Senior Electrical Engineer

FRS Recruitment ·www.frsrecruitment.com

Location Cavan, Cavan, Ireland
Salary EUR 70,000 - 71,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Senior
Source Shazamme
Production Manufacturing & Materials
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An experienced Senior Electrical Engineer is required to take full ownership of electrical maintenance across a busy industrial site, including MV and LV systems up to 10kV. Reporting to the Plant Engineer, this role leads a skilled electrical team and contractors, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient plant operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the electrical maintenance team, including planning and resource allocation
  • Act as Site Electrical Duty Holder, ensuring compliance with all relevant safety and electrical regulations
  • Oversee all MV & LV systems, including maintenance, upgrades, and statutory compliance
  • Drive electrical safety standards, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Manage HV switching operations, authorisations, and safety procedures
  • Deliver energy efficiency and decarbonisation projects across the site
  • Lead electrical projects from design through to commissioning
  • Maintain critical documentation including protection studies, arc flash assessments, and system diagrams

Requirements:

  • Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering (Level 8 or equivalent)
  • 10+ year's experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
  • Strong knowledge of MV/HV systems, power quality, and electrical compliance
  • Experience with PLCs, inverters, and maintenance systems
  • Proven leadership and team management capability

Apply today, by sending your CV and I will contact you for a discussion.

Contact Aine ODwyer on 086 169 6824 or email aodwyer@frsrecruitment for a confidential chat

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Who is hiring for the Senior Electrical Engineer role?
FRS Recruitment is hiring for the Senior Electrical Engineer position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Senior Electrical Engineer job located?
The Senior Electrical Engineer role with FRS Recruitment is based in Cavan, IE.
What does the Senior Electrical Engineer role pay?
FRS Recruitment lists the Senior Electrical Engineer role at EUR 70,000–71,000 per year.
Is the Senior Electrical Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at FRS Recruitment.
What experience level is the Senior Electrical Engineer role?
The Senior Electrical Engineer position is aimed at senior-level candidates.
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