Graduate Electrical Design Engineer

Reporting to the Lead Process Engineer and working with the EICA Design Engineering team, the Graduate Electrical Design Engineer will assist the preparation of preliminary designs, detailed designs, and the ongoing support of live contracts for water /wastewater treatment solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Developing Lighting Design, Small Power Design, Fire Alarm Design, Security System Design (Layout Drawings, Schematics and Schedules).
•  Developing Single Line Drawings and Cable Schedules from the Process & Instrumentation Diagrams.
• Application of appropriate software to provide guidance, solutions and successful outcomes to achieve project objectives.
• Adopting relevant standards in design to ensure regulatory and legal compliance.
• Support pricing of electrical, instrumentation and control, (MEICA) equipment
• Support testing (FAT and SAT) of MCC panels
• Developing Cable Calculations and review of subcontractor panel drawings.
• Undertaking site visits to live project locations.
• Develop relationships with supply chain partners (products/services) and customers.
• Application of appropriate software and processes to provide solutions.
• Adopting relevant standards in design to streamline engineering tasks.
• Participation in HAZOP's studies.
• Effective time management and execution of work within defined timelines.
• Check/understand Specifications, Drawings and other Contract Documents.
• Develop and maintain commercial awareness.
• Undertake Continued Professional Development (CPD).

Desirable Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree (L8) in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong Problem solving and trouble-shooting skills.
• Excellent oral communication and written reporting skills.
• Good people skills
• Full clean Irish/EU driving licence
• Be authorised to work in Ireland, no sponsorship available

Coftec is an Irish engineering company specialising in the design, manufacture, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of innovative water and wastewater treatment solutions for municipal and industrial clients.

Part of the Coffey Group and headquartered in Athenry, Coftec delivers customised and modular treatment plants, mechanical and electrical installations, and advanced process technologies. With nearly 50 years of experience in the water industry, the company provides full turnkey solutions, from concept and design through to installation, commissioning, and ongoing service, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance across all projects.