Project Engineer

CEL are an Irish based 40-year manufacturer, distributor and exporter of electrical switchgear, controls, and related products and services, now focused on the supplying the global Data Centre industry. CEL is led by a hard-working team who value collaboration, continuous improvement, excellence in quality and commercial curiosity; this is your chance to develop your career as part of a dynamic team and organisation. Through this role, you will ensure CEL continue to enhance our reputation for building the best quality switchgear with support systems that exceed our customer expectations.

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Electrical Design Manager, the CEL Project Engineer - Production Support role is to provide a seamless, efficient and technically competent interface between the CEL Engineering Department and the CEL Production Department.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Be the main point of contact for the Production Department to interface with the wider engineering team.
• Review and provide answers to technical queries from the production department in relation to the engineering designs.
• Work with the engineering team to resolve outstanding queries from production.
• Attend all production related meetings on behalf of the engineering team.
• Attend the engineering weekly meetings to report on current issues.
• Assist with reviews of new designs.
• Assist with implementation of continuous improvements to the technical designs on an ongoing basis.
• Assist with closing out and creating improvements to raised NCRs
• Manage the creation of projects on ACC, ensuring that all input data is correct at the start of the project.
• Responsible for ensuring that all engineering provided documentation to the Production Department are the latest versions on ACC.
• Other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time, to ensure an efficient interface to the Engineering Department.

• A Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Alternatively, a time served electrician with strong low voltage switchgear assembly experience will be
• considered for this role.
• Additional training in power systems or switchgear design is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of IEC standards applicable to switchgear (e.g., IEC 61439)
• Knowledge of Form of Separation and internal segregation requirements.
• Understanding of electrical protection principles and power distribution systems.
• Familiarity with MCCs, Package Substations, RPPS systems, and custom LV assemblies.
• Understanding of industry best practices in panel design and safety compliance.

Key Competencies:

• Relevant experience (3-5 years) in electrical design within the switchgear or power distribution industry.
• Strong technical interpretation skills for specifications and tender documents.
• Good understanding of electrical component selection and integration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word).
• Strong attention to detail and structured engineering approach.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.

Why Join CEL Critical Power?

Join a Trusted Industry Leader – 42 Years of Excellence
CEL has been delivering high-quality, bespoke power distribution solutions for over four decades, with products that stand the test of time.

Be Part of a Global Expansion
With CEL launching its first US manufacturing plant, you will have the opportunity to work on international projects and documentation standards while collaborating with colleagues across North America.

Collaborate with World-Class Engineers, Vendors & Industry Experts
You’ll work alongside leading engineers, project managers, document controllers, product managers, and global vendors, ensuring excellence and operational success across CEL’s international teams.

Shape the Future of CEL – Critical Power
This is more than just an operator role—it’s an opportunity to help forge the future of CEL and our expansion across the US.

Competitive Salary, Benefits & Career Growth
We offer structured career development, professional training, and leadership opportunities, ensuring long-term career progression.

Apply Now – This is a CEL Critical Power-Critical Hire!

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday to Friday