Electrical Engineering Project Engineer

Our client is a leading company in the energy market, specialising in innovative and high-quality energy solutions. They are looking for a driven Project Engineer Electrical Engineering who combines technical expertise with a hands-on mentality and wants to contribute to the energy transition.

You will work on challenging projects such as battery farms (5MWh–100MWh) and grid congestion solutions involving PV installations, generator sets, BESS, UPS systems, and Energy Management Systems.

This role covers the full project lifecycle: from customer requirements and technical design to commissioning and delivery. You will develop technical solutions, create engineering documentation, oversee execution on site, and ensure installations perform optimally.

Projects may include:

• PV installations

• Generator sets

• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

• UPS and Energy Management Systems

• AC/DC cabling installations

• Transformers and switch/distribution boards

• Earthing, lightning protection, and equalisation systems

• Civil works including foundations, concrete elements, fencing, and access systems

• Security, extinguishing, and safety systems

• Project management in collaboration with partners and suppliers

Main Responsibilities:

• Identify customer needs and participate in customer meetings

• Perform site inspections and electrical measurements

• Design technical customer solutions

• Prepare technical drawings and single-line diagrams

• Draft work plans and project execution plans

• Review procurement quotations and attend project meetings

• Coordinate project engineers, subcontractors, and partners on-site

• Perform quality inspections, commissioning, troubleshooting, and SATs

• Supervise manufacturer commissioning engineers

• Complete project documentation and deliver final installations

Our client is a professional SME and family business with strong ambitions and continued growth both nationally and internationally. They are recognised as an authority in the field of emergency power solutions and grid voltage risk management, combining 39 years of industry experience with a highly professional and customer-focused approach. Their client portfolio includes both large national and international organisations.

Within the field of emergency power and energy storage solutions, they provide installation, maintenance, and emergency services through their own in-house service team. Operating on a brand-independent basis and offering 24/7 support, they serve a wide range of customer sectors both within and beyond the Benelux region.

You are technically strong, curious, and motivated to contribute beyond your core responsibilities. You enjoy combining theory with practice, thinking creatively about technical challenges, and delivering high-quality customer solutions from concept to commissioning.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar

• Strong interest in electrical engineering and energy transition projects

• Experience or affinity with complex energy systems and infrastructure

• Knowledge of communication protocols such as Modbus and SNMP

• Hands-on, solution-oriented, and proactive mindset

• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment

• Strong communication skills in English

• Flexible regarding travel and occasional overnight stays

• Relocation package.

• Step-by-step assistance with your relocation processes and covered virtual sessions with our relocation experts.

• Visa application and 30% tax ruling application done by Ir Olav’s Globetrotters on your behalf.

• Great South African community waiting for you in the Netherlands.

• Market related salary.

• 8,33% holiday allowance.

• Dutch Government authorized pension plan activated once you arrive in the Netherlands.

• One on one Dutch lessons up until company requirement where your partner can join lessons for free.

• Company laptop.

• Commitment for indefinite contract with our client 

• Mentoring and coaching until you go over to the payroll of our client

• Great on and offline events to meet your fellow Globetrotters and learn about the Netherlands, hosted by Ir Olav's Globetrotters.

• Pleasant working atmosphere, where you can be and stay yourself.

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