Graduate Engineer – Electrical Engineer

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Dublin, IRL
In-Office
Entry level
Professional Services • Transportation • Consulting • Design
The Role
Join a structured graduate programme focused on energy and sustainable infrastructure projects. Gain hands-on experience across design, construction, and project delivery through rotations and collaboration with engineers and project managers. Apply electrical engineering fundamentals to power systems, renewable energy, substations, and transmission or distribution projects. Responsibilities include interpreting electrical drawings, supporting technical studies, managing assigned tasks, participating in multidisciplinary teams, and undertaking site visits and travel.
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Company Description

We are proud to take an active part in shaping Ireland’s future. To work with the government, clients and communities to plan, build and sustain infrastructure that will advance and enhance the Irish way of life.

The Egis team have been active in Ireland since 1959, evolving and expanding over time into a company that offers an end-to-end service; planning, designing and operating smart cities, active travel systems, water and energy infrastructure, buildings and structures.

In 2023 JB Barry and Partners was welcomed into Egis, bringing our award-winning team to almost 600 members across 16 offices nationwide. Our Team includes designers, engineers, surveyors, project managers, technologists, geo-technical and environmental teams, asset and maintenance managers and quantity surveyors all working together 

We work in partnership with public sector clients and private companies both at home and internationally, and we are committed to supporting the government in realising their climate, infrastructural and societal goals as part of Project Ireland 2040

Our key areas of expertise in Structural Design include:

  • Smart cities
  • Large Scale Residential and Commercial Buildings
  • Water & Wastewater

Our key areas of expertise in Civil  include

  • Rail & Urban transit
  • Active travel
  • Roads and bridges
  • Water & Wastewater
  • Smart cities
  • Energy
  • Consulting and Operations

Job Description

As a Graduate Engineer, you will join our structured Graduate Programme, designed to accelerate your professional development and provide exposure to some of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects, focusing on Energy and Sustainable Projects

You will work alongside experienced engineers and project managers, gaining hands-on experience in design, construction, and delivery phases. Rotations will allow you to explore different disciplines and understand the full lifecycle of major projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Essential

  • Good understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals, including three-phase power systems, transformers, electrical machines, protection and electrical safety.
  • Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to interpret single-line diagrams, electrical drawings, schematics and technical data.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Competence in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
  • Ability to manage assigned tasks and work to agreed deadlines.
  • Willingness to undertake site visits and travel as required.
  • Desirable

  • Internship, placement or project experience within an engineering consultancy, utility, contractor, developer or power-sector organisation.
  • Exposure to wind, solar PV, BESS, substations or transmission/distribution projects.
  • Understanding of MV/HV systems, including cables, transformers, switchgear, protection and earthing.
  • Familiarity with DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP, PSCAD or similar power-system software.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD and electrical layout or SLD preparation.
  • Exposure to load-flow, short-circuit, cable-sizing or protection studies.
  • Awareness of EirGrid, ESB Networks and the Irish grid-connection environment.
  • Awareness of IEC/EN electrical standards.

A full Driving Licience is required

Qualifications

  • Level 8 Honours Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering (minimum 2.1) from an accredited institution.
  • Level 9 postgraduate qualification in Electrical Power Systems, Renewable Energy or Energy Systems Engineering would be advantageous.
  • Degree meeting, or capable of meeting, the academic requirements for progression toward Chartered Engineer status with Engineers Ireland or an equivalent professional institution.

Additional Information

We are committed to our planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.

Skills Required

  • Level 8 Honours Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Electronic Engineering from an accredited institution, with a minimum 2.1 grade.
  • Degree must meet, or be capable of meeting, academic requirements for progression toward Chartered Engineer status.
  • Understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals, including three-phase power systems, transformers, electrical machines, protection, and electrical safety.
  • Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to interpret single-line diagrams, electrical drawings, schematics, and technical data.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Competence in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
  • Ability to manage assigned tasks and meet agreed deadlines.
  • Willingness to undertake site visits and travel as required.
  • Full driving licence.
  • Level 9 postgraduate qualification in Electrical Power Systems, Renewable Energy, or Energy Systems Engineering.
  • Internship, placement, or project experience in an engineering consultancy, utility, contractor, developer, or power-sector organisation.
  • Exposure to wind, solar PV, BESS, substations, or transmission and distribution projects.
  • Understanding of MV/HV systems, including cables, transformers, switchgear, protection, and earthing.
  • Familiarity with DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP, PSCAD, or similar power-system software.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD and electrical layout or single-line diagram preparation.
  • Exposure to load-flow, short-circuit, cable-sizing, or protection studies.
  • Awareness of EirGrid, ESB Networks, and the Irish grid-connection environment.
  • Awareness of IEC/EN electrical standards.
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The Company
HQ: Paris
23,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1970

What We Do

Egis is a leading global architecture, consulting, construction engineering, operations, and mobility services firm that designs and operates intelligent solutions to build a more balanced, sustainable, and resilient world.

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