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Lead Electrical Engineer

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ 69,059 - 77,691 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cork

Expire in: 21 days

Job Description

ERSG are supporting a leading engineering and construction specialist delivering complex, high-value projects across sectors including pharmaceuticals, industrial, and advanced technology.

We're looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer who wants to step into a true leadership role , driving engineering excellence, guiding teams, and ensuring electrical packages are delivered to the highest standard across the full project lifecycle.

This is your opportunity to move beyond delivery and take ownership of technical direction, decision-making, and team development on major builds.

What You'll Be Doing

Leading the electrical engineering function across large-scale construction projects
Providing technical guidance and mentorship to project engineers and site teams
Driving design coordination and ensuring alignment with site execution
Resolving complex technical challenges and constructability issues
Overseeing RFIs, design changes, and engineering deliverables
Supporting procurement, commissioning, and final handover phases
Conducting technical reviews, audits, and quality inspections throughout delivery
Working closely with project leadership to support risk management and key decisionsYou'll play a pivotal role in ensuring projects are not only delivered - but delivered right.

What We're Looking For

Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline)
Significant experience (8-10+ years) delivering electrical packages in construction or building services in the UK or Ireland 
Proven track record leading engineering activities on large, complex projects
Strong technical expertise across power distribution and building services systems
Experience managing design coordination and multidisciplinary interfaces
Confident leader with the ability to mentor and develop engineering teams
Strong communicator with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset 

Why This Role Stands Out

Step into a visible leadership role on high-profile, technically complex projects
Influence both engineering quality and project outcomes
Work within a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued
Opportunity to shape and mentor the next generation of engineers
Clear path for continued career progression and leadership growth 

Desirable Experience

Background in pharma, industrial, healthcare, or advanced technology projects
Experience with BIM / Revit and digital engineering tools
Electrical trade background 

Why Apply Through ERSG?

ERSG partner with leading engineering organisations to connect top talent with opportunities that offer real responsibility, progression, and impact. We'll support you throughout the process and help position you for long-term success.

If you're ready to lead from the front and take ownership of electrical delivery on major projects - we'd love to hear from you.

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit

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