Tunnelling Specialist - Geotechnical Engineering - HV Grid Infrastructure - Dublin (Hybrid) - 24 Month Contract A leading Irish utility is seeking an experienced Tunnelling Specialist to support early-stage technical engagement on major underground infrastructure associated with future high-voltage network development. Working within a central Engineering and Major Projects function, this role will provide specialist tunnelling and geotechnical expertise during the pre-development and early engagement phase of a significant pipeline of grid infrastructure works. The successful candidate will play a key role in reviewing feasibility submissions, challenging methodologies, and helping the organisation prepare for its first large-scale tunnelling programme. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Interrogate tunnelling feasibility reports, methodologies and programme assumptions</li><li>Provide robust technical feedback on constructability and delivery approach</li><li>Review and challenge third-party tunnelling proposals and documentation</li><li>Coordinate multidisciplinary input across engineering, delivery and geotechnical teams</li><li>Identify risks, constraints and information gaps within early-stage submissions</li><li>Assess potential impacts on existing and future HV infrastructure</li><li>Support organisational readiness for major tunnelling delivery</li><li>Prepare clear technical reports and internal briefings</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Extensive experience in tunnelling and/or geotechnical engineering</li><li>Strong understanding of soil and rock mechanics and ground behaviour</li><li>Deep knowledge of modern tunnelling techniques (TBM, cut-and-cover, microtunnelling)</li><li>Experience with dewatering, grouting and waterproofing in complex ground condition</li><li>Proven ability to review and challenge third-party technical submissions</li><li>Minimum 10 years’ experience on major infrastructure or utilities projects</li><li>Chartered Engineer (or equivalent internationally recognised status)</li><li>Degree-qualified in Engineering (Level 8 or equivalent)</li><li>Strong stakeholder coordination and communication skills</li></ul>Contract Details:<ul><li>24-month contract</li><li>Start: Q2 2026</li><li>Location: Dublin (hybrid – 2 days onsite)</li><li>Working hours: Monday-Friday, standard business hours</li><li>Long-term programme visibility</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity to influence the early-stage strategy of a major underground infrastructure programme within a highly regarded engineering environment. If you’re interested, please apply or email your CV to roman.floyd@hunterphilips.com.

Tunnelling Specialist

66kV SAP – Offshore Wind - 2/2rotation , SOV - June start - Day rate, outside IR35 - 12 month initial contract I’m looking for experienced 66kV Senior Authorised Persons to support a major offshore wind development during construction &amp; commissioning. You will be supporting offshore converter stations and WTG assets. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Maintain and promote the highest standards of health &amp; safety</li><li>Prepare, issue and cancel safety documentation</li><li>Develop and implement switching schedules</li><li>Perform switching, isolation and earthing duties</li><li>Conduct pre-energisation inspections</li><li>Carry out HV switchgear testing and basic protection testing</li><li>Produce and review RAMS and maintenance plans</li><li>Deliver planned and reactive HV maintenance</li><li>Fault finding and troubleshooting on HV plant</li><li>Respond to site outages and emergency scenarios</li><li>Liaise closely with Lead SAPs and Electrical Works Coordinators</li><li>Work offshore on SOV or Jack-up vessels during rotations</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>WTG experience</li><li>66kV experience (33kV will be considered)</li><li>Full GWO</li><li>OEUK medical</li><li>Chester step</li></ul>Logistics:<ul><li>2/2 rotation</li><li>SOV</li><li>June start</li><li>12 month contract</li><li>Day rate, outside IR35</li></ul> If you are a 66kV SAP with offshore experience and looking for a new role, please send your CV to josie.wade@hunterphilips.com and book in a call with me.

