Electrical Design Engineer

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Design Engineer into our the Power and Utilities team.

This is a hybrid role and offices available are Dublin, Galway, Cork, Sligo and Kilkenny.

RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

In 2023 RPS joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organisation.

We design, and manage projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s over 30,000 strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.

As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.

Your Impact

Join RPS, a Tetra Tech company to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to grow your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Key Responsibilities/Duties

• Preparation of design drawings (Layouts, schematics etc.)
• Use of drawing packages including AutoCad and EPLAN
• Preparation of equipment specifications
• Liaising with clients and third parties
• Design of protection and control schemes
• Preparation of panel schematic drawings
• Proficient in English technical report writing
• Surveys of existing electrical infrastructure installations.
• Development of enduring design solutions in accordance with relevant standards and client requirements.
• Assessment of design hazards in the context of the Health & Safety (Construction) Regulations.
• Producing/reviewing design calculations, drawings, cost estimates.
• Providing technical input and advice to clients in relation to electrical / energy infrastructure projects.
• Exploring opportunities for innovation and sustainability in all aspects of our design.
• Progress reporting.
• Client liaison including presentation of design reports for review and discussion.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Electrical Engineering Degree ideally level 8
• Sufficient and appropriate experience
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent is an advantage; candidates should be seeking to achieve this status if not already achieved.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Computer literate – Microsoft packages etc.
  
  

Desirable

• Familiarity with some or all aspects of HV substations from 10kV to 220kV.
• Familiarity with engineering software packages (Powerfactory, ETAP)
• Familiarity with ESB standards
  
  

Skills

• Team player and have good interpersonal skills.
• Technical leader.
• Flexible, committed and work well under time pressure.
• Safety focused.
• Logical and imaginative approach to problem solving.
• Proven capability in decision making.
• Motivated and work well without direct supervision
• While candidates with all stated experience would be preferred, we would consider applicants for a trainee role with some of the desired skills and experience.
  
  

What is in it for you?

We’re proud to be an accredited training provider, internationally recognised and providing robust fully accredited professional training programmes - to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we provide learning and development for everyone.

We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Our network of people and knowledge will expand your horizons and give you access to a variety of interesting projects.

Embracing diverse ideas, perspectives, and thinking styles is at the heart of what we do. We need a mix of experiences and techniques to develop the ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community of experts and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

Why RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With over 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

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