Electrical Engineer

Team Horizon is seeking a Electrical Engineer for a leading pharmaceutical company in South Dublin.

Why you should apply:

• This is an excellent opportunity to join a world class manufacturing operation, with an outstanding track record of reliably delivering high-quality medicines to patients around the world suffering serious illnesses.


• There is a strong culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the company to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people’s lives.


• Our client is developing the capability to produce all its medicines in Dublin, helping to ensure continuity of supply of our medicines as they expand internationally.

What you will be doing:

• Support client-side design team in all efforts related to the Facility Electrical Systems.


• Coordinate client-side electrical design by liaising with Site SMEs and Engineering Technical Authority (ETA).


• Lead and participate in client-side design reviews for electrical and power distribution systems.


• Participate in cross-functional package, area, and project design teams in alignment with overall design goals.


• Provide input into vendor selection and technical assessment processes related to electrical equipment and systems.


• Review and contribute to electrical system drawings, URS, HDS, SDS, load schedules, single-line diagrams, equipment specifications, and electrical layouts.


• Oversee the design and integration of power distribution, lighting, earthing, UPS systems, and emergency power installations.


• Support commissioning and qualification activities related to electrical systems, including CMSATs, energization, and troubleshooting.


• Provide technical support to Automation, Controls & Validation teams for equipment interfaces and electrical compliance.


• Attend and contribute to Vendor FATs, SATs, C&Q activities, and validation testing, at vendor or site locations as required.


• Manage and coordinate the electrical testing and inspection program, ensuring compliance with company standards and applicable regulations.


• Liaise with the Maintenance Group to support the integration of electrical assets into MAXIMO or other asset management systems.


• Provide input and direction into schedule and cost management discussions to meet project objectives as defined by the Design Manager, Project Manager, and Steering Committee.


• Maintain a strong on-site presence during construction, providing oversight and supervision of the electrical installation and ensuring design intent is met.


• Any duties as assigned.

What you need to apply:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated industrial design/build/start-up environments, with direct responsibility for electrical design and commissioning.


• Proven experience delivering large-scale, complex electrical infrastructure projects in GMP environments.


• Strong knowledge of electrical standards, codes, and best practices (e.g., IS, IEC, BS EN, NFPA).


• Ability to challenge, defend, and present technical aspects of design decisions.


• Demonstrated competence in contractor coordination, field installation supervision, and problem-solving.Degree-level qualification in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering (or equivalent). Professional certification or chartered status preferred but not required.