Site Resident Engineer (Electrical & Controls Engineer)

About the Role

As a Site Resident Engineer (Electrical) you will be Ethos Engineerings on-site representative for a large-scale data centre project in Ireland. You will play a key role in overseeing electrical and controls installations ensuring works are delivered safely in full compliance with design intent specifications and Irish regulatory requirements.

Working closely with contractors commissioning teams project managers and designers you will monitor progress quality and compliance throughout construction and commissioning stages. This is a hands-on site-based role suited to an experienced engineer who thrives in a fast-paced technically complex environment and takes pride in high-quality project delivery.

Experience & Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline

• Minimum of 5 years experience working as a Site Engineer ideally within data centre or similarly complex environments

• Experience working with main contractors subcontractors or within a project-based organisation

• Strong understanding of Irish Health Safety and Environmental regulations

• Chartered Engineer status is advantageous but not essential

• Must be based in Ireland and eligible to work on site full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary on-site electrical engineering representative for Ethos Engineering

• Attend and chair site meetings with electrical contractors to ensure full understanding of drawings specifications and design intent

• Disseminate technical information clearly to site teams including foremen operatives and subcontractors

• Monitor installation works to ensure compliance with specifications benchmarks and recognised good practice

• Carry out routine site inspections and produce snagging and defects lists

• Undertake inspections in accordance with Building Control (Amendment) Regulations (BCaR) and upload records to Zutec

• Liaise with project planners to monitor construction programmes and report contractor progress to Project Managers

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with electrical commissioning teams to track progress risks and deadlines

• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) as required and document compliance with technical performance criteria

• Witness site testing and system demonstrations to confirm readiness for client handover

• Ensure all contractor works align with the latest approved drawings and specifications

• Maintain accurate site diaries reports and quality records

• Manage documentation and workflows through Procore and Zutec

• Support quality control processes in line with method statements quality plans and inspection and test plans

• Supervise and mentor junior or trainee engineers on site

• Assist the Safety Manager in promoting and monitoring safe working practices

• Actively manage your own professional development and contribute to team knowledge sharing

Technical Skills & Expertise

• Strong technical knowledge across electrical systems including:

  • Low voltage and medium voltage distribution systems

  • Fire alarm systems

  • Lighting and emergency lighting

  • Cable containment systems

  • Security systems

• Understanding of electrical measurement parameters for LV and MV systems

• Experience with electrical QA/QC and compliance checking

• Working knowledge of BIM and 3D coordination with the ability to use Navisworks as a site review tool

• Proficiency in site data and document management platforms such as Procore and Zutec

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and site management software

Personal Attributes & Team Fit

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to produce clear objective reports

• Professional confident and capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels

• Strong organisational skills with a proactive solutions-focused mindset

• Ability to assess analyse and adapt to evolving site conditions

• Demonstrates initiative resilience and attention to detail

• Committed to collaboration mentoring and maintaining high engineering standards

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)
  
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