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Job description
We are at the heart of Ireland's energy transition - connecting, operating and transforming the electricity grid to support a low carbon, renewable future.
We are building talented teams that tackle real world challenges every day and help us to achieve our goal to prepare the grid to carry up to 80% of Ireland's electricity from renewable sources.
We are proud to be a certified Great Place to Work, recognised for our culture built on trust, collaboration and inclusion. At EirGrid you will find supportive teams, opportunities to grow and meaningful work. We also offer secure employment with a range of flexible and family friendly working policies to support your life and wellbeing. If you want to know more about what EirGrid has to offer you, visit Life at EirGrid.
If you are ready to make an impact and grow your career in a purpose-led organisation, your journey starts here.
The Opportunity
EirGrid's AI Lab is accelerating its Transformation Programme and is looking for an AI MLOps Engineer. The successful candidate will be a member of the team delivering complex analytics and AI solutions that support both the Power System and wholesale Energy market in Ireland.
The AI Engineer will contribute to shaping the future direction of the AI Lab discipline within EirGrid through the design, development and maintenance of AI solutions supporting the strategic needs of stakeholder's industry wide.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop, test and maintain AI solutions that solve complex business challenges.
- Participate in code reviews, solution design discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimise for efficiency and scalability.
- Stay up to date with the latest AI trends and developments.
- Provide related AI technical expertise and guidance, building trusting stakeholder relationships.
- Contribute to the evolution of internal development practices and tools.
- Collaborate in technical engagements with IT Architecture, Enterprise Security, industry stakeholders, software vendors, data consumers etc.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
- Proficient in AI development and implementation, typically 5+ years' experience. Ideally in fast paced and data-intensive environments.
- Skilled in working with MLOps on cloud platforms, preferably Azure.
- Proficient with programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL.
- Familiarity with API development and integration of AI within applications.
- Understanding of the risks associated with data management - including data handling, classification and data quality.
- Experience on working with Large Language Models (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.) with fine tuning and prompt engineering practices. Co-Pilot Studio experience a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills, demonstrating an understanding of inter-dependencies across a complex application landscape.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Working knowledge of scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Bash).
- Experience with Fabric, Kubernetes and Power Platform tools is advantageous.
Please note we receive a high volume of applications, and as every application is carefully reviewed our response time may vary. If you agree to be considered for other roles this may result in a delayed response as we establish the best fit for your experience. We appreciate your patience.
We value potential as much as experience. If you believe you can succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement.
We're dedicated to diversity and inclusion at EirGrid. We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and the importance of a supportive culture for all our people to achieve their potential. Our diversity and inclusion networks have been designed to create an inclusive culture that enables our people to feel a sense of belonging at work.
As an equal opportunities' employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.
About this role
Posted
27 Oct 2026
Updated
27 Oct 2026
Job type
Full time
Workplace
Flexible
Sectors
Working hours
UTC+00:00
Experience
5+ years
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About EirGrid Group
Company Overview
EirGrid Group
Dublin, Ireland
2006
Approximately 900 employees and revenue of $812.2 million in FY 2024 (source: rocketreach.co).
What They Do
EirGrid Group specializes in the operation and development of Ireland's national high-voltage electricity transmission grid. The company manages the flow of electricity from various generation sources, including a significant focus on renewable energy such as wind and solar farms, to end-users and the distribution network (source: countymeathchamber.ie). Their services encompass real-time grid operation, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply, and planning future infrastructure upgrades. EirGrid also operates the Single Electricity Market (SEM) across Ireland and Northern Ireland, facilitating efficient energy trading (source: eirgrid.ie). The company is committed to transitioning to a grid capable of handling 80% renewable electricity by 2030, currently achieving up to 65% renewables, and aims for a 95% operational capacity in the near future (source: rocketreach.co). Their target markets include the wholesale electricity market on the Irish island, serving both large industrial users and the ESB Networks distribution system.
Projects & Track Record
EirGrid Group has a robust portfolio of projects, including the East-West Interconnector (EWIC), a high-voltage subsea link completed in 2012 that connects Ireland's grid to Great Britain with a capacity of 500 MW (source: eirgrid.ie). The company is also jointly developing the Celtic Interconnector with RTE, a significant 2 GW subsea link from Ireland to France, which is currently under construction (source: siliconrepublic.com). Additionally, EirGrid manages the Greenlink Interconnector, another vital link between Great Britain and Ireland. The North-South Interconnector is another ongoing project, which involves a high-voltage line planned across counties Monaghan, Cavan, and Meath, with landowner engagements already underway (source: cbinsights.com). EirGrid is also leading offshore wind grid development, targeting an additional 10,000 MW of renewable capacity by 2030.
Recent Developments
In 2024, EirGrid Group reported maintaining its revenue at $812.2 million while continuing its grid transformation efforts (source: rocketreach.co). The company is advancing its five-year strategy aimed at achieving 70% renewable electricity by 2030, which includes significant updates on renewable connections, particularly in offshore wind (source: energyireland.ie). Progress on the Celtic Interconnector has been highlighted by CEO Mark Foley, emphasizing its importance for Ireland's energy security in light of Brexit (source: siliconrepublic.com). While there have been no major acquisitions or new funding rounds reported since 2020, the company continues to leverage its earlier SONI acquisition and EU funding to support ongoing projects (source: cbinsights.com). EirGrid's capability to operate the grid at 65% renewables is a significant milestone as they scale towards 95% by 2030.
Working There
EirGrid Group offers a variety of roles across its operations, including positions in transmission system operations, market operations through SEMO, engineering for grid planning, and project management for infrastructure projects like offshore wind and the North-South Interconnector (source: rocketreach.co). The company has departments dedicated to EirGrid TSO, SONI, interconnectors, telecoms, and SEMO, with primary hiring occurring at their Dublin headquarters (source: cms.eirgrid.ie). EirGrid promotes a culture of diversity and collaboration, focusing on building passionate teams for renewable grid transformation and engaging with the community through initiatives like the EirGrid-GAA U20s Football Championship (source: countymeathchamber.ie). While specific benefits are not detailed, the company adheres to regulated tariffs and safety standards, ensuring transparency in leadership and operations (source: cms.eirgrid.ie). Job seekers can explore opportunities on their careers page, focusing on engineering, operations, and renewable energy expertise.
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