Substation Electrical Design Engineer Lead @ Methodius Ltd
placeDublin, County Dublin, Ireland
attach_money €80,000
businessOn Site
scheduleFull Time
Posted 9 hours ago
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Job Details
Overview
Methodius Ltd is seeking a Substation Electrical Design Engineer Lead to join our multinational utility contracting team in Electrical and Telecommunications infrastructure. This role is based in the Dublin office with flexibility on location within Ireland.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead electrical substation design including primary and secondary systems.
- Perform design calculations and develop procurement specifications.
- Mentor and support team members while managing project deliverables.
- Review, approve, and enhance team design submissions.
- Identify design risks and propose mitigation techniques.
Role Specifics
This position involves taking charge of major Power, Renewable & Substation projects and making technical and strategic decisions. You will collaborate with clients, manage project timelines, and monitor costs.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- At least 7 years of hands-on experience.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, ePlan, MS Office; additional design software experience is an advantage.
- Solid knowledge of substation design, utilities, and renewables sectors.
- Familiarity with ESB/Eirgrid specifications is an advantage.
- Strong client-facing skills and ability to work independently as well as lead a team.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 23 days annual leave
- Tablet & Mobile provided
- Pension post-probation
- Comprehensive healthcare and employee benefits
- Standard industry training
Contact Information
Please contact David Coyle at 01 6351748 or email david@methodius.com for further discussion.
Key skills/competency
- Substation design
- Electrical engineering
- Team leadership
- Design calculations
- Value engineering
- Risk mitigation
- Project management
- Client interface
- Technical mentoring
- AutoCAD
How to Get Hired at Methodius Ltd
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Methodius Ltd culture: Review company values and project history.
- Customize your resume: Highlight electrical design and leadership skills.
- Focus on project management: Showcase your relevant technical experiences.
- Prepare for technical questions: Understand substation design and risk management.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review substation design software tools.
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Brush up on AutoCAD and ePlan skills.
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Study design calculation methods.
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Understand ESB/Eirgrid technical standards.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe a past team leadership challenge.
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Explain your conflict resolution approach.
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Discuss decision-making under pressure.
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Share an example of proactive risk mitigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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