Freelance Electrical Engineer (ZZP) – Machine Building – Industrial Systems – Zuid-Holland

Optimus Search; Zuid-Holland; On-site; EUR 68,880 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

A well-established machine building company in Zuid-Holland is seeking a freelance Electrical Engineer (ZZP) for a 6-month project focused on electrical design and realization of complex industrial machines. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in machine building, proficiency with EPLAN P8, and strong skills in industrial electrical systems. Knowledge of PLC-based control systems and fluency in Dutch are required. Hands-on involvement in innovative projects is promised, with an immediate project start possible.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as an Electrical Engineer in machine building or industrial automation.
• Strong experience with electrical design tools like EPLAN P8.
• Solid understanding of industrial electrical systems and control panels.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer electrical systems for industrial machines.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Select and specify electrical components such as PLC hardware and sensors.

Skills

Electrical design

EPLAN P8

Industrial automation

Commissioning support

Troubleshooting

Fluent Dutch

Fluent English

Job description

Freelance Electrical Engineer (ZZP) – Machine Building – Industrial Systems – Zuid-Holland

Location: Zuid-Holland, Netherlands

Duration: 6 months (freelance ZZP contract)

Sector: Machine Building / Industrial Manufacturing

Scope: Electrical Engineering – Machine Design – Industrial Installations

A well-established machine building company in Zuid-Holland is looking for a freelance Electrical Engineer (ZZP) to support the electrical design and realization of complex industrial machines and production systems. You will play a key role in translating functional requirements into robust electrical designs and supporting the build, testing, and commissioning phases of custom-built machinery.

This role offers hands‑on involvement in innovative machine‑building projects within a professional engineering environment.

Your Role

• Design and engineer electrical systems for industrial machines and automated production lines.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts (EPLAN P8 or similar).
• Select and specify electrical components such as PLC hardware, drives, sensors, safety components, and control cabinets.
• Support panel builders and machine assembly teams during construction and installation.
• Assist with FAT/SAT, commissioning, and troubleshooting of machines on‑site or at the workshop.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable standards and directives (IEC, NEN, CE, Machinery Directive).
• Collaborate closely with mechanical engineers, automation engineers, and project management.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, BOMs, and electrical manuals.

Your Profile

• 5+ years’ experience as an Electrical Engineer within machine building or industrial automation.
• Strong experience with electrical design tools such as EPLAN P8 (or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of industrial electrical systems, control panels, and machine safety.
• Familiar with PLC‑based control systems and industrial field devices.
• Experience supporting commissioning and on‑site troubleshooting.
• Fluent in Dutch and English (Dutch required).
• Registered ZZP’er with the right to work in the Netherlands.
• Available for on‑site work in Zuid-Holland.

Bonus Skills

• Experience with machine safety (PL/SIL, EN ISO 13849, IEC 62061).
• Knowledge of drives, servo systems, and motion control hardware.
• Experience in high‑mix, low‑volume custom machine projects.
• Basic understanding of PLC programming and automation architectures.

Apply now – immediate project start possible!