HV Substation Design Engineer
Johannesburg
South Africa
€6,000/month
Permanent
Grid Strategy
Important Note: This role is based in the Netherlands. We are actively inviting fluent Afrikaans speakers to apply who are open to relocating, as mastering the Dutch language is a core requirement for this position. Relocation support is provided.
Do you want to work on the primary or secondary systems of complex high-voltage installations? Are you ready to use your technical expertise to contribute to the energy transition? Would you like to work on projects that make a real impact in the Netherlands?
Our client is in a growth phase within the energy transition and is working on the expansion and modernization of high-voltage substations throughout the Netherlands. The biggest challenge? Translating complex functional requirements into feasible designs that meet strict safety and reliability requirements, all within a rapidly changing market.
I am looking for someone who:
- Holds at least Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, or a similar field.
- Has at least 3 years of experience in designing high-voltage systems.
- Has experience with secondary systems such as control, monitoring, and protection.
- Is familiar with Systems Engineering and project-based working.
- Has strong communication skills and is able to collaborate effectively with both internal and external engineers.
Who is interested in:
- Designing primary and/or secondary systems for high-voltage substations (expansion, renovation, new build).
- Translating functional designs into executable project plans.
- Preparing technical documentation and detailed engineering designs.
- Monitoring schedules and coordinating engineering teams.
- Performing quality controls and managing project documentation.
For an organization that:
- Offers a good salary, up to €5900 per month with additional benefits.
- Works on technologically advanced solutions within the energy transition.
- Has a dynamic and future-oriented character with room for growth.
- Offers flexible working conditions, including working from home and project visits.
We know we are asking for a lot, but we encourage you to apply if you match at least 80% of the profile.
Apply now! Want to give us a call first? Contact Nezar Lourens at +31 (0)20 305 8545 or email nezar.lourens@darwinrecruitment.com to learn more about this great opportunity.
Keywords: high voltage, secondary systems, Systems Engineering, electrical engineering, energy technology, engineering, project coordination, protection, monitoring, control
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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