Electrical Project Engineer
Electrical Project Engineer
Location(s): Dublin, Cork, Galway, or Kilkenny
Join us in shaping the future of electrical building services and infrastructure delivery.
This is an opportunity for an ambitious Electrical Project Engineer to contribute to high-quality, technically robust projects across healthcare, public sector, renewable energy, and wider building services programmes, with the support of experienced senior engineers and a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
Purpose & Scope of the Role
The Electrical Project Engineer will support the delivery of electrical building services projects from concept through to handover, working under the supervision and mentoring of a Senior/Principal Engineer. The role will contribute to feasibility studies, option appraisals, scheme and detailed design, using calculation spreadsheets, specialist design software, AutoCAD, and Revit.
You will also visit sites during construction to monitor progress and quality of installation works, while working closely with internal colleagues and wider project teams to help deliver successful outcomes for clients.
Your Impact in This Position
In this role, you will help turn design intent into practical, buildable solutions that meet technical, regulatory, and client requirements. Your work will support the delivery of safe, efficient, and well-coordinated electrical systems, while contributing to project quality, programme certainty, and strong client satisfaction. You will also play a part in the development of major infrastructure and building projects, helping to shape sustainable long-term delivery.
Core Capabilities
Technical Expertise
Strong technical ability across electrical engineering services and design, including MV/LV distribution, lighting, fire alarm, ICT, and life safety systems. Knowledge of Irish electrical design standards and building regulations is essential.
Software & Digital Design Tools
Experience using AutoCAD, Revit, MS Office, and specialist electrical design software such as Amtech and Dialux to support high-quality design delivery and documentation.
Communications & Collaboration
Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
Project Delivery Support
Ability to contribute to project delivery across all stages, from feasibility and concept design through to construction support and handover, while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
Site & Construction Awareness
Practical understanding of construction-stage activities, with the confidence to attend sites, monitor progress, and support the quality of installation works.
Qualifications & Experience
Expected
- Minimum Level 8 qualification in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent such as Energy or Building Services.
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Minimum 4 years’ experience in electrical building services design.
Beneficial
- Progress toward chartership is strongly preferred.
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Equivalent work experience will be considered where appropriate.
Working Environment
This role is based in Dublin, Cork, Galway, or Kilkenny. It operates on a hybrid basis, typically requiring 2–3 days per week in the office, with remote working available where appropriate to project and team needs. Occasional travel to client sites or other offices may be required. Flexible working arrangements are supported where possible, including bank holidays and Fridays, with a focus on sustainable delivery and professional wellbeing.
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Why join Tetra Tech?
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.
We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients’ most complex problems.
In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role.
Recruitment Agencies
We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list and any submitted will be taken as a gift. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.
