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Electrical Engineering Jobs - Ireland - UK - Europe - Why Choose Breagh?

At Breagh Recruitment, we specialise in electrical engineering recruitment for the construction, building services, and industrial sectors across Ireland, UK & Europe. From electrical engineers and site supervisors to project managers and commissioning leads, we connect skilled professionals with some of the most respected M&E contractors and developers in the industry.

With over 20 years of experience in construction and M&E recruitment, we understand the technical demands, compliance requirements, and leadership skills required to succeed in electrical engineering roles. Whether you're working on complex data centres, pharmaceutical plants, commercial buildings, or infrastructure projects, we’re here to help you find the right role to match your experience and ambitions.

Electrical Engineering in Ireland – Market Overview & Job Opportunities

The demand for experienced electrical engineering professionals in Ireland continues to rise. With the country’s commitment to high-tech construction, energy-efficient systems, and critical infrastructure delivery, electrical engineers are playing a vital role in shaping the built environment.

Current opportunities are strongest in:

  • Data Centre Construction – High-spec installations, commissioning, and QA/QC roles across Tier 1 environments

  • Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences – Process-critical roles involving ATEX compliance, validation, and instrumentation

  • Building Services & Commercial Projects – Electrical design and site execution roles for mixed-use, healthcare, and education projects

  • Renewable Energy & Smart Infrastructure – Involvement in grid upgrades, battery storage, and sustainable energy systems

  • Industrial & Utilities Projects – Maintenance engineering, HV and LV systems, and substation construction

🔌 Whether you're site-based or design-side, there’s strong and sustained demand for your skills.

How Breagh Can Help

We’re more than recruiters—we’re M&E recruitment specialists with a deep understanding of electrical systems, industry certifications, and the safety-critical nature of your work.

Electrical Engineering Recruitment Experts – We work with many of Ireland’s leading M&E contractors, consultancies, and developers.

Career Support Across All Levels – From electrical apprentices and junior engineers to project managers and electrical leads, we offer personalised guidance.

CV & Compliance Review – We’ll help you present your electrical qualifications (e.g. Safe Pass, ECS, ATEX) and key project experience effectively to hiring managers.

Insight into Market & Salary Trends – Get real-world updates on salary expectations, contract structures, and career growth areas in the electrical field.

Find Your Next Electrical Engineering Role Today

Electrical engineers are in demand and your next opportunity could be just around the corner. At Breagh Recruitment, we make it easy to explore new roles, gain career clarity, and work with employers that value your experience.

📩 Submit your CV today or speak directly with our electrical engineering recruitment team for confidential advice and access to exclusive job opportunities.

