Senior Professional Electrical Engineer, Substation Control Systems

A Brighter, zero carbon future awaits! The HV Substations Delivery department in Networks Engineering, ESB Engineering & Major Projects is the centre of engineering design and project delivery for ESB’s Transmission & Distribution substation deliverables. The Commissioning & Substation Control Systems (SCS) group is a key part of High Voltage Substation Delivery Group, whose ## What you'll do include developing Specifications, Scoping, Designs & Pre-commissioning of SCADA Systems for high voltage transmission and distribution assets of ESB Networks. The Senior Substation Control Engineer will be required to have a strong project management and technical design background, detailed knowledge of safety procedures and strong communication and problem-solving skills. Key Responsibilities Responsibilities will cover the items below: - Development of bespoke substation control system designs and system configurations for ESB Networks and international clients - Conduct and oversee factory and site acceptance testing across a suite of automation and substation control system products - Produce technical specifications, undertake tender technical evaluations, complete preliminary designs, fully integrate and test substation Control Systems for ESB’s ABB MicroSCADA and Siemens SICAM systems. - Provide technical support to colleagues in the area of substation control system design, including regular on-site and test lab in-person support as required. - Manage their performance to ensure consistent high levels of delivery, meeting clients' ## What you'll bring , delivery dates and the commercial performance of projects with regard to controlling costs and contribution margins. - Undertake rostered on-call support services for ESB Networks suite of Substation Control Systems. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Working as part of this dynamic team, you will always have new challenges and new problems to solve – working together is key. You will have the autonomy to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems with the support of your colleagues. We are looking for the following skills; Essential The successful candidate will ideally have several of the qualities listed below: - 5 years' plus relevant experience in a utility or industrial environment with a background in specification, design, integration and testing of substation control systems, remote terminal units (RTUs), or industrial programmable logic controllers (PLCs). - Knowledge of substation control system protocols, e.g. ### Iec 60870-5 - 101, 103, 104 and IEC61850. - A full driving license and access to a car. - A strong work ethic with a clear focus on delivery to ESB’s safety, time, quality and cost objectives. - Strong commercial and project management capability. - The ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities. - The ability to technically mentor junior team members. - A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to deliver excellent customer service. Desirable It is desirable that the candidate has achieved the following: - Experience in substation telecommunications, or power system studies is beneficial, but not required. - Candidate must have good English verbal and written communication skills, be willing to travel internationally and work successfully in a customer focused, project-oriented environment. Qualifications Essential - Level 8 NFQ qualification or equivalent work experience is essential. Location This role is based in the ### Esb E&Mp Dublin or Cork office but regular travel to project locations as required is a key requirement of the role. ESB is committed to offering flexibility in ways of working and we call that Smart Working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible and remote ways of working. The successful candidate may combine remote / smart working within the jurisdiction, with attendance at base for in-person collaboration, at least two days per week General It is not anticipated that a staff member still on probation will be eligible to apply for a promotional vacancy. …

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