Electrical Design Engineer – Ireland - onsite (Professional English Required)

Crewit Resourcing Group – Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile (On-site)

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, evaluation, and integration of electrical systems for projects based in Ireland, supporting utility, industrial, and construction environments. This includes engineering work related to HV/MV substations, switchgear, transmission and distribution lines, grounding systems, and backup power generation equipment. The candidate will contribute to system design, equipment specification, testing, and commissioning to ensure all electrical installations meet Irish and international standards for safety, reliability, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Design and review electrical systems for HV/MV substations, switchgear assemblies, transmission and distribution infrastructure, and industrial power systems.
• Prepare engineering calculations, including load flow, short-circuit, grounding/earthing, and protection coordination.
• Evaluate and specify electrical equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, protective relays, backup generators, UPS systems, and distribution panels.
• Develop and conduct testing procedures to validate system performance and ensure compliance with relevant Irish electrical standards.
• Perform inspections, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities for HV/MV electrical installations.
• Maintain readiness and calibration of diagnostic equipment used for system verification.
• Produce engineering drawings, reports, and documentation to support project execution.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to deliver results on time and to high technical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong understanding of HV/MV design, substations, switchgear, transmission lines, and backup power systems.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities with strong math, physics, and analytical skills.
• Professional-level English (written and verbal) required for technical reporting and client communication.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior Level

Industry

Construction

Utilities

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Functions

Engineering

Skills

HV Systems • MV Systems • Substations • Switchgear • Electrical Engineering • Transmission Lines • Backup Generators • Load Testing • Electrical Safety • AutoCAD Electrical • Grounding/Earthing • Quality Assurance • Professional English

Screening Questions

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Ideal Answer: Yes

What is your level of proficiency in English?

Ideal Answer: Professional / Fluent

Do you have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Electrical Engineering?

Ideal Answer: Yes

Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering?

Ideal Answer: Yes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Strong problem solving, technical, math and science skills
• Strong written and verbal communication