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Electrical Engineer

Employ IR
3 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Hoogeveen, Netherlands
€4,357 - €5,500 EUR monthly

Introduction

As an Electrical Engineer, you will help keep the regional energy grid in the east of the Netherlands safe, reliable and ready for the future. Based in Almelo, you will work on the technical backbone of medium and high voltage substations, making sure that every drawing, diagram and change to the network is accurate and up to date. With the energy transition putting more pressure on the grid every year, your work has a direct impact on thousands of homes and businesses in the region. This is a role for an engineer who enjoys precision and wants to grow within the Dutch energy sector. You will work closely with maintenance and project teams, translating changes in the field into clear and correct technical documentation, while building your knowledge of European standards and grid operator requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

You will be part of the engineering team responsible for the technical documentation of the client’s substations and distribution network. When a station is modified, extended or upgraded, you make sure the documentation reflects the situation in the field. In practice, this means maintaining and updating single line diagrams, wiring diagrams and layout drawings, and revising and standardising drawings in ELCAD, EPLAN and AutoCAD.

You will work side by side with maintenance crews and project teams to process system changes, and you will be the person they can rely on for correct and complete drawings. Alongside this, you will:

  • Check designs and documentation against technical standards and grid operator requirements
  • Support quality processes and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards
  • Contribute to engineering projects for new and upgraded substations and cable connections
  • Help improve and standardise documentation processes within the team

Desired Experience & Qualification

You are precise, structured and curious about how energy networks work. You communicate easily with both engineers and technicians in the field, and you take ownership of your work. You enjoy working in a team, but you are also comfortable managing your own tasks and priorities.

You bring:

  • A completed Bachelor’s degree (BEng or BTech) in Electrical Engineering, preferably with a specialisation in power or energy systems
  • At least 1 year of experience in electrical engineering, design or documentation, ideally within a utility, grid operator or consulting engineering environment
  • Knowledge of medium and/or high voltage substations and power distribution
  • Hands-on experience with ELCAD, EPLAN and/or AutoCAD
  • Familiarity with calculations such as cable sizing and voltage drop is an advantage
  • Fluency in English and Afrikaans, and a willingness to learn Dutch
  • Valid driver’s license (Code B)
  • CHS certification or SACPCMP registration (or willingness to obtain a Dutch safety certificate)

Package & Remuneration

At Employ IR, we believe in giving you the freedom and support to build a meaningful career abroad. We create an environment where you can use your skills to the fullest while growing personally and professionally. We offer:

  • Base salary between €4.357 and €5.500 gross per month (based on experience)
  • 8% holiday allowance on top of your annual salary
  • Work-related expenses fully covered, including relocation to the Netherlands
  • Company vehicle (also available for private use)
  • 25 vacation days per year (full-time basis)
  • Solid pension contribution
  • A safe, stable and supportive working environment

Interested?