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Lead Electrical Engineer

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ 612 - 691 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Ireland

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

Lead Electrical Engineer – Power Generation – Major Overhaul Programme – Co. Wicklow – Contract Position (to Dec 2027)

A leading energy organisation is preparing for a major multi-year overhaul of a key hydro power facility in Ireland. This programme includes full machine inspections, generator and transformer refurbishment, C&I upgrades and an extensive balance of plant scope.

They are now seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to join the project team on site and take responsibility for the delivery of all electrical elements of the overhaul. This role requires a strong background in power-generation maintenance, contractor management and heavy electrical plant.

Role Overview:

The Lead Electrical Engineer will support the Project Manager in planning and delivering a complex, high-risk maintenance programme involving generator rotor pulls, transformer upgrades, switchgear inspections, electrical testing and significant balance of plant work.

Key Responsibilities:

  * Lead all electrical activities associated with the overhaul programme, ensuring compliance with statutory safety, health and environmental requirements.

  * Manage EPC electrical contracts and additional electrical work scopes as assigned.

  * Liaise with internal engineering teams to ensure technical protocols, standards and procedures are correctly followed.

  * Develop and support the implementation of Inspection & Test Plans for electrical work packages.

  * Oversee quality performance in line with the Project Quality Plan, including review of ITPs and protocol sheets.

  * Act as day-to-day site lead for electrical contractors, supervising works and ensuring adherence to programme and safety expectations.

  * Conduct regular electrical safety, environmental and quality audits.

  * Support site management and maintenance teams throughout the project.

  * Report progress against schedule and participate in project meetings.

  * Assist with cost control for assigned contracts and electrical plant scopes.

  * Attend FATs, workshops and technical inspections as required.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

  * Minimum 5 years’ experience in the power-generation industry.

  * Strong knowledge of generators, transformers, HV/MV/LV switchgear and associated electrical plant.

  * Proven experience planning and delivering major plant outages or overhauls.

  * Demonstrated capability managing contractors and overseeing EPC electrical works.

  * Excellent communication, documentation and reporting skills.

  * Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental compliance.

Contract Details:

  * Location: Co. Wicklow (full-time site presence required).

  * Start: ASAP, can wait for the right candidate

  * Duration: Long term contract, expected to run to December 2027

  * Expenses: Business-related travel (not routine commuting) reimbursed subject to prior approval

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