Project Design Engineer - Renewable Energy

Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€60000 p.a.
Electrical Engineering
Posted 14 days ago
You are a motivated Project Design Engineer with a strong interest in renewable energy, looking to join a well-established developer delivering wind, solar and battery storage projects across Ireland and the UK.

This is a technically focused role spanning the full project lifecycle, from early-stage feasibility and planning through to construction support and operational handover. You will work closely with internal development teams, external consultants, local authorities and contractors to support the successful delivery of high-quality renewable energy projects.

For those keen to learn more about this opportunity, please do not hesitate to reach out to Ryan at ryan@breaghrecruitment.com or 01 531 4345.

Project Design Engineer – Skills & Experience: Degree-qualified in Engineering or a related technical discipline

Experience working on renewable energy, infrastructure or engineering projects (wind, solar or battery storage advantageous)

Strong ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and with external stakeholders

Competent in the use of CAD software, with GIS experience highly beneficial

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages

Ability to support projects across feasibility, development, pre-construction and construction phases

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage ad-hoc tasks and project programmes

Flexibility in approach to working hours and travel as required

Full, clean driving licence

Strong communication skills, including confidence engaging with public and stakeholder groups

As a Project Design Engineer you will: Assess the feasibility of sites for renewable energy developments using CAD and GIS tools

Provide technical engineering support across wind, solar and battery storage projects

Support project development activities from inception through to construction and operation

Liaise with local authorities, consultants, contractors and internal project teams

Assist with preliminary energy yield calculations and technical assessments

Support cumulative impact assessments and technical reporting using commercial or in-house tools

Prepare engineering drawings, site layouts, planning drawings and associated infrastructure routes

Assist with the preparation of grid connection and as-built drawings to relevant specifications

Participate in public engagement activities, including public information events where required

Carry out occasional site surveys and site walkovers

Ensure work is delivered to a high technical and professional standard

Health, Safety & Quality: Promote safe working practices across all project activities

Ensure technical outputs meet internal quality standards and regulatory requirements

Maintain accurate documentation and drawing control

Support continuous improvement in engineering and project delivery processes

The Package: A competitive salary of €45,000 – €65,000 DOE is on offer, along with a strong benefits package, structured training and development, long-term career progression, and the opportunity to build a career within a fast-growing renewable energy sector.

Interviews are currently taking place.
If you are interested, click Apply Now, send an up-to-date CV to ryan@breaghrecruitment.com, or call 00353 (0)1 531 4345.

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