Electrical Engineer

Surge Marine; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Surge Marine, a pioneering defense tech startup in Valkenburg, seeks an Electrical Engineer to bridge design and physical implementation for DC systems and test integration across autonomous maritime platforms.

You will lead hands-on assembly, testing, and validation of propulsion and power distribution, reading schematics and ensuring safety and reliability in demanding naval environments. A startup mindset and practical problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated hands-on experience interpreting electrical schematics.
• Ability to assemble and configure electrical test benches for DC motors.
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering principles with safety focus.
• Thrives in fast-paced startup environments and takes ownership of testing/integration.

Responsibilities

• Test Bench Operations: Design, build, and connect electrical test benches to run DC motors for validation.
• Hands-on Integration: Wire, integrate, and troubleshoot propulsion and power systems for autonomous vessels.
• Schematic Management: Read, interpret, and refine complex electrical schematics for safe assembly.
• High-Voltage Handling: Safely manage and configure 400V DC systems following safety standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with automation engineers for power/control integration.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Read schematics

Electrical safety

Startup mindset

Tools

DC test benches

High-voltage safety gear

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Engineer – DC Systems & Test Integration

Company: Surge Marine

Location: Valkenburg, South Holland (near Leiden), Netherlands

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Surge Marine

Surge Marine is a pioneering defense technology startup specializing in the development of complex, autonomous, and remotely operated maritime systems. We engineer robust, high-performance marine platforms where system safety, reliability, and cutting-edge automation are critical. We are looking for a highly capable, hands-on Electrical Engineer to join our core team and help build the electrical foundations of our next-generation marine vessels.

The Role

As an Electrical Engineer at Surge Marine, you will bridge the gap between design and physical implementation. Working closely with the Chief Engineer and the broader systems automation team, you will be directly responsible for the hands-on assembly, testing, and validation of our marine electrical propulsion and power distribution systems. This role requires a practical problem-solver who is just as comfortable wiring a test bench as they are reviewing system schematics.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Bench Operations: Design, build, and connect electrical test benches to safely and effectively run DC electrical motors for performance validation.
• Hands-on Integration: Execute the physical wiring, integration, and troubleshooting of propulsion and power systems for autonomous and remotely operated marine vessels.
• Schematic Management: Read, interpret, and actively refine complex electrical schematics to ensure accurate physical assembly and system safety.
• High-Voltage Handling: Safely manage and configure DC systems, specifically working with 400V architectures, adhering to strict maritime and defense safety standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside automation engineers to ensure seamless integration between power systems, control structures, and remote operation hardware.

Minimum Requirements

• Proven hands-on experience interpreting and working directly from electrical schematics.
• Demonstrated ability to physically connect and configure electrical test benches specifically designed to run DC electrical motors.
• A strong foundation in electrical engineering principles with a relentless commitment to workplace safety and hardware protection protocols.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, taking ownership of the testing and integration lifecycle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ideal: Direct, hands-on experience building, testing, or maintaining 400V DC Systems.
• Previous experience in the maritime, naval defense, or autonomous vehicle sectors.
• Familiarity with high-reliability system safety methodologies (such as STPA) or marine classification society standards.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to be a crucial part of a rapidly growing defense technology startup.
• Hands-on work with cutting-edge autonomous marine systems.
• A dynamic, highly technical engineering environment located conveniently in Valkenburg (ZH).