Electrical Design Engineer

Ampowr BV; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch provided

Pension contribution

Travel allowance

Equipment provided

25+ holidays

Job summary

Ampowr invites applications for an Electrical Designer to develop and deliver electrical installations for battery storage systems. You will create detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts in AutoCAD, ensuring LV and MV compatibility and compliance with NEN 1010, IEC standards.

You will collaborate with project managers and other engineers, applying analytical problem-solving to optimise designs and document all activities.

Qualifications

• Higher education in Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology or related field (HBO/WO).
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience as Electrical Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and installation plans in AutoCAD.
• Perform calculations for cable sizing, short-circuit currents, and voltage drops for LV/MV installations.
• Prepare BOMs and manage technical documentation including revisions and drawings.
• Ensure designs comply with national and international standards (NEN 1010, IEC) and internal guidelines.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to meet project goals.
• Contribute to design process optimisation and standardisation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Dutch language

English language

Education

Electrical Engineering (HBO/WO)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Ampowr is a leading supplier of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Energy Management Systems (EMS), headquartered in Utrecht, the Netherlands, with offices near Manchester (UK) and in China. Our mission is to enable a reliable and sustainable energy future.

Ampowr is a Netherlands-based company with an international team representing more than 25 different cultures. We are on a mission to reshape the energy sector with our innovative, sustainable solutions, designed to meet the ever-growing global demand for renewable energy. As a forward-thinking company, we are committed to driving a greener, more sustainable future by harnessing the potential of renewable energy sources to deliver efficient, effective, and environmentally friendly solutions.

What are we looking for?

Ampowr is seeking a motivated Electrical Designer with at least one year’s experience in designing electrical installations, specifically in the fast-evolving field of battery storage systems.

Are you a talented Electrical Designer with a passion for sustainable energy technology and skilled in creating electrical designs using AutoCAD? Do you have knowledge of both Low Voltage (LV) and Medium Voltage (MV) systems, and would you like to help build innovative energy solutions?

As an international company headquartered in the Netherlands, we are fully engaged in the energy transition. We offer you the opportunity to play a key role in the development and delivery of our advanced battery storage systems.

Your role:

In this role, you will be responsible for the detailed design of electrical installations, with a strong focus on integrating battery storage systems. Your tasks will include:

• Creating detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and installation plans in AutoCAD.
• Acting as a technical specialist: performing calculations for cable sizing, short-circuit currents, and voltage drops for LV and MV installations.
• Preparing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and managing complete technical documentation, including revisions and drawings.
• Ensuring quality: checking designs for compliance with national and international standards (including NEN 1010 and IEC) and internal quality guidelines.
• Collaborating closely with project managers, other engineers, and clients to achieve project goals and align technical solutions.
• Driving innovation: contributing to the optimisation and standardisation of our design processes.

What we ask of you:

• A completed higher education degree (HBO/WO) in Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, or a related field.
• At least one year of relevant work experience as an Electrical Engineer.
• Proven expertise with AutoCAD and, preferably, Revit for electrical designs.
• Basic knowledge of and strong interest in battery storage systems is essential; specific experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of and experience with LV and MV electrical systems.
• Strong command of Dutch and English, both spoken and written.

You are:

• Analytical and problem-solving: able to quickly understand complex issues and develop practical solutions.
• Accurate and detail-oriented: essential for producing faultless electrical drawings and calculations.
• Eager to learn and curious: staying up to date with the latest developments, especially in battery technology.
• A strong communicator: able to clearly convey technical information to a range of stakeholders.
• A team player: working effectively with others and contributing to a positive work atmosphere.
• Proactive and independent: taking initiative and managing your tasks with minimal supervision.

What we offer:

• Compensation for additional costs related to your employment.
• 70% employer contribution to your pensionable salary.
• Provided lunch.
• Travel allowance.
• Work equipment supplied by the company.
• At least 25 paid holiday days per year (based on full-time employment).
• A dynamic and inspiring environment, where you’ll have every opportunity to challenge yourself and bring your ideas to life.
• The chance to work for an international company with a great team. We have an open culture and a flat organisational structure, working together towards the same goal.
• Freedom to come up with and implement your own ideas.

At Ampowr, our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to succeed. We are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetics, disability, or age.