Site Engineer - Electrical

About the Role

Ethos Engineering is looking for a technically skilled and motivated Electrical Site Engineer to join our team and support the delivery of high-profile projects across Ireland and EMEA. This role is ideal for someone with a strong electrical background who thrives in a site-based environment and is eager to work on a diverse range of projects including data centres commercial builds industrial developments and fit-outs.

Youll play a key role in ensuring high-quality electrical installations that align with design intent safety standards and project timelines. Flexibility and willingness to travel are essential as this role will involve working across multiple sites throughout Ireland and potentially Europe.

About You

• Degree qualified or certified in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Proven experience in electrical site engineering preferably within building services
• Strong understanding of electrical systems: LV/MV distribution emergency lighting cable containment fire alarm systems etc.
• Confident communicator with excellent coordination and reporting skills
• Detail-focused organised and able to manage deadlines on active construction sites
• A proactive mindset and strong problem-solving abilities
• Comfortable mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
• Full driving licence and flexibility to travel across project sites in Ireland and EMEA

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Installation & Quality Oversight

• Review and interpret electrical design drawings specifications and installation benchmarks
• Attend FATs and witness testing to ensure products meet technical requirements
• Carry out system walkdowns snagging inspections and maintain snag/defect lists
• Check all electrical installations align with design intent safety codes and industry best practice
• Oversee QA/QC of electrical packages including LV/MV systems emergency lighting fire alarm security systems and containment

Site Coordination & Reporting

• Liaise with electrical contractors subcontractors and commissioning teams
• Maintain a detailed site diary record progress and escalate risks or issues to project leads
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure timely reporting to project planners and managers
• Use tools like ProCore and Zutec for documentation variation orders and compliance uploads
• Ensure site documentation records and installation drawings are up to date and accurate

Safety Leadership & Team Support

• Adhere to and enforce Health & Safety regulations across all site activities
• Support the site safety manager in implementing safe systems of work
• Develop strong professional relationships with site personnel and stakeholders
• Mentor and support junior engineers through technical guidance and knowledge sharing
• Contribute to team development and continuous improvement across project delivery.

Benefits:

• Flexible working times
• 20 Days holidays up to 25 days
• Pension Scheme
• Working travel out-of-pocket expenses
• Travel tax scheme or bike-to-work scheme
• Regular training/mentoring / further college support
• Support for Chartership
• Subsidised Health Insurance Allowance
• A Professional Subscription Fee paid by the company
• Paid Statutory Leaves
• Healthcare check-ups and flu vaccinations
• Gym / Fitness membership
• Heavily subsidised social committee (5 a side golf society climbing club and regular social events)

At Ethos we offer free Fridays every second Friday as a perk! Apply today and take the first step towards a healthier work-life balance!

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