Senior Electrical Engineer: Hydrogen Backbone Lead

PeopleLink; Ballerup; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Energinet is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical discipline work on the Danish Hydrogen Backbone, shaping Denmark's energy infrastructure and long‑term reliability.

You will work across design, construction and commissioning, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, regulators and external partners from Energinet's offices in Denmark. The role includes site visits, technical ownership and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience leading electrical engineering on large energy projects.
• Strong knowledge of ATEX requirements and safety standards.
• Ability to review and approve technical drawings and documentation.
• Familiarity with regulatory and industry standards for critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the Electrical Engineering Discipline Lead throughout design, construction and commissioning phases.
• Reviewing and approving technical solutions, drawings and engineering documentation.
• Defining technical requirements and documentation standards.
• Ensuring robust electrical solutions, including power supply systems, UPS, control panels, EMC, cable segregation, earthing and lightning protection.
• Contributing to transient studies, emergency shutdown (ESD) strategies, Cause & Effect philosophies and system integrity.
• Participating in FAT, SAT, commissioning and site supervision activities.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, industry standards and ATEX requirements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

ATEX

Technical leadership

Documentation review

Regulatory compliance

Project lifecycle

English communication

Driving licence

Job description

Energinet is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical discipline work on the Danish Hydrogen Backbone, shaping Denmark's energy infrastructure and long‑term reliability.

You will work across design, construction and commissioning, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, regulators and external partners from Energinet's offices in Denmark. The role includes site visits, technical ownership and ensuring compliance with safety standards.