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Substation Design Engineer

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    Gaeltec Utilities
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    Ref: #JOB-2430562
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    GAELTEC UTILITIES, IDA Purcellsinch Business Park, Dublin Rd, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny, R95 A8PY
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    40 hours per week
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    To be Confirmed
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    Published On: 23 Jan 2026
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    Closing On: 20 Feb 2026

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Are you ready to be a vital part of a dynamic and innovative utilities service company? As a leading company in the Energy and Telecoms Industries, Gaeltec Utilities is driven by a collective vision: creating a cleaner, brighter living for our future. Our journey is one of continuous growth and success, we are seeking a candidate who possess a high level of commitment and passion for their role within the company.
In return we offer a good working environment, competitive compensation package, progression opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme, personal development and Cycle to Work Scheme.

Overview of role: 
We are seeking a Substation Design Engineer to lead the technical delivery of high-voltage substation projects (38kV to 400kV) across Ireland. This role requires involvement from tendering through to detailed design and construction, ensuring compliance with Irish Grid Codes, EirGrid/ESB standards, and EU directives. The ideal candidate will have strong technical and commercial awareness, and experience working in the design of transmission and distribution subsations/projects.
Key Responsibilities: 
Tendering & Proposal Support:
•	Review tender documents and client specifications (e.g. from ESB Networks).
•	Prepare concept designs, single line diagrams, and material take-offs to support bid packages.
•	Work with the Bid Coordinator to provide accurate technical inputs for costing.
•	Attend pre-bid meetings and contribute to technical clarifications and value engineering.

Design & Engineering Execution:
•	Lead the electrical design of HV/MV substations (AIS and GIS) including:
o	Primary design, lightning design, earthing design, and cable routing.
•	Supervise and coordinate outsourced design consultants and engineering service providers, ensuring adherence to project requirements, quality standards, and schedules.
•	Prepare and review technical specifications for major equipment: power transformers, switchgear, CTs/VTs, and perform calculations for major materials (ie. Busbar, cables, etc.).

•	Perform system studies: short-circuit, load flow, CT and VT suitability calculation and earthing.
•	Ensure compliance with Irish Grid Code, IEC standards, and relevant health & safety (HSA) regulations.
•	Coordinate with civil, structural, and control and protection/telecom design teams to ensure interface alignment.
•	Review supplier documentation, manage FATs, and provide technical oversight during installation and commissioning (with limited visits to site).

Essential Skills & Knowledge Requirements:
•	Degree in Electrical Engineering (Level 8 or above).
•	Minimum 7–10 years of experience in substation design.
•	Familiarity with EirGrid /ESB specifications (desirable) and TSO/DSO procedures.
•	Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward chartership (Engineers Ireland), preferred but not essential.
•	Proficient with AutoCAD, Revit, ETAP/DigSILENT, EPLAN and Microsoft Office Suite.
•	Strong communication skills with experience in client-faci
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  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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