Electrical Systems Engineer – E-bike Development, vanRaam – Varsseveld (NL)

Leva-Eu; Varsseveld; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

vanRaam is seeking an Electrical Systems Engineer – E-bike Development to shape the electrical systems behind our in-house e-bike platform. You will translate requirements into robust subsystems across the full product lifecycle, from concept through validation and mass production.

You’ll work with suppliers and partners, develop verification plans, and contribute to EMC and regulatory compliance while documenting designs and specifications for a high-quality, manufacturable product.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience developing electromechanical products or systems.
• Strong interest in e-mobility, cycling technology or medical devices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Structured approach with emphasis on quality and documentation.
• Practical mindset with hands-on prototype building/testing.
• Good written and spoken English; Dutch language skills are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Define electrical system requirements and translate into detailed specs.
• Specify interfaces, CAN and BLE protocols, and overall system behavior.
• Coordinate development with external suppliers and engineering partners.
• Review supplier designs for functionality, performance and quality.
• Develop verification/validation plans and carry out lab and vehicle testing.
• Analyze test data, identify root causes, drive improvements.
• Support EMC, electrical safety and regulatory compliance activities.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and design records.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, electronics and manufacturing engineers.
• Support industrialization and production by resolving technical issues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Hands-on engineering

Problem solving

Documentation

English language

Team collaboration

Electrical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related discipline

Tools

Python

MATLAB

CAN/CANopen

Lab testing equipment

Job description

Develop and validate electrical systems for our in-house e-bike platform

At vanRaam, we develop bicycles that help people stay mobile and independent. As an Electrical Systems Engineer – E-bike Development, you’ll help shape the electrical systems behind our innovative bicycles.

You’ll translate functional and performance requirements into robust, reliable and manufacturable electrical subsystems for our in-house e-bike platform. Your work will span the full product development process, from early concepts through verification and validation to release for mass production. Working closely with colleagues, suppliers and development partners, you’ll help turn technical ideas into products that make a real difference to our customers.

Your responsibilities

• Define electrical system requirements and translate them into clear, detailed technical specifications.
• Specify electrical interfaces, communication protocols such as CAN and BLE, and overall system behavior.
• Coordinate technical development with external suppliers and engineering partners.
• Review supplier designs and ensure they meet functional, performance and quality requirements.
• Develop verification and validation plans, and carry out laboratory and vehicle testing.
• Analyze test data, identify root causes and drive technical improvements.
• Support EMC, electrical safety and regulatory compliance activities.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, specifications and design records.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, electronics and manufacturing engineers throughout the development process.
• Support industrialization and production by resolving technical issues and improving designs.

What you’ll bring

• You’re an enthusiastic engineer who combines analytical thinking with a hands‑on approach. You enjoy solving complex technical challenges and turning concepts into reliable products. You also bring:
• A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline
• Around 3–5 years of experience developing electromechanical products or systems
• A strong interest in e‑mobility, cycling technology or medical devices
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• A structured way of working, with a focus on quality and documentation
• A practical mindset and enthusiasm for building and testing prototypes
• A pragmatic approach: practical where possible, thorough where needed
• Good written and spoken English. Dutch language skills are an advantage

It’s a plus if you have

• Experience with electric vehicles, e‑bikes or battery systems
• Knowledge of CAN, CANopen or other industrial communication protocols
• Experience with EMC or electrical safety testing
• Experience with requirements management or systems engineering
• Experience working with suppliers on international development projects
• Experience using Python, MATLAB or other scripting tools for test automation
• Familiarity with functional safety or risk analysis

What can you expect from us?

• An inspiring work environment at a family‑owned company where you have the freedom to shape your role in your own way
• An international company
• A modern work environment with the latest technologies
• An in‑house electrical system that we develop entirely ourselves
• Opportunities to develop your skills and grow professionally