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Tunnelling SpecialistHybrid Working - Dublin24 Month contractPosition DescriptionThe Tunnelling Specialist will support our client in managing technical engagement with EirGrid during the formal Pre‑Development and Early Engagement (PDEE) process for proposed tunnelling works associated with future ESB Networks infrastructure. The role provides focused tunnelling expertise to help our client assess and respond to early-stage proposals, ensuring that our clients technical, operational and delivery requirements are clearly represented.Working within the PDEE framework, the specialist will review and interrogate our clients tunnelling documentation, including feasibility reports, route assessments, construction methodologies and programme assumptions. The role involves coordinating and consolidating feedback from multiple EMP teams, including HV Linear Assets Delivery, Networks Project Delivery, and Civil & Environmental Engineering, with particular emphasis on the Geotechnical function.The specialist will help align internal stakeholders around technical positions, identify risks and constraints, and highlight organisational readiness actions required for our clients first major tunnelling project. This will include identifying information gaps, resourcing implications, and areas requiring further investigation or technical assurance.The Tunnelling Specialist will report directly to the HV Linear Assets Delivery Team Leader and will work closely with Project Managers, Designers, Team Leaders and subject-matter experts across EMP.Key ResponsibilitiesInterrogate EirGrid tunnelling documentation, assessing feasibility, constructability, methodologies and programme assumptions.Provide clear technical feedback to ensure ESB's engineering, operational and delivery requirements are reflected in early‑stage proposals.Coordinate input from EMP stakeholders (HV Linear Assets Delivery, Networks Project Delivery, Civil & Environmental/Geotechnical) to form a consistent ESB position.Identify risks, constraints and information gaps in EirGrid submissions and recommend areas requiring further investigation or assurance.Evaluate technical and delivery impacts of proposed tunnelling works on ESB infrastructure and future project interfaces.Support EMP in building organisational readiness for delivering ESB's first tunnelling project, including highlighting resourcing, capability and procedural needs.Develop practical recommendations for preparing ESB to deliver large‑scale tunnelling projects, including potential future programmes.Prepare concise reports and briefings summarising review findings and stakeholder input to support internal decision‑makingKnowledge, Skills and ExperienceEssentialExtensive tunnelling and/or geotechnical engineering experience across multiple phases of project development and delivery.Strong understanding of soil and rock mechanics, ground behaviour, and site investigation methodologies.In‑depth knowledge of modern tunnelling techniques, including Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs), cut‑and‑cover construction, and micro‑tunnelling systems.Proficiency in dewatering, grouting, and waterproofing technologies and their application in complex ground conditions.Ability to implement, analyse, and interpret ground movement and structural monitoring systems.Skilled in reviewing, evaluating, and constructively challenging third‑party tunnelling methodologies, proposals, and programme documentation.Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.Proven ability to work collaboratively within dynamic, multi‑disciplinary project environmentsStrong strategic awareness, with the ability to identify readiness requirements, risks, and gaps in emerging project proposals.A minimum of 10 years' experience in tunnelling projects, ideally within the utilities or broader infrastructure sectors.DesirableDeep knowledge of underground safety regulationsExperience in the Identification of geohazards (faults, water inflows, settlement risk)Knowledge of Shaft sinking and underpinning methodsExtensive experience in the assessment of ground behaviour under excavationExperience working in client or utility‑side interfaces or structured review processesMulti-disciplinary teams project leadership experienceFamiliarity with Irish regulatory and consent processes, including planning, environmental and geotechnical reporting requirements.QualificationsEssentialLevel 8 Engineering Degree (or equivalent qualification)Chartered Engineer status with Engineers Ireland or an equivalent internationally recognised professional engineering bodyersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

Elektromonteur Schaltanlagen Sekundärtechnik (m/w/d) - AÜG Die Schwerpunkte Ihrer zukünftigen Tätigkeit umfassen:Montage von Anlagen in Hoch- und Höchstspannungsschaltanlagen bzw. UmspannwerkenAufbau und Anschluss von Komponenten der Schutz-, Steuerungs-, Regelungs-, Melde-, Übertragungs-, Beleuchtungs- und EigenbedarfstechnikKabelverlegung und -anschluss (Leistungs- und Steuerkabel)Revision von Dokumentationen als Roteintrag Wir wünschen uns:Erfolgreiche elektrotechnische Fachausbildung (bspw. zum Elektroanlagenmonteur, Industrieelektroniker, Energieelektroniker oder vergleichbar)Verständnis typischer elektrotechnischer Dokumentationen (Stromlauf- und Anschlusspläne etc.)Montagebereitschaft innerhalb des gesamten BundesgebietesDeutschkenntnisse in Wort und SchriftFührerschein Klasse B Wir bieten Ihnen viel. Auch neben dem Job.4 Tage Woche (der Montagezeitraum erstreckt sich in der Regel von Montag bis Donnerstag)Arbeitsort: deutschlandweit auf unseren Baustellen (Regionale Schwerpunkte: Niedersachsen, Sachsen-Anhalt, Bayern, Schleswig-Holstein, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Hessen)ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

Lead P&C systems design for substations up to 400kVEnsure compliance with quality, health & safety, environmental procedures and standardsReview estimates and post-tender requirements upon contract awardCoordinate with Project Managers, clients, suppliers and internal teamsManage scope changes, raise EWNs/DES06, and track TQs and project risksPrepare Project Status Reports and monitor progressDefine design work packages, resources and programme alignmentOrganise customer factory witness tests for P&C systemsMaintain internal and external project interfaces and attend key meetingsSpecify materials, tools, test certificates and O&M documentationEnsure compliance with national/international standards and client requirementsProduce designer risk assessments and support safe design practicesPerform CDAE responsibilities where applicable (e.g., NG TP188)Essential RequirementsHND (or higher) in Electrical EngineeringExtensive experience in HV substation P&C designKnowledge of multi-discipline substation project delivery (e.g., National Grid, SSE or similar)Experience in project coordination, estimating, scope and programme managementFamiliarity with QA processes, business systems and BIM environmentsStrong professionalism, teamwork and customer-focused approach ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.