Cross Border Senior Test Analyst - Interconnection
We are the people behind Ireland’s electricity grid. We operate the power system with world leading levels of variable asynchronous renewable generation, ensuring that everyone has power when they need it. But that’s not all, we are now transforming the power system for future generations.
And that’s just the beginning of our story. We have a critical purpose. That purpose is to transform the power system to enable our society to reduce our carbon emissions and meet our climate change and net zero ambitions.
Be part of the transformation!
Job Purpose
EirGrid holds licenses as the independent electricity Transmission System Operator (TSO) and Market Operator (MO) in the wholesale trading system in Ireland. EirGrid also has a growing portfolio of regulated cross-border interconnectors and already is the owner and operator of the 500 MW High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) East West interconnector (EWIC) to Wales and is jointly developing the 700 MW HVDC Celtic Interconnector link between Ireland and France. It is also responsible for the integration of proposed merchant HVDC interconnectors such as the Greenlink and Mares Interconnectors to the Irish power system and market as well as the identification of opportunities for new interconnectors to Great Britain, France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Spain.
The Operations & Asset Management Directorate comprises highly skilled professionals with backgrounds in engineering and business/commerce - together they manage the operation of the power system and market, ensuring that the lights stay on in a secure, reliable, sustainable and economic way. The Directorate is also responsible for the implementation of transmission system and market transformation in order to meet the future needs of all users of electricity. This includes the optimal use of interconnectors to enhance security of supply and to reduce Ireland’s reliance on high carbon producing machines and replacing them with renewable generation in line with the government’s National Policy Statement on Electricity Interconnection 2023.
The role of Senior Test Analyst will support the Interconnection function Team in ensuring that it fulfils its objective to integrate and optimise the use of HVDC interconnection assets to deliver the greatest benefit to the System Operation of the Irish transmission grid while supporting the ongoing integration of renewable generation resources.
The role holder will work with the team in areas including multi-disciplined Energy Markets and System Operations Readiness to support the analysis of technical systems testing. The Senior Test Analyst will execute User Acceptance Testing processes from planning through to completion of testing and sign-off of results across multiple IT system deliveries.
The role holder will support complex defect and change management processes, provide regular reporting and resolve issues. The role integrates technical, operational, and strategic management practices to ensure the long-term value and integrity of the power system, asset management and market tools, systems and cross-border processes. The successful candidate will work with the Interconnection Operations team and wider Operations Office to ensure the system operation and market operation solutions in place for the operation of multiple HVDC interconnectors is optimised in accordance with the relevant design specifications and requirements.
This is an important role requiring technical engagement with international TSOs, ICOs, and vendors. As a result, strong skills in communication and an ability to articulate technical concepts and analysis to non-technical audiences is required. The role holder will ensure that all IT and procedural testing of platforms, systems and processes relating to cross border interconnector operations are executed to enable European reintegration of the SEM for the benefit of Irish consumers.
The role holder will have strong analysis, judgement and problem-solving skills along with an ability to make decisions and recommendations in a changing and dynamic environment.
The role holder will be passionate about the strategic aims and objectives of the Group, particularly for interconnection and the role that he/she can play in leading and influencing the integration and transformation of the power system for future generations.
About You
Successful candidates will have the following:
Reporting to the Head of Interconnection, supported by a Team Lead.
Closing Date For Applications
02/01/2026
If you believe you have the skills and experience relevant for this position, please upload your CV and a cover letter. We want to hear from you.
EirGrid is an Equal Opportunities Employer
And that’s just the beginning of our story. We have a critical purpose. That purpose is to transform the power system to enable our society to reduce our carbon emissions and meet our climate change and net zero ambitions.
Be part of the transformation!
Job Purpose
EirGrid holds licenses as the independent electricity Transmission System Operator (TSO) and Market Operator (MO) in the wholesale trading system in Ireland. EirGrid also has a growing portfolio of regulated cross-border interconnectors and already is the owner and operator of the 500 MW High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) East West interconnector (EWIC) to Wales and is jointly developing the 700 MW HVDC Celtic Interconnector link between Ireland and France. It is also responsible for the integration of proposed merchant HVDC interconnectors such as the Greenlink and Mares Interconnectors to the Irish power system and market as well as the identification of opportunities for new interconnectors to Great Britain, France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Spain.
