Senior Electrical Engineer

K-Recruiting Life Sciences; Hamburg; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences recruiting agency is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and implementation of electrical systems in the Greater Hamburg Area. Candidates should have a Master's degree in electrical engineering and at least 7 years of experience in industrial environments. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant engineering tools is required. The position offers a contract for 12 months with the possibility of extension, and allows for 1-2 days of remote work each week.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering.
• Experience with electrical system design, distribution, and preventive maintenance.
• Proficiency in preparing electrical drawings, specifications, and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of the site electrical distribution system.
• Conduct studies on electrical interference from renewable energy sources.
• Design electrical systems as part of integrated project teams.

Skills

Electrical system design

Project management

Troubleshooting

Harmonics analysis

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Master's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer (M/F/D)

Tasks

• Lead the design, analysis, and implementation of the site electrical distribution system, ensuring reliability and compliance with all regulatory, national, and Johnson & Johnson standards.
• Conduct studies on harmonics and other electrical interference from renewable energy sources.
• Prepare and modify electrical drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, and graphs.
• Provide hands‑on troubleshooting and technical support for electrical issues as needed.
• Design electrical systems as part of integrated project teams.
• Implement and uphold the highest engineering standards to ensure safety and business continuity (BCP).
• Review, maintain, and challenge Electrical Standards and Safety Protocol (ESSP) assessments.
• Verify and review safety and compliance of electrical installations, including projects and system changes.
• Authorize and oversee Electrical Work Permits, including live electrical work.
• Lead tasks to execute electrical design and engineering projects, coordinating with project teams to address technical problems, design conflicts, risks, and testing issues.
• Participate in project documentation and provide status updates to management.
• Identify opportunities to improve project planning, execution, and quality.
• Support the management and preventive maintenance of critical electrical supply systems, including generators, UPS systems, and site‑wide load sharing.
• Review and update electrical asset conditions per Facilities Condition Assessments and contribute to replacement planning.

Qualification

• Master's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent through experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Microsoft Project and PowerPoint required.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, preferably in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Experience with electrical system design, distribution, and preventive maintenance.
• Proficiency in preparing electrical drawings, specifications, and calculations.
• Experience leading technical projects and coordinating with contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and relevant engineering software.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial plant environments preferred.
• This position will require up to 5% domestic travel.
• English and German (fluent).

Requirements

Start: asap

Duration: 12 months (with extension possible up to 3 years)

Capacity: 5 days per week (1-2 days remote possible)

Location: Greater Hamburg Area

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing