Lead Electrical Engineer
Dillon Engineering ServicesDublin, Ireland • Cork, Ireland
Posted January 16, 2026
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
Dillon Engineering Services is a leading recruitment partner in Ireland that connects top engineering, scientific, and design talent with the country’s most innovative high‑tech sectors, including Bio‑Pharma, Semiconductor, Data Centre, Energy and Construction. Since 2019, the firm has leveraged more than 30 years of combined industry experience to deliver fast, flexible contract and permanent staffing solutions, backed by an extensive database and deep market insight. Candidates benefit from tailored career guidance and access to specialist roles that foster real growth, while clients enjoy responsive, scalable recruitment that aligns talent with project needs. Dillon’s distinctive value lies in its personal relationships, innovative sourcing methods, and long‑term partnership mindset, ensuring success for both employers and professionals.
Job Description
Dillon Engineering Services is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to support the delivery of large-scale industrial and pharmaceutical projects in Cork or Dublin.
Requirements
- Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering (Chartered status an advantage)
- 10–15+ years’ experience working as an Electrical Engineer
- Strong experience delivering electrical engineering design in line with budget, schedule, and quality requirements
- Proven experience working on large-scale projects
- Thorough knowledge of electrical design and engineering techniques
- In-depth knowledge of ETCI Wiring Regulations, IEC Standards, and EN Standards
- Experience working within schedule-driven, multi-disciplinary project teams
- Pharmaceutical project experience is a significant advantage (commercial experience also considered)
