Electrical Engineer

surge marine; Valkenburg; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Impact in defense tech startup

Hands-on work with autonomous marine

Valkenburg location

Job summary

Surge Marine in Valkenburg, Netherlands, seeks an Electrical Engineer to bridge design and hands-on implementation for DC propulsion and power distribution. You will work closely with the Chief Engineer to validate electrical architectures and ensure robust integration on marine platforms.

The role requires practical problem-solving, hands-on wiring, and test bench work, with collaboration across the systems automation team in a fast-growing startup environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience interpreting electrical schematics.
• Experience wiring and configuring DC test benches for motors.
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering principles.
• Ability to own testing and integration lifecycle in a startup.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and connect electrical test benches for DC motors.
• Execute wiring, integration and troubleshooting of propulsion and power systems.
• Read and refine electrical schematics to ensure safe assembly.
• Work with automation engineers to integrate power, control, and remote operation hardware.

Skills

Hands-on electrical work

DC systems

Schematic interpretation

Test bench setup

High-voltage safety

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).