Limerick or Dublin, Ireland Remote (Country) Full-time

Kirby Group Engineering is hiring a Lead Electrical Design Engineer

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor project engineering teams across advanced electrical and construction processes within large data centre environments.
  • Deliver high‑quality electrical design work with strong proficiency in data centre systems and engineering principles.
  • Collaborate effectively with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal teams in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments.
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, design guides, building regulations, EN/IEC standards, ETCI or BS7671, and industry best practices.
  • Prepare and deliver clear presentations, reports, and technical documentation using MS Office and other design tools.
  • Oversee the development of detailed electrical, control, ICT, security/monitoring, and fire detection system designs.
  • Apply strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to deliver effective, compliant, and innovative engineering solutions.
  • Maintain a forward‑looking, open‑minded approach to design challenges and project delivery.

Requirements

  • Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills.
  • High proficiency in electrical systems design—especially data centre design.
  • Ability to work calmly and constructively with cross‑functional teams in fast‑paced environments.
  • A methodical, detail‑oriented approach with strong personal integrity.
  • Experience interacting with clients, vendors, and contractors.
  • Strong knowledge of ETCI/BS7671 regulations, Building Regulations, EN/IEC Standards, and industry design guides.
  • Recent experience with tools such as Amtech, ETAP, EPLAN P8, PSCAD, DIgSILENT, CDEGS, Adobe Pro/Bluebeam, MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, and Revit/Navisworks.
  • A solid track record in data centre/mission‑critical projects (2–3 years).
  • 5–7 years direct electrical design experience.
  • 2–3 years experience leading engineering and/or design teams.
  • Strong understanding of advanced electrical, control, ICT, and life‑safety systems.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of design and construction industry best practices.
  • Ability to travel as required.
  • Third‑level diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Nice to Have

  • Membership or chartership with IET, Engineers Ireland, or an equivalent professional body.

Work Arrangement

Remote (Country) — Limerick, Dublin

Additional Information

  • Domestic & international travel required
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English
Required Skills
MS Office SuiteAutoCAD
About company
Kirby Group Engineering
Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.
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