Within our Transmission & Distribution team, we design AIS/GIS substations from 20kV to 220kV and contestable build and non-contestable stations in the range of 40 to 550MVA CCGT. Connections include conventional and renewable Power Generation, Peaking, Battery Storage, DS3 and Solar PV plants and large demand loads such as data centres and process plants. We use leading-edge design and modelling tools from global technology companies to deliver innovative designs for our customers.
We are currently seeking experienced (5+ years) electrical engineers, ideally with a background in MV/HV plant engineering, substation design, distribution networks, switchgear and control and protection systems, to join our expanding teams in Ireland and the UK.
If you’re interested in taking the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!
Primary Responsibilities/ Duties
- Producing HV & MV Substation Design including, Primary Plant Electrical Layouts, Control & Protection Design, Electrical Power System Studies, Earth Grid Design & LV Distribution and General Services Design
- Reviewing ESB/Eirgrid or Employer Requirements for a project and developing a concise list of deliverables required
- Producing specifications for various electrical equipment and assemblies (transformers, circuit breakers, instrument transformers etc.)
- Carrying out Power Systems Electrical Studies (Load Flow, Reactive Power Capability, Short Circuit Studies, Protection Coordination)
- Earthing Design
- Preparation of coordinated drawings covering all aspects of installations, including mechanical, electrical and structural elements.
- Design of control and protection panels and creation of panel wiring schematics
- Commissioning of control and protection systems in the field: I/O and instrumentation testing, full testing and commissioning
- Grid Code Compliance testing and reporting to Eirgrid.
- Reporting to the Lead or Senior Engineering Manager on projects.
Qualifications, Skills/ Experience
- Level 8 Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
- 3-5 years’ experience in a similar substation design role
- Experience in developing C&P Electrical Schematics using AutoCAD, EPLAN or similar
- Experience in developing equipment layouts using AutoCAD, Primtech or similar
- Experience in Electrical Power Systems Study software such as ERACS, ETAP, SKM or similar an advantage but not essential
- Familiarity with ESB/Eirgrid Design Requirements an advantage but not essential
Characteristics
- Works well as part of a team.
- Excellent problem solving and diagnostic skills.
- Capable of self-learning and completion of individual tasks.
- Adaptable and able to prioritise and coordinate work.
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to multitask, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Benefits
- Competitive starting salary with year-on-year bonuses and salary increases
- Paid Overtime
- Health Insurance
- Income Protection
- Life Assurance
- Pension with employer contribution
- Remote Working/ Flexi-time/ Compressed Working Week
- Personalised Career Development Plan
- Regular performance and remuneration reviews
Don’t miss this opportunity to join a company at the forefront of electrical engineering projects in Ireland, the UK and Europe.
Send your CV and cover letter to recruitment@neodyne.ie (Ireland) or recruitment@neodyne.co.uk (UK).
Please mark your application Electrical Engineers – Experienced (T&D Substation Design).
NeoDyne Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be treated in strictest confidence.
To apply for this job email your details to ioboyle@neodyne.ie
