projects, we manage the delivery of major projects including design services and pre-capital allocation deliverables to the Networks business. Networks Projects supports Network Assets in the development of project scope and costs based on Technical Approvals (TAs) or Committed Project Parameters (CPPs).

Networks Project Development concentrate on developing the scope to approval which involves working closely with the Centre of Engineering (CoE) and ESB Networks along with supporting the Technical Costing Unit (TCU) in developing project costs for Capital Approval (CA). This group is responsible for collating the technical input to the scope along with reviewing potential options and agreeing these with the Owners Engineer (OE) within Networks Assets (NA).

We have a permanent position for a Project Development Engineer to join the Project Development Team to deliver the processes and systems required to meet ESBN’s Capital Approval process.

Key Responsibilities

The Project Development Engineer will assist Project Development team members in all aspects of the project conception including; technical scoping, technical costing, commercial, design, project programming, development and interfacing with clients.

The role will also include some/all the following work:

• Owning the end project deliverables during the Project Development phase, in particular business case success measures including time, cost, scope & quality whilst shadowing the PSDP for this phase of the project.
• Developing the Project Brief as set out by Network Assets and/or EirGrid into a viable Project Management Plan ready to transition from Project Development to Project Delivery stage.
• Delivering for approval the Scope of Works, Project Costs and Project Management Plans to agreed target timelines.
• For EPC and D&B projects, aid the development of the In & Out Of Scope, Interface Schedule and other relevant documents, in conjunction with the Project Delivery team and support the procurement process for the project.
• Manage the overall project deliverables for all stakeholders, coordinating inputs with the relevant stakeholders at project development stage.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• A minimum of three years’ experience in substation design.
• A good understanding of all elements of substation scoping, planning, design, costing, construction and commissioning.
• A strong work ethic with a clear focus on delivery to EMPs safety, time, quality and cost objectives.
• Good commercial and project management understanding.
• The demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.
• A willingness to improve understanding of technical aspects related to substation design and interest in personal development.
• A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to meet agreed KPIs.

Desirable

• Full drivers' licence and relevant competencies to visit ESBN substations and sites on their own.

Qualifications

Essential

• Third level qualification or appropriate experience

Desirable

It is preferred that the candidate has achieved the following:

• PSDP Competency or CDMC equivalent.
• Site Working Competencies.

Location

This role is based in either of EMP'S offices in OneDac, Dublin Airport or Little Island, Cork but travel to project locations as required is a key requirement of the role.

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

Why ESB?

• Opportunity to lead and operate on frontline of Ireland’s transition to net zero future​
• Embracing & facilitating a Smart Working Future​ / Hybrid Working
• Career development through mentoring, and training
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Active Social & Sports Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Generous Pension Contributions
• Access to Staff Well Being programmes
• Generous parents leave entitlements
• Great team environment working to our Core Values – Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted
• ESB has a comprehensive Diversity and Inclusion Programme

Reporting to

Reporting to the Senior Team Leader within Networks Projects Development

Salary

€49,000 to €58,000 per annum

Closing Date

5th October 2026

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:

• Accountable and Ethical
• Collaborative
• Growing and Adaptive
• Proactive
• Respectful and Supportive

More information available on Our People Promise

Notes

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland / UK prior to commencement of employment.