Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer

agap2 Netherlands; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop & mobile phone

Full travel allowance

Pension plan

25 vacation days

Hybrid mode

Dutch language classes

Job summary

agap2 Netherlands is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to join our international, client-focused teams in the Netherlands. You will design, implement, and optimize electrical power distribution and process instrumentation across diverse industries while contributing to safe operations and continuous improvement.

With a strong background in electrical engineering and hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, vendors,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Automation, Instrumentation, Control Systems, or related Engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial electrical and instrumentation engineering.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, instrumentation, PLC/SCADA/DCS systems, and commissioning activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical power distribution, control, and instrumentation systems for industrial facilities.
• Prepare and review single-line diagrams, electrical schematics, cable schedules, load calculations, and technical documentation.
• Specify, evaluate, and select electrical equipment including motors, MCCs, transformers, UPS systems, generators, and VFDs.
• Develop instrument datasheets, loop diagrams, I/O lists, wiring diagrams, and control philosophies.
• Support installation, testing, commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Conduct power system studies, load assessments, and electrical network analysis.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety regulations, engineering standards, and company procedures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, vendors, and operations personnel.
• Drive equipment reliability through preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Support plant expansion, modernization, and capital improvement projects.
• Participate in FAT, SAT, commissioning, handover, and operational support.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and energy efficiency.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Instrumentation

PLC/SCADA/DCS

Lifecycle management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor/Master in Electrical/Automation/Instrumentation

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

ETAP

EasyPower

SKM

Job description

Agap2 is a European IT and Engineering Consultancy, active in 14 countries with over 9.500 employees. The company was founded in Portugal and since 2014 we are based in the Netherlands with our Amsterdam office to provide our expertise to the Dutch market. Our employees are defined by the so-called “Agapian spirit”, which is summarized in 5 keywords: family, union, friendship, team spirit, and learning

Did you identify with what defines us? Then read on to find out more.

The position

As an Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

at agap2, you take on the challenge within an international environment with a local focus. You will have the opportunity to work on various projects over the years, based on your experience and interests. Projects within industries such as Banking, Fintech, Telco, Retail, Sports, and Healthcare are. While working at Agap2, you are expected to share your knowledge while also having the opportunity to learn new technologies. We believe that sharing knowledge is the key to personal development. Our talent management program is tailor-made to allow you to develop and grow in your career, the way you envision it. Because we work with various customers, you are also expected to be able to adapt to different environments

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of electrical power distribution and process instrumentation systems. This role ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of industrial facilities while maintaining compliance with engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. The E&I Engineer plays a key role in supporting capital projects, commissioning activities, preventive maintenance programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Design and develop electrical power distribution, control, and instrumentation systems for industrial facilities.
• Prepare and review single-line diagrams, electrical schematics, cable schedules, load calculations, and technical documentation.
• Specify, evaluate, and select electrical equipment including motors, Motor Control Centers (MCCs), transformers, UPS systems, generators, and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Develop instrument datasheets, loop diagrams, I/O lists, wiring diagrams, and control philosophies.
• Support installation, testing, commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Conduct power system studies, load assessments, and electrical network analysis.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical safety regulations, engineering standards, and company procedures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, contractors, vendors, and operations personnel throughout project execution.
• Drive equipment reliability through preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Support plant expansion, modernization, and capital improvement projects.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), commissioning, handover, and operational support.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, energy efficiency, and continuous improvement.

What you bring to the position

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Automation, Instrumentation, Control Systems, or related Engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial electrical and instrumentation engineering.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, instrumentation, PLC/SCADA/DCS systems, and commissioning activities.
• Experience delivering projects through the full lifecycle: design, build, FAT, SAT, commissioning, and handover.
• Proficiency with electrical design tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, ETAP, EasyPower, or SKM.
• Knowledge of LV/MV distribution, MCCs, VFDs, process instrumentation, and industrial communication protocols.
• Familiarity with IEC, ATEX, GMP, and electrical safety standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on reliability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary &ampp; Benefits: Including a laptop, mobile phone, full travel allowance, and pension plan.
• Work-Life Balance: 25 vacation days, flexible working hours in a
• hybrid mode.Professional Growth: Weekly Dutch classes and a tailored talent management program with a financial budget to help you achieve your professional goals
• Dynamic Culture: Diverse team activities from tech meetups to sports and social events.

Is there still room for fun?

Of course! The combination of fun and development is essential in our team. A small impression: our team consists of more than 10 nationalities, we play paddle and regularly organize tech meetups, happy hours drinks, and pub quizzes.

At agap2 we defend equality and value diversity. We create a safe, diverse environment where opportunities are equal for all employees. All candidates with skills matching the position are welcome to join us!