Material Assessment Services – Specialist Lead – Band 6

Job title: Material Assessment Services – Specialist Lead – Band 6

Company: ESB


Job description: Position descriptionEngineering and Major Projects is the centre of engineering delivery within ESB.The Generation Engineering department in ESB Engineering and Major Projects is the centre of engineering for ESB’s generation businesses and provides consultancy services in generation technology for external and international clients.We currently have an opportunity for a Specialist to join our Generation Engineering team. The successful candidate will support ESB in the delivery of Generation projects (Thermal, Renewables & Distributed Generation) in both new build and the existing plant portfolio and will also support the ESB International business.Key ResponsibilitiesLeading and delivering power plant integrity assessments including assessment of defective power plant components – low and high temperature (e.g. failure investigation, Root cause analysis, reverse code calculation, fracture mechanics, finite element analysis).Developing risk-based inspection strategies and assessing inspection results, i.e. making run / repair / replace decisionsProviding technical support and advice, including producing formal technical reportsLegislative compliance e.g. PSSR.Power plant inspection (e.g. steam and water pressure parts, boiler tube surveys, support surveys), with an understanding of materials selection, damage/degradation mechanisms and life assessment.Knowledge of power plant mechanical engineering, operations and maintenance.Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of standards, legislation and good practice.In addition, you will have excellent organisational, problem solving, communication and report writing skills.Experience and QualificationsEssentialDegree or equivalent in mechanical engineering, Metallurgy or engineering materials.Minimum of 7 years of working on industrial power plant and large machinery.Full Irish (compatible) driving licenceBe an excellent communicator, written and verbal.DesirableWelding qualification and a strong knowledge of non-destructive and metallurgical inspection techniques based on first-hand field experience.Readiness and proven ability to be ‘hands-on’ in relation to failure investigation and metallurgical preparation.Be willing to work on-site for long periods and unsociable hours.Work in teams in a collaborative manner but also be willing be solely responsible for decisions made.Chartered Engineer or working towards professional registration is desirable.LocationThis position will be based in EMP offices Eastgate, Cork.ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.Reporting ToManager, Material Assessment Services.Why Work with Us?Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon futureProgressive, hybrid working modelCareer development through mentoring and trainingCorporate Social Responsibility OpportunitiesSports and Social ClubsNetworking opportunitiesCredit UnionGenerous PensionAccess to staff well-being programmesGenerous parental leave entitlementsStrong values-based and inclusive cultureStrong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusionGreat team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and TrustedSalary€69,000 – €81,000 per annumClosing Date26th June 2025Diversity, Equity and Inclusion StatementESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].About ESBJoin us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.

Expected salary: €69000 – 81000 per year

Location: Dublin

Job date: Fri, 13 Jun 2025 06:39:24 GMT

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