About the job:
As a Senior Project Electrical Design Engineer at Ethos Engineering, you will play a key role in delivering complex electrical designs across the Energy and Industrial sectors. The role involves leading electrical engineering solutions for power infrastructure, renewable energy, and industrial projects, from concept through to construction and commissioning, while supporting Ethos’ continued growth in these markets.
This role is primarily office-based with regular site and client interface, operating in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Experience & Qualifications

• Honours Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

• 10+ years’ experience working at Senior Engineer level on complex electrical engineering projects.

• Chartered Engineer status is an advantage but not essential.

• Demonstrable experience delivering Energy, Power, or Industrial electrical projects is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the electrical design delivery for Energy and Industrial projects, including power infrastructure, substations, and renewable energy developments.

• Develop primary and secondary electrical designs for medium voltage and low voltage (MV/LV) distribution systems.

• Design and specify substation systems, including AIS and GIS configurations, protection & control schemes, and associated auxiliary systems.

• Undertake power systems studies, including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, and grid connection studies.

• Support renewable energy integration, including solar PV, wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS) and microgrid solutions.

• Prepare detailed electrical schematics, single line diagrams, layouts, and technical specifications.

• Specify key electrical equipment including transformers, HV cables, underground cables, switchgear, and protection devices.

• Develop and review earthing/grounding system designs in line with relevant standards and site-specific requirements.

• Produce fully detailed tender packages, including technical reports, specifications, drawings, and tender analysis/recommendations.

• Monitor installation quality on site and support commissioning activities through to project completion.

• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of electrical design standards within the organisation.

• Mentor and technically support junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.

• Liaise confidently with clients, network operators, contractors, architects, and project managers.

Technical Skills & Expertise

• Strong background in medium voltage and low voltage electrical systems, including MV/LV distribution and substation design.

• Proven experience in protection & control, grid connections, and power systems engineering.

• Experience with renewable and industrial energy projects, including solar, wind, BESS, and hybrid energy systems.

• Solid understanding of HV and underground cable systems, earthing/grounding design, and transformer specification.

• In-depth knowledge of relevant standards including ETCI, IEC, BS, IS, EN and CIBSE (where applicable).

• Proficient in industry software such as AutoCAD, Amtech, Dialux, and Revit (experience with power system analysis tools is an advantage).

• Strong report writing, documentation, and technical presentation skills.

Soft Skills & Team Fit

• Confident working independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to take ownership of projects from concept to completion.

• Clear, professional communicator with proven client-facing experience.

• Highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.

• Proactive approach to mentoring, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Why Join us?

At Ethos, we’re dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages both technical excellence and personal wellbeing. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you’ll be part of a highly skilled, collaborative team that leverages innovation and simulation to shape more sustainable and efficient designs across diverse projects.

We offer:

• Flexible Fridays and a 9-day fortnight working schedule — enjoy every second Friday off to maintain work–life balance.

• A state-of-the-art office in Charlemont, Dublin 2, designed to promote collaboration, innovation, and wellbeing.

• A culture that values flexibility, learning, and teamwork, with clear progression pathways and support toward professional accreditation.

• Opportunities to work alongside some of the most experienced engineers in the industry, within a forward-thinking, technology-driven consultancy.

Benefits:

• Flexible working times

• 20 Days holidays up to 25 days

• Pension Scheme

• Working travel out-of-pocket expenses

• Travel tax scheme or bike-to-work scheme

• Regular training/mentoring / further college support

• Support for Chartership

• Subsidised Health Insurance Allowance

• A Professional Subscription Fee paid by the company

• Paid Statutory Leaves

• Healthcare check-ups and flu vaccinations

• Gym / Fitness membership

• Heavily subsidised social committee (5 a side, golf society, climbing club and regular social events)

At Ethos, we offer free Fridays every second Friday as a perk! Apply today and take the first step towards a healthier work-life balance!

Here at Ethos we believe in equal opportunities and that each individual can bring something ‘WoW’ to our organisation. So if you don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, but think you have what it takes, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

At Ethos, our vision is to:
“Be the company people want to work for, and with"

Values
Our values differentiate and focus us every day to be EPIC - for our people and our customers.

Recruitment Agencies: Please do not reply to this job advert. Should Ethos require assistance with this posting you will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.