Staff Electrical Engineer
We’re hiring a Staff Electrical Engineer to help shape next-generation automation and machine platforms. This role suits someone who enjoys owning electrical design end-to-end, working across system architecture, safety, EMC, documentation, and complex electro-mechanical systems.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for automation equipment, including schematics, cabinet layouts, wiring harnesses, and BOM creation.
• Contribute to system architecture, requirements definitions, and project planning.
• Select and specify electrical components for high-reliability industrial applications.
• Perform electro-mechanical calculations, simulations, and technical reviews.
• Support testing, initial sample inspections, and execution of validation plans.
• Create and maintain GDP-compliant technical documentation.
• Collaborate closely with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and internal cross-functional teams.

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) with 10+ years’ experience
• Strong technical leadership and a hands-on, structured engineering approach
• Deep expertise in hardware with broad understanding of areas such as quality, procurement, and manufacturing
• Experience in system engineering, reliability engineering, and structured problem-solving
• Skilled in SolidWorks (bonus: SolidWorks Electrical or EPlan)
• Knowledge of EMC, Machinery Directive, EN 60204-1, IEC 61010-1
• Familiar with risk tools such as Safexpert and Sistema
• Excellent documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• MS Office proficiency; experience with MS Project, Jira, or Sage is a plus

• A senior technical role with real impact — you’ll influence engineering direction, drive innovation across automation platforms, and work in a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and next-generation machine design.

For further information on this role in please contact on Gavin Moran on 087 4108620 or connect@hero.ie

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