Freelance E&I Engineer

g2 Recruitment; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is looking for a Freelance E&I Engineer to work in Utrecht. The role involves designing and implementing electrical and instrumentation systems for a wastewater treatment plant, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Key responsibilities include power distribution design, sensor implementation, and system testing. Candidates should have experience with PLC/SCADA systems and relevant design tools such as EPLAN. This is a full-time freelance position with a duration of 12 months, starting in February.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design, specifically in project settings.
• Knowledge of Dutch/EU standards in engineering.
• Ability to coordinate with diverse engineering teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify low-voltage power distribution.
• Implement sensors for environmental monitoring.
• Oversee panel fabrication and system testing.

Skills

Electrical design expertise

Instrumentation knowledge

Automation (PLC/SCADA systems)

Project coordination

Communication with multidisciplinary teams

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD

Job description

Recruitment Consultant at g2 Recruitment - Placing freelance HSEQ professionals across the Benelux

A client of mine is searching for a Freelance E&I Engineer to work on a wastewater treatment plant in Utrecht. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and commissioning electrical and instrumentation systems to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the wastewater treatment plant.

Location: Utrecht, Netherlands

Duration: 12 months (with potential extension)

Start Date: February

Engagement: Freelance / Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Design and specify low-voltage (LV) power distribution for pumps, blowers, conveyors, and control cabinets.
• Implement sensors for flow, level, pressure, temperature, and water quality monitoring.
• Develop PLC/SCADA integration for remote pump control, dosing systems, and automated valve operation.
• Ensure programming aligns with control specifications.
• Oversee panel fabrication, site installation, and system testing.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design, instrumentation, and automation (PLC/SCADA systems).
• Knowledge of Dutch/EU standards.
• Proficiency in EPLAN, AutoCAD, or similar design tools.
• Strong understanding of power distribution, control systems, and field instrumentation.
• Project coordination and communication with multidisciplinary teams.

If this sounds like a job for you, please apply or send your CV to [e-mail]

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Air, Water, and Waste Program Management