Technical Engineer
As a Solar Technical Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the design, planning, procurement, construction, and commissioning of large-scale solar PV projects across Ireland. You will work closely with internal engineering teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure the technical delivery of projects meets performance, budget, and timeline expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development of preliminary and detailed engineering designs, layouts, and single-line diagrams for solar PV systems.
- Review and coordinate technical documents, including specifications, datasheets, method statements, and drawings.
- Support project managers in managing project schedules, procurement tracking, and subcontractor coordination.
- Ensure design compliance with relevant Irish and EU standards, planning conditions, grid codes, and health & safety regulations.
- Liaise with the DNO/ESB Networks regarding grid connection designs, protection settings, and commissioning requirements.
- Perform on-site inspections and provide engineering support during construction and commissioning phases.
- Assist with energy yield assessments, cable sizing, equipment selection, and system optimisation.
- Coordinate with QA/QC and EHS teams to ensure technical quality and safety are upheld throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare technical documentation for O&M handover, including as-built drawings and commissioning reports.
- Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement across projects.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
- 2–5 years of engineering experience in solar PV or renewable energy projects; EPC experience is a strong advantage.
- Strong understanding of solar PV system components (modules, inverters, transformers, cabling, SCADA).
- Familiarity with relevant Irish/EU regulations (ET103, IEC standards, ESB Networks connection requirements).
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, PVsyst, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication and technical reporting skills.
- Willingness to travel to project sites across Ireland.
- Full Irish (EU) driving license required.
Preferred:
- Experience with MV/HV grid connections and protection studies.
- Knowledge of BESS integration and hybrid energy systems.
- Chartered Engineer status or working toward professional accreditation (Engineers Ireland).
What we offer
- Competitive salary aligned with experience;
- Free birthday day
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Discounts from local businesses.
- Being part of an international environment
Additional Benefits after successful completion of probation
- Company Pension
- Death in Service
- Income Protection
- Flexible Friday
- Professional Membership fees
- Training and CPD
This job description is intended as a general guideline and is not exhaustive; it is a flexible document and may be subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the company.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and give consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity! Note this role is based in Ireland and you must be based in Ireland to complete the tasks of this role
We want an energy transition for everyone from everyone!
Please note: We do not require assistance from recruitment agencies and will not be accepting unsolicited agency submissions for this vacancy.
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