Electrical Engineering Jobs

Electrical EngineeringSite ManagementMechanical Engineering
4 days ago
Facilities Manager
Kildare, County Kildare, Ireland
€80000 per annum
This role sits within a newly established division, so it’s a great opportunity to play a key part in shaping how the facilities management function is delivered based out of Co Ki...
Electrical Engineering
6 days ago
Electrical Design Engineer
Kildare, County Kildare, Ireland
€65000 per annum
I’m looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join a growing team delivering renewable energy and HV/MV substation and cable projects across Ireland based in Co Kildare. This is...
Mechanical EngineeringSite ManagementElectrical Engineering
11 days ago
Building Services Engineer - €180million Resi Deve...
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€65000 per annum
We have an exceptional opportunity for a Building Services Engineer to join a leading Tier one contractor for €180 million residential project in Dublin. This role involves managi...
Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringSite Management
11 days ago
M&E Coordinator
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€80000 per annum
You are a dedicated and technically proficient M&E Coordinator looking to manage and deliver mechanical and electrical service installations for flagship fit-out, mission critical,...
Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringSite Management
11 days ago
M&E Coordinator
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€80000 per annum
You are a dedicated and technically proficient M&E Coordinator looking to manage and deliver mechanical and electrical service installations for flagship fit-out, mission critical,...
Electrical EngineeringBIMMechanical Engineering
11 days ago
BIM Coordinator
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€65000 per annum
Working as a BIM Coordinator, based out of Dublin, you will be centred around managing and implementing Building Information Modelling processes across all phases of a project, fro...
Electrical Engineering
13 days ago
Electrical Engineer - €140 million Resi Developmen...
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€55000 per annum
You are an Electrical Engineer looking to join a Tier 1 team on a €140 million residential development in Dublin. This is a permanent role where you’ll play a key part in deliverin...
Quantity SurveyingElectrical Engineering
17 days ago
Electrical Estimator
County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
£55000 per annum
You are an experienced Electrical Estimator with a strong technical background and a keen eye for detail. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where you’...
Electrical EngineeringBIMMechanical Engineering
17 days ago
CAD/BIM Tech - Water & Wastewater Projects
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€50000 per annum
You are an experienced CAD / BIM Technician looking to join a team in Cork, working on MEICA construction projects across the water and wastewater treatment sector. This role offer...
Project ManagementMechanical EngineeringElectrical Engineering
17 days ago
M&E Coordinator
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€75000 per annum
You are a skilled and proactive M&E Coordinator looking to join the team on a major construction projects in Dublin. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth coordination and de...
Electrical Engineering
18 days ago
Electrical Project Engineer - Power & Renewables
Scotland
€60000 per annum
You are an Electrical Project Engineer looking to join a busy power and renewables team with a strong pipeline of work secured for the next 5+ years based out of Glasgow. This role...
Electrical Engineering
18 days ago
Lead Project Engineer - Power & Renewables
Aberdeen City, Scotland
£60000 per annum
As Lead Electrical Project Engineer, you’ll take ownership of the technical delivery of projects from initial enquiry and tender stage through to construction, commissioning, and e...
Electrical Engineering
25 days ago
Electrical Quality Control Inspector
County Cork, Ireland
€65000 per annum
As the Electrical Quality Control Inspector you will be responsible for ensuring that electrical systems, installations and components meet safety, compliance and quality requireme...
Site ManagementElectrical Engineering
25 days ago
Electrical Site Manager
County Kerry, Ireland
€65000 per annum
Based on a large-scale pharma project in Kerry, this role is for an experienced Electrical Site Manager who can take full control of site delivery. From pre-mobilisation through to...
Electrical Engineering
25 days ago
HV Tendering Engineer
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€85000 per annum
As an Electrical Tendering Engineer (High Voltage), you’ll take the lead on all tendering activities for major power and renewables projects based out of Dublin. The role involves ...
Site ManagementElectrical EngineeringMechanical Engineering
25 days ago
Senior Planner
Scotland
€80000 per annum
Your new planning team in Glasgow are expanding and are looking an experienced Senior Project Planner to support the delivery of high voltage (HV) substation and transmission proje...
Electrical EngineeringSite Management
25 days ago
Electrical Site Manager
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€80000 per annum
You are an experienced Electrical Site Manager with a strong background in high voltage projects for a role that offers long-term stability with a strong pipeline of work over the ...
Electrical Engineering
25 days ago
Electrical Design Engineer
Scotland
€55000 per annum
You are an Electrical Design Engineer who has solid experience in Protection & Control and wants to be part of a busy team delivering high-voltage infrastructure projects in the po...
Electrical Engineering
25 days ago
Lead Electrical Project Engineer
Aberdeenshire, Scotland
€70000 per annum
As Lead Electrical Project Engineer, you’ll take ownership of the technical delivery of projects from initial enquiry and tender stage through to construction, commissioning, and e...
Electrical Engineering
25 days ago
Electrical Project Engineer
Scotland
€60000 per annum
You are an Electrical Project Engineer looking to join a busy power and renewables team with a strong pipeline of work secured for the next 5+ years based out of Glasgow. This role...
Electrical Engineering
25 days ago
Primary Design Electrical Engineer
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€80000 per annum
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Primary Design Electrical Engineer to join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team and contribute to the delivery of high-profile engine...
Electrical Engineering
25 days ago
Lead Electrical Engineer
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€85000 per annum
As a Lead Electrical Engineer, you’ll be responsible for providing technical leadership on projects from tender stage right through to commissioning and energisation based in Co Du...
Electrical EngineeringProject Management
25 days ago
Engineering Manager
Glasgow, Glasgow City, Scotland
€90000 per annum
This role is about leadership with real impact. As the UK Engineering Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering large-scale, high-value energy projects that shape the futur...
Mechanical EngineeringHealth and SafetyElectrical Engineering
25 days ago
EHS Advisor
Gavle, Sweden
€70000 per annum
You are an EHS Advisor looking to work on a major data centre project in Sweden. This is a permanent role with a strong pipeline of work ahead, offering the chance to grow your c...
Health and SafetyMechanical EngineeringElectrical Engineering
25 days ago
EHS Advisor
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€60000 per annum
As EHS Advisor, you’ll provide hands-on support and guidance to project teams, ensuring that all Environment, Health & Safety practices are embedded and maintained throughout each...
Quantity SurveyingElectrical EngineeringMechanical Engineering
25 days ago
Electrical Quantity Surveyor
Scotland
€60000 per annum
This position offers the chance to join a well-established contractor with a track record of delivering large-scale engineering projects across sectors such as data centres, power...
Site ManagementElectrical Engineering
26 days ago
Electrical Commissioning Lead
Netherlands
€70000 per annum
You are an experienced Electrical Commissioning Lead who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys taking ownership of complex projects. This role is ideal for someone who can ...
Project ManagementElectrical EngineeringSite Management
26 days ago
Electrical Construction Manager
Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
€85000 per annum
As Electrical Construction Manager, you’ll act as the Project Manager’s representative on site and take responsibility for the full delivery of electrical works based out of Co Lim...
Electrical EngineeringQuantity SurveyingMechanical Engineering
26 days ago
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Scotland
€65000 per annum
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor with substation project experience, you will play a key role in supporting the commercial delivery of high-voltage (HV) infrastructure projects based...
Electrical EngineeringBIMMechanical Engineering
26 days ago
BIM Engineer
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€55000 per annum
As a BIM Engineer, you’ll report to the BIM Lead and play a key role in delivering all 3D and 2D coordination milestones for projects. The role will involve both site-based work in...
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