The Operations & Asset Management Directorate comprises highly skilled professionals with backgrounds in engineering and business/commerce - together they manage the operation of the power system and market, ensuring that the lights stay on in a secure, reliable, sustainable and economic way. The Directorate is also responsible for the implementation of transmission system and market transformation in order to meet the future needs of all users of electricity. This includes the optimal use of interconnectors to enhance security of supply and to reduce Ireland’s reliance on high carbon producing machines and replacing them with renewable generation in line with the government’s National Policy Statement on Electricity Interconnection 2023.
The role of Senior Test Analyst will support the Interconnection function Team in ensuring that it fulfils its objective to integrate and optimise the use of HVDC interconnection assets to deliver the greatest benefit to the System Operation of the Irish transmission grid while supporting the ongoing integration of renewable generation resources.
The role holder will work with the team in areas including multi-disciplined Energy Markets and System Operations Readiness to support the analysis of technical systems testing. The Senior Test Analyst will execute User Acceptance Testing processes from planning through to completion of testing and sign-off of results across multiple IT system deliveries.
The role holder will support complex defect and change management processes, provide regular reporting and resolve issues. The role integrates technical, operational, and strategic management practices to ensure the long-term value and integrity of the power system, asset management and market tools, systems and cross-border processes. The successful candidate will work with the Interconnection Operations team and wider Operations Office to ensure the system operation and market operation solutions in place for the operation of multiple HVDC interconnectors is optimised in accordance with the relevant design specifications and requirements.
This is an important role requiring technical engagement with international TSOs, ICOs, and vendors. As a result, strong skills in communication and an ability to articulate technical concepts and analysis to non-technical audiences is required. The role holder will ensure that all IT and procedural testing of platforms, systems and processes relating to cross border interconnector operations are executed to enable European reintegration of the SEM for the benefit of Irish consumers.
The role holder will have strong analysis, judgement and problem-solving skills along with an ability to make decisions and recommendations in a changing and dynamic environment.
The role holder will be passionate about the strategic aims and objectives of the Group, particularly for interconnection and the role that he/she can play in leading and influencing the integration and transformation of the power system for future generations.
About You
Successful candidates will have the following:
- Third level qualification in science, engineering, business, IT or other relevant discipline with a minimum of 4 years experience post qualification, ideally in a related environment
- Proficiency in test management tools (e.g., HP ALM, Jira, or similar).
- Familiarity with defect tracking and change management processes.
- Prior experience in large-scale programme delivery environments.
- Excellent organisational skills and strong track record of delivery while managing risk
- Ability to communicate effectively with key stakeholders.
- Experience in a multidisciplinary team and excellent qualitative and quantitative analytical abilities, coupled with the ability to make reasoned judgements based on available information in a changing and dynamic environment.
- Excellent analysis, judgement and problem-solving skills along with a conclusive ability to make decisions and recommendations in a changing and dynamic environment.
- Ability to provide innovative solutions to complex issues in a timely manner
- Demonstrated ability to work well within a team together with flexibility in work approach including strong ability to work under own initiative
- Ability to conceive and introduce innovative ideas.
- Ability to translate requirements and concepts into tests, processes and procedures.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work effectively as part of a team, capable of delivering shared goals with internal and external stakeholders through open dialogue, while also being able to define and guide own work under minimal supervision.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
- Ability to work under pressure while meeting strict deadlines
- Demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development.
- Passionate, engaging with a drive and enthusiasm to deliver on the company vision and strategy.
Reporting to the Head of Interconnection, supported by a Team Lead.
Closing Date For Applications
02/01/2026
If you believe you have the skills and experience relevant for this position, please upload your CV and a cover letter. We want to hear from you.
EirGrid is an Equal Opportunities Employer