66kV Senior Authorised Person

Protection/Secondary Systems Commissioning Engineer - 500kV Transgrid Substation – NSW, Australia - $Excellent Day Rate - 12 Month Contract - April Start Date - 11 Days On &amp; 3 Off Roster (10 Hour Days) We&#39;re currently supporting a major Tier 1 delivery contractor on a 500kV transmission substation connection project in New South Wales, who&#39;re looking for 2 x Protection / Secondary Systems Commissioning Engineers for an initial 12-month contract, starting in April (extensions highly likely). The roster is 11 days on (travel time included) &amp; 3 days off. Project/Company:<ul><li>Utility-scale renewable generation connection into the 500kV transmission network</li><li>New EHV substation and grid connection works, delivered for a leading Australian TSO</li><li>Part of Australia’s major grid expansion supporting renewable integration</li><li>Long-term programme with continuation opportunities beyond initial scope</li></ul> Responsibilities:<ul><li>Commissioning of protection &amp; control systems on EHV substations</li><li>Testing and commissioning of distance, transformer, line differential and busbar protection schemes</li><li>Secondary injection and end-to-end testing</li><li>IED configuration and verification</li><li>SCADA and substation automation system interface testing</li><li>Point-to-point checks and functional testing</li><li>Review of protection settings, drawings and commissioning procedures</li><li>Preparation and completion of commissioning documentation and test records</li><li>Coordination with construction teams, OEM engineers and client representatives on site</li></ul> Requirements:<ul><li>Demonstrated commissioning experience on transmission substations (275kV / 330kV / 400kV / 500kV preferred)</li><li>Strong background in protection relay commissioning</li><li>Experience with OEM protection schemes (SEL, Siemens SIPROTEC, ABB/Hitachi, GE, Schneider etc.)</li><li>Hands-on experience using OMICRON or equivalent test equipment</li><li>Understanding of substation automation and SCADA interfaces</li><li>Ability to operate independently within live HV commissioning environments</li></ul> Interested? Please apply by submitting your resume or get in touch using the contact information below to learn more! Cian McLoughlinSenior Recruitment ConsultantHunter Philips Executive SearchLandline: +44 161 240 3338Mobile: +44 7881 418 441Email: cian.mcloughlin@hunterphilips.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cian-mcloughlin-628a72258Web: http://hunterphilips.com/

Secondary/Protection Commissioning Engineer

Client Representative / Site Manager - Utility-Scale Solar - York, England - 12 Month Contract A leading renewable energy IPP is seeking an experienced Client-side Representative / Site Manager to support the delivery of a live solar farm project in the West Yorkshire region. With construction already underway, the client is looking to strengthen on-site oversight to ensure the EPC remains aligned with programme, quality, and HSE expectations. This is a hands-on site delivery role suited to a strong construction professional who can confidently challenge and drive performance on the ground. Job OverviewYou will act as the client’s on-site presence, overseeing EPC delivery and ensuring works are executed safely, compliantly, and to programme. The role requires a practical individual with strong site awareness and the confidence to intervene where required to maintain progress and standards. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Drive day-to-day site delivery and ensure works progress in line with programme</li><li>Act as client representative on site, holding the EPC accountable to design and contractual requirements</li><li>Monitor programme, productivity, and sequencing, identifying and addressing slippage</li><li>Maintain strong HSE oversight through site walkdowns and proactive intervention</li><li>Oversee quality assurance, inspections, and site reporting back to the project team</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Proven experience in a Site Manager, Construction Manager, or Client Representative capacity</li><li>Strong background in utility-scale solar, renewables, or similar infrastructure projects</li><li>Contractor-side experience highly advantageous</li><li>Strong programme and site delivery focus with the confidence to challenge EPC performance</li><li>Solid understanding of HSE and quality requirements on live construction sites</li><li>Civils-biased construction knowledge preferred; electrical exposure beneficial</li></ul>Contract Details:<ul><li>Contract: Freelance</li><li>Duration: 12 months initial (with extension potential) - Outside IR35</li><li>Start Date: ASAP</li><li>Location: York, England</li></ul>If you’re interested, please reach out via LinkedIn or email roman.floyd@hunterphilips.com.

Client Representative / Site Manager

Project Manager / Senior Authorised Person – 12 Month Contract – South East, England – Outside IR35 – Offshore wind – April start I am currently recruiting for an experienced Project Manager / Senior Authorised Person to support a major infrastructure project within the transmission and distribution sector. This role would suit someone with a strong engineering background who combines HV authorisations with proven project delivery experience. The Role:<ul><li>Act as the key interface between the client and site team</li><li>Take full ownership of project delivery (programme, budget &amp; scope)</li><li>Manage stakeholders and provide regular progress updates</li><li>Ensure full compliance with HSE regulations</li><li>Oversee work packages and coordinate site teams</li><li>Provide electrical safety from the system</li><li>Issue and cancel safety documents</li><li>Prepare and implement switching schedules</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Previous experience as a Project Manager within HV / Transmission / Substation projects</li><li>Current or previous Senior Authorised Person authorisations (preferably 132kV+)</li><li>Strong understanding of Electrical Safety Rules</li><li>Experience managing budgets and reporting on financial performance</li><li>Ability to liaise confidently with clients and senior stakeholders</li><li>Engineering, production or maintenance background</li></ul>Logistics:<ul><li>Hybrid</li><li>Monday to Friday</li><li>12 month contract (Outside IR35)</li><li>April start</li></ul>If you are interested and meet the requirements, please send your CV to josie.wade@hunterephilips.com and your availability to discuss further. Alternatively, please call me on + 44 161 240 3228 or +44 7901 940 782

