Electrical Project Engineer

Designer Group is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to join our operations team in Dublin, supporting the delivery of major construction projects across our Energy and Industrial sector

This site-based role is ideally suited to an engineer with experience delivering electrical building services installations within M&E contracting, industrial, commercial, healthcare, pharmaceutical, residential, data centre, or mixed-use construction environments. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary project team, supporting the planning, coordination, installation, testing, commissioning and handover of electrical systems while ensuring compliance with project specifications, programme requirements, quality standards and health & safety procedures.

As an Electrical Project Engineer, you will play a key role in coordinating electrical works on site, supporting technical delivery, managing project documentation, liaising with subcontractors and suppliers, and ensuring that installations are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standard. You will work closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, Design Teams, Quantity Surveyors, Site Supervisors and Client Representatives throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of electrical packages on large-scale construction projects from design coordination through to commissioning and handover.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinate electrical installations with other disciplines to resolve clashes, sequencing challenges and buildability issues.
• Manage RFIs, technical queries, design reviews and document control activities.
• Assist with procurement activities, material scheduling and supplier coordination to support programme delivery.
• Monitor site progress and support the planning and tracking of project milestones.
• Coordinate subcontractors and specialist vendors to ensure works are completed in accordance with design, quality and safety requirements.
• Attend coordination meetings with internal teams, subcontractors, consultants and client representatives.
• Support quality inspections, testing and commissioning activities, ensuring systems are installed and documented correctly.
• Prepare and maintain project records including progress reports, commissioning documentation, O&M manuals and handover packs.
• Identify technical issues on site and work collaboratively with the wider project team to deliver effective solutions.
• Promote and uphold Designer Group's health, safety, quality and environmental standards at all times.
• Support the continuous improvement of engineering and project delivery processes across the business.

Role Summary

This role is ideal for an Electrical Engineer looking to further develop their project delivery experience within a leading M&E contractor. The successful candidate will possess strong technical knowledge of electrical building services systems, excellent coordination and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced construction environment. You will gain exposure to all stages of project execution, from design and procurement through installation, commissioning and final handover, while contributing to the successful delivery of complex engineering projects for Designer Group.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• 3-5+ years' experience in an Electrical Project Engineer, Electrical Engineer or Site Engineer role within an M&E contractor, principal contractor or specialist electrical contractor environment.
• Proven experience supporting the delivery of electrical works on commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical, healthcare, residential or mission-critical construction projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical building services systems, site installation practices, testing and commissioning processes.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, suppliers and site-based installation teams.
• Ability to manage RFIs, technical submissions, drawing reviews, material approvals and project documentation.
• Experience monitoring project progress and assisting with programme delivery and construction sequencing.
• Good understanding of construction health, safety and quality requirements.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve site issues effectively.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary project teams.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to project delivery.
• Ability to live and work in Ireland without requiring sponsorship.

Preferred Requirements

• Degree or Higher Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering electrical installations within commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical, healthcare, residential, education, public sector or mixed-use developments.
• Experience supporting testing, commissioning, system validation and project handover activities.
• Familiarity with BIM processes, coordinated services drawings, clash detection and design coordination.
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical submittals, RFIs, commissioning documentation and O&M manuals.
• Electrical trade background would be advantageous.
• Experience working within an M&E contractor environment delivering complex building services installations.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations and best practices governing electrical installations.

Soft Skills

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Clear and confident communicator who can work effectively with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, consultants and client representatives.
• Collaborative team player with a positive and professional approach.
• Practical, solutions-focused mindset with strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to identifying issues and driving resolutions.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, quality and right-first-time delivery.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy, compliance and continuous improvement.