Electrical Engineer - Pharma

Electrical Engineer Consultant

Location: Raheen, Co. Limerick
Type: Contract / Consultancy

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer Consultant to join a dynamic engineering team and support the delivery of a major Process Area CAPEX project, alongside smaller projects and day-to-day site operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a proactive engineer with strong technical expertise in electrical systems design, installation, and compliance within a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and maintenance of LV systems (Lighting, General Services, UPS, Arc Flash protection settings) and ELV systems (Fire Alarm, Data, Building Automation).

• Manage and deliver small projects related to electrical infrastructure.

• Support design reviews, installation, and site acceptance testing of electrical equipment.

• Prepare, update, and maintain electrical drawings and documentation.

• Specify and design cGMP-compliant E&I equipment and process controls.

• Oversee and manage electrical systems operating on business IT networks.

• Support the validation team with design documents and protocol execution.

• Investigate equipment and control system issues, including power quality events.

• Prepare engineering evaluations, execute modifications, and manage change control documentation.

• Supervise electrical contractors, ensuring work meets required standards.

• Develop risk assessments, method statements, and maintain strong health & safety practices on site.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, policies, and regulations, upholding company standards and reputation.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).

• 4+ years' experience in electrical engineering, ideally within pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industries.

• Strong knowledge of LV/ELV design, installation, and maintenance.

• Familiarity with cGMP standards and working in compliance-driven environments.

• Proven ability to manage contractors and small-scale electrical projects.

• Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.

This role is ideal for an electrical engineer with hands-on project experience who enjoys working across both large-scale CAPEX projects and smaller operational improvements, ensuring safe, compliant, and reliable electrical infrastructure.