Project Manager

The Role: Products Solution EngineerLocation: Birmigham, Glasgow, London (hybrid) Role Summary: We are looking for a Products Solution Engineer to be apart of our clients European hub for technical Pre-Sales. You will be responsible for capturing market opportunities within the Electric Utilities industry. This role requires an understanding of Protection &amp; Control within the Electric Transmission or Distribution industry and ideally you will have an understanding of Ethernet communication and Cyber Security. The company: Our client develops, delivers, and supports advanced automation technologies that help electric utilities modernise and optimise transmission and distribution networks - including protection, control, SCADA, remote monitoring, outage management, secure communications, and data‑driven grid operations. The business unit is recognised as a global leader in grid automation products, software, and services. Brief Responsibilities:<ul><li>To give in depth technical support across pre-sales to assist the sales teams.</li><li>To be the customer interface and provide technical solutions against client issues - provide technical demos and product presentations</li><li>To have the relevant knowledge in a single product or product line.</li><li>Able to contribute to on-site implementation of products and services, and create working prototypes to validate and showcase solution feasibility</li></ul>

Technical Specialist - Pre Sales

66kV SAP – Offshore Wind - 2/2rotation (subject to change to 3/3) - ASAP start - Day rate, outside IR35 - 12 month initial contract I’m looking for experienced 66kV Senior Authorised Persons to support a major offshore wind development during construction &amp; commissioning. You will be supporting offshore converter stations and WTG assets. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Maintain and promote the highest standards of health &amp; safety</li><li>Prepare, issue and cancel safety documentation</li><li>Develop and implement switching schedules</li><li>Perform switching, isolation and earthing duties</li><li>Conduct pre-energisation inspections</li><li>Carry out HV switchgear testing and basic protection testing</li><li>Produce and review RAMS and maintenance plans</li><li>Deliver planned and reactive HV maintenance</li><li>Fault finding and troubleshooting on HV plant</li><li>Respond to site outages and emergency scenarios</li><li>Liaise closely with Lead SAPs and Electrical Works Coordinators</li><li>Work offshore on SOV or Jack-up vessels during rotations</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>WTG experience</li><li>66kV experience (33kV will be considered if multi-feed)</li><li>Full GWO</li><li>OEUK medical</li><li>Chester step</li></ul>Logistics:<ul><li>2/2 rotation (subject to change to 3/3)</li><li>ASAP start</li><li>12 month contract</li><li>Day rate, outside IR35</li><li>SOV, with some CTV work</li></ul>If you are a 66kV SAP with offshore experience and looking for a new role, please send your CV to josie.wade@hunterphilips.com and book in a call with me.

<h2>Senior Grid Connection Manager – Utility-Scale BESS (Germany)</h2>A fast-growing renewable energy platform is expanding its German pipeline of utility-scale battery storage projects and is looking to appoint an experienced Grid Connection Manager. This is a key position within the business, sitting at the critical interface between project development, engineering, and grid operators. You will lead the full grid connection process for large-scale storage assets across Germany and play an active role in shaping the company’s long-term grid strategy. <h3>Your Role</h3>You will take end-to-end responsibility for securing and delivering grid connections for large-scale BESS projects in the high and extra-high voltage range.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Taking commercial and technical ownership of grid connection processes with German DSOs and TSOs</li><li>Driving negotiations on connection conditions, timelines and technical requirements</li><li>Challenging studies, connection assumptions and technical constraints where needed</li><li>Aligning engineering, development and construction around realistic grid strategies</li><li>Ensuring projects are compliant, bankable and technically robust</li><li>Tracking regulatory and infrastructure developments and adjusting strategy accordingly</li></ul> <h3>Your Profile</h3><ul><li>An academic background in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Technology or a comparable technical field</li><li>Proven hands-on experience leading grid connection procedures within the German market</li><li>In-depth knowledge of high and extra-high voltage infrastructure, including applicable grid codes and technical connection standards</li><li>Practical exposure to working directly with German distribution and transmission system operators</li><li>Strong negotiation capabilities combined with a methodical and well-structured approach to project execution</li><li>Flexibility to travel nationally as project phases require</li><li>Business-fluent German and confident communication skills in English</li></ul><h3>summer.mee@hunterphilips.com</h3>+49 89 37049995

Senior Grid Connection Manager

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