Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer

Killarney, Co. Kerry | Permanent | Onsite

We are working with an established international engineering and manufacturing organisation to recruit an Electrical Design Engineer to join its project engineering team.

This is a project-based role responsible for delivering high-quality electrical designs, integrating electrical systems and supporting projects from initial requirements through design, production, commissioning and customer delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse customer requirements and define electrical system requirements.

• Manage electrical requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

• Liaise with customers regarding electrical design requirements.

• Develop electrical system interfaces, schematics and single-line diagrams.

• Define control console layouts and functions.

• Develop specifications for electrical equipment and switchgear.

• Coordinate the integration of electrical subsystems and solutions.

• Work closely with software engineers to define electrical interfaces and support software testing.

• Support commissioning teams with functional and test requirements.

• Specify electrical components and support supplier selection and procurement.

• Prepare electrical parts lists and production documentation.

• Liaise with production, installation and service teams to support assembly, testing and customer issues.

• Support the selection and testing of new technologies and electrical subsystems.

• Prepare technical documentation for assembly, installation, commissioning and customers.

• Review project issues and ensure documentation is updated to reflect completed systems.

• Provide onsite technical support and travel internationally as required.

Requirements

• Level 7 degree or higher in Electrical, Electronic, Automation, Mechatronic Engineering or a related discipline.

• Strong electrical design and engineering capability.

• Experience with Zuken E3 or a similar electrical drawing package.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage technical requirements, priorities and project schedules.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Confident challenging existing approaches and adopting new technologies.

• Willingness to travel internationally as required.

Desirable

• Knowledge of risk analysis, safety compliance and Performance Levels (PLr/SIL).

• Experience with ABB PLCs.

• Knowledge of industrial Ethernet networks.

• Experience within heavy machinery or complex industrial environments.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent opportunity with an established international engineering organisation.

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.

• Technical training and professional development.

• International travel and project exposure.

• Subsidised canteen and retailer discounts.

• Sports and social club and Cycle to Work scheme.

• Early finish on Fridays.

Apply now to discuss this opportunity in confidence.