Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Design Engineer- Kilkenny

Who we are

We are focused on growing a sustainable business centred around our people, our clients and trade partners.

Kilkenny.

• Daily Responsibilities
• Electrical and Instrumentation design for water and wastewater treatment plants.
• MCC (Motor Control Centre) panel design, including specifications, layout drawings, and schematics.
• Selection, specification, and integration of instrumentation for process monitoring and control.
• Design of building services, including:
• Fire alarm systems
• Intruder alarm systems
• General lighting & emergency lighting systems
• Small power installations
• Automation system design, including hardware selection and system architecture development.
• Development of electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, control wiring diagrams, and general arrangement drawings.
• Preparation of technical documentation including specifications, calculations, and control philosophies.
• Process understanding and development of plant control philosophies in collaboration with process engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with Irish Water (Uisce Éireann) standards, WIMES (Water Industry Mechanical and Electrical Specifications), and applicable IEC standards.
• Participation in design reviews, HAZOPs, and project meetings.
• Support construction, commissioning, and handover phases as required.
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and best practices.
• Requirements
• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant design experience, preferably within the water and wastewater industry.
• Strong knowledge of MCC panel design and instrumentation specification.
• Proven experience in building services design including fire, intruder alarm, lighting, and small power systems.
• Familiarity with automation system design and hardware selection (e.g., PLCs, SCADA, remote I/O systems).
• Good understanding of process operations and ability to develop control philosophies.
• Experience with Irish Water (Uisce Éireann) standards, WIMES, and IEC standards (preferable).
• Proficiency in electrical design tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or equivalent).
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Full clean driving license and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

As an employee-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability are the heart of our new 2025 business strategy.

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.

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