Principal Electrical Engineer
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland · Full Time
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- 1
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- BSc/BEng or HND/HNC in engineering
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Job description
About the Role
Located in Dublin with hybrid working arrangements, this role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineer to advance their career by leading significant engineering projects from initial design to final delivery. You will provide technical leadership, support your colleagues, and confidently engage with clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead complex engineering designs and provide expert guidance across diverse building and infrastructure projects.
- Develop mission critical designs, detailed specifications, and comprehensive design documentation.
- Manage programme delivery and take accountability for project outcomes from concept through to completion.
- Engage directly with clients and multidisciplinary design teams to build trusted relationships and establish yourself as a technical authority.
- Mentor and develop engineering team members, sharing expertise to cultivate future engineering talent.
- Contribute to business development activities and identify growth opportunities to influence the company's future direction.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Degree or diploma in engineering (BSc/BEng or HND/HNC).
- Extensive experience in delivering complex Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) designs for various building types.
- In-depth knowledge of applicable codes, standards, regulations, and best practices in the industry.
- Proficiency with engineering design software such as Amtech, Dialux, AutoCAD, or comparable tools.
- Strong client management skills with the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively.
- Proven mentoring experience and proven track record of successfully completing projects.
- Commercial acumen, including experience with project budgeting, scheduling, and managing change control processes.
- Chartered Engineer status or actively pursuing chartership is preferred.
Professional Development & Culture
As part of a community focused on continuous learning, you will have access to accredited professional courses and educational programs tailored to your development path. The company values accountability, integrity, simplicity, and mutual support, fostering a collaborative and respectful work environment. Growth opportunities and leadership pathways are supported within this rapidly expanding business.
About Black & White Engineering
Black & White Engineering is a globally recognized engineering consultancy employing over 1,300 professionals in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific, and North America. Specializing in engineering design consultancy for the data centre sector, services include Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP), Civil & Structural, Design Management, Sustainability, BIM, Power Systems, and other infrastructure disciplines. The company emphasizes practical solutions, technical excellence, and operational efficiency, with many employees progressing into leadership roles.