Lead Electrical Engineer

Overview

PM Group is a leading International engineering, architecture, project and construction management firm. With a network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US and a multi-disciplined team of over 4,000 people, we deliver complex, capital projects in the life sciences, food and beverages, mission critical/ICT, advanced manufacturing, energy and environmental sectors.

Due to our on-going success securing large-scale projects for 2025, we have a requirement for Principal Electrical Engineers to join our Electrical Department in Cork. To be successful and to enjoy the challenge of this position, the role will suit a Senior Engineer who has previously lead large projects (TIC > €200MM) from concept to completion.

You will be located in the Cork office at either our Mahon or Fota office on a Hybrid working basis.

Responsibilities

The key responsibility of the role is to act as Lead Engineer on large projects or as a Project Engineer on smaller projects

• Electrical Design Team Lead working as part of a multi-disciplinary project delivery team
• Provide support to fee and capital budget proposals as required.
• Assemble and manage bid, approval, and construction issue electrical packages in an efficient and lean manner.
• Monitor and mentor electrical engineering team members
• Check other electrical engineers work for accuracy and quality and undertake peer reviews
• Requires extensive and independent contact with client, vendor’s representatives and site personnel
• Attend and participate in client, vendor and PM Group meetings.
• Monitor and inspect electrical installation in accordance with PM Group Quality System and National, International standards
• Implement specific site and company quality & design Standards
• Review and sign-off electrical installations in accordance with local, national, international standards and current best industry practice

Desirable Competencies:

Integrity:

Upholds ethics and PM Group values, demonstrate integrity as a person who is trusted by others and consistently honours their commitments.

Ability to stand firm when challenged on project changes, scope creep, etc. in a fair manner.

Communication:

Makes presentations and undertakes public speaking with skill and confidence;

Regularly monitors the communication network between stakeholders.

Innovator:

Produces new/innovative ideas/designs, approaches, or insights to problems.

Adaptable:

Approaches change/new ideas positively and drive change to improve systems;

Adapts interpersonal style to suit different people or situations.

Assists others with adapting to change.

Positive outlook at work:

Keeps emotions under control during difficult situations,

Identify issues and problems; make timely decisions, develop appropriate and innovative solutions; Balances the demands of a work life and a personal life.

Entrepreneurial:

Keeps up to date with competitor information and market trends;

Identifies business opportunities for the organisation;

Demonstrates financial awareness.

Qualifications

• Third Level Degree in Electrical Engineering (Level 8)
• Professional approach and demeanour
• 10+ years’ demonstrated experience in project execution and design delivery
• Experience in Digital Project Execution an advantage
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• A strong ethical approach to safety, quality and sustainable design
• Knowledge of applicable electrical engineering codes, standards and current industry best practices
• Demonstrable experience of leadership in industrial power engineering and design
  • MV and LV power distribution, generators, UPS systems, primary cable routing, cable containment system design, lighting & emergency lighting, small power, ICT systems, fire alarm, security, lightning protection, Earthing & Bonding.
• Ability to manage the Co-ordination of the design team and external stakeholders
• Knowledge of applicable electrical engineering codes, standards and industry best practices
• Ability to undertake value engineering activities and implement new technologies where they are required to provide costs effective solutions for our clients

Why PM Group?

As an employee-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven.

Inclusion and Diversity are core to our culture and values. Wherever we work, we commit to a culture of mutual respect and belonging by building a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents and ideas. Valuing the contributions of all our people and respecting individual differences will sustain our growth into the future.

PM Group is committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process. If you require any assistance in this regard, please let us know.

#LI-RC