Senior Electrical Engineer - Galway

You are an experienced and technically strong Senior Electrical Engineer looking to take the lead on high-value Energy, Power & Renewables projects. Based on a large-scale EP&R project in Co. Galway, you will play a key role in the design, delivery, commissioning, and handover of complex electrical systems for a major engineering contractor operating across Ireland and Europe.
Your new employer is a leading international provider of Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation engineering solutions, supporting mission-critical projects across Energy, Renewables, Life Sciences, Food & Beverage, and Data Centres. With over four decades of project delivery across Ireland, the UK, and mainland Europe, they are recognised for technical excellence, innovation, and a strong emphasis on employee development and wellbeing.
For those eager to learn more about this exciting opportunity, please do not hesitate to reach out to Ryan at ryan@breaghrecruitment.com / 015314345
Senior Electrical Engineer Skills:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5 years’ experience working as an Electrical Project Engineer within the HV Energy, Power or Renewable sectors.
• Strong experience with high voltage systems, protection studies, and detailed electrical design.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Enjoy working as part of a high-performing, multidisciplinary team.
• Proven ability in interpreting technical specifications, managing project documentation, and overseeing commissioning activities.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer:

• Develop and review schematic drawings, single line diagrams, and detailed electrical designs.
• Produce HV system studies including protection coordination, arc-flash analysis, load flow, voltage regulation and fault level reporting.
• Lead pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for GIS and AIS substations.
• Manage the specification, selection and procurement of equipment and electrical systems.
• Prepare technical specifications, enquiry documentation, method statements and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with clients, design teams and contractors on all technical aspects of the project.
• Manage and resolve technical queries on site, supporting planning, testing, commissioning and final system handover.
• Monitor project progress against schedule and prepare detailed progress reports.
• Oversee document control, ensuring accurate recording and transmission of information.
• Prepare and update project programs using MS Project.
• Support the assembly of bid packages, approval documentation, and construction issue drawings.
• Evaluate design effectiveness, making improvements where required.
• Supervise junior engineers and technicians throughout project development and delivery.

The Package:
You can expect:

• A competitive salary (DOE), with a minimum expectation of €80,000  plus full benefits package.
• 23 days annual leave.
• Company pension contributions (no waiting period).
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Private health insurance contribution.
• Life and disability cover.
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives.
• Educational assistance, CPD support, and chartership pathways.
• Opportunities for long-term progression within a growing international organisation.

Interviews are taking place this week, so if you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to send an up-to-date CV to ryan@breaghrecruitment.com or call 00353 (0)1 531 4345.