Senior Electrical Engineer – High Voltage Systems

Do you want to work on complex high-voltage projects that directly support the energy transition in the Netherlands? Are you looking for a role where your technical designs have real impact, combined with long-term growth and daily technical challenges?

This organization is entering a transformative phase and is involved in some of the most complex high-voltage projects in the Dutch energy infrastructure. You will contribute to the design and development of critical systems that form the backbone of tomorrow’s power grid. Expect technically demanding projects, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation.

Your role

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and coordination of secondary systems within high-voltage substations. You will work closely with Technical Managers and other stakeholders throughout all project phases.

Your responsibilities include:

• Designing secondary installations for high-voltage substations (new build, expansion, and renovation)

• Translating functional and technical requirements into executable design solutions

• Preparing technical documentation and execution drawings using Systems Engineering principles

• Acting as a technical sparring partner to the Technical Manager

• Monitoring project progress, identifying risks, and ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery

Your profile

• HBO degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, Electrical Power Engineering, or similar

• Strong affinity with electricity networks and high-voltage systems

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in designing complex high- and medium-voltage installations

• Strong communication skills and experience working in project-based environments

• Affinity with the Dutch language (spoken and written)

What’s in it for you

• Salary up to €6,000 per month, depending on experience

• Attractive benefits package, including:

  • Year-end bonus

  • 24-25 holidays

  • Pension contribution

  • Personal learning & development budget

  • NS Business Card

• A leading position within a growing energy infrastructure organization

• Room for entrepreneurship, initiative, and professional development

• Modern office in Rotterdam with impressive city views

• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work and project site visits

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Vasileios Lazaridis