HV/ MV Electrical Lead Engineer (MCF/ Data Centres)

Haskoning; Nijmegen; On-site; EUR 61,022 - 87,170; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Strong pension scheme

28 vacation days

Flexible working hours

Development opportunities

Travel allowance

Job summary

An esteemed engineering consultancy in Nijmegen is seeking an HV/ MV Lead Electrical Engineer to handle complex electrical infrastructures for mission-critical projects. The position requires a minimum of 8 years of experience in HV and MV engineering and proficiency in substation design and client-side management. Candidates will act as the client-side engineer, ensuring the integrity of electrical solutions. The role offers competitive compensation and a hybrid work model, contributing to impactful global projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in HV and MV electrical engineering within European projects.
• Proven experience with client-side substation design and grid connections.
• Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Act as the client-side HV/ MV electrical engineer on key projects.
• Define HV and MV system concepts and design strategies.
• Lead and interpret electrical studies to support grid connection decisions.
• Manage technical interfaces with utilities and clients.

Skills

Client management

Substation design

Electrical system studies

Technical governance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

You will work on complex HV and MV electrical infrastructures at the heart of mission critical and data centre projects worldwide. This role offers real technical ownership, exposure to high-impact projects and the opportunity to shape reliable, future-proof power systems together with leading experts.

What will you do as HV/ MV Lead Electrical Engineer (MCF/ Data Centres)

You act as the client side HV/ MV electrical engineer on mission critical and data centre projects, with a strong focus on substation design, grid connections and technical governance. You support clients from early feasibility through design development and delivery, ensuring that electrical infrastructure solutions are robust, compliant and future-ready.

Key activities include:

• Defining HV and MV system concepts and substation design strategies from an owner engineer perspective;
• Developing and reviewing HV substation layouts, including primary equipment selection, system architectures, protection strategies and earthing philosophies;
• Proposing system optimisations to clients to improve reliability, increase future flexibility, reduce cost or shorten time-to-market in line with their decision drivers;
• Leading and interpreting electrical studies to support grid connection and design decisions;
• Managing technical interfaces with utilities, clients and delivery partners and reviewing contractor designs and technical submissions to safeguard quality, compliance and performance.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility.

As our new HV/ MV Electrical Lead Engineer (MCF/ Data Centres) you will become part of our Global Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) team.

Our global MCF team provides multidisciplinary consultancy services to datacentre clients, including colocation datacentres, internet service providers, and telecom companies. The team is diverse, with expertise in areas like electrical and mechanical engineering, construction, architecture, fire safety, control engineering, and security technology. Together, this knowledge is used to develop integrated designs for Data Centres. You will be part of a dedicated, passionate team that is globally recognized as one of the best in Data Centre design and engineering. Curious about our work? Here you will find examples of some of our projects.

The role will be based in our Nijmegen office. As our team is located throughout the EU, travel between offices may be required to meet the project demands. The role may also require occasional travel to client offices/ project sites both in the EU and overseas.

What you bring

You are able to take ownership of complex technical scopes and act confidently in a client facing, advisory role. You communicate clearly, structure complex information effectively and work comfortably across disciplines, organisations and cultural contexts.

In addition, you possess the following:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline, required to provide the technical depth needed for HV and MV system and substation design;
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in HV and MV electrical engineering within European projects, needed to independently lead client side, owner engineer and substation related scopes;
• Proven experience with client-side substation design and grid connections, essential for managing utility interfaces and safeguarding technical quality from the client perspective;
• Experience with electrical power system studies and review of contractor designs, required to assess risks, validate solutions and support sound decision making;
• Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken, necessary for effective collaboration with international clients, utilities and multidisciplinary project teams.

What you can expect from us

• A solid foundation: A competitive base salary (€ 5,468 – € 7,811 p/m), dependent on experience with annual increases;
• An attractive compensation package: Including a strong pension scheme with an 18.3% employer contribution, a 2.15% personal budget, and annual profit sharing. You will also have the opportunity to purchase company shares and share in our success;
• Work-life balance: 28 vacation days (based on full-time employment), with the option to purchase an additional 16.5 days per year and to exchange three public holidays for days that are personally meaningful to you. We work in a hybrid model with flexible hours, home office allowance, and a fully equipped home workspace.
• Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups.
• Travel allowance: A conveniently located workplace at our office in Nijmegen, with travel expense reimbursement and an NS Business Card. If you walk or bike to work, you will receive a higher travel allowance—encouraging sustainable commuting.
• Informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.

Read more about our employee benefits here.

Are you our new colleague?

Then we would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume and motivation letter. After receiving your application, we will contact you as soon as possible.

The application process then consists of two interviews and possibly an assessment. Are we all enthusiastic after this? Then you will receive an offer from us, and we will be happy to welcome you on board!

Do you have any questions about the role or the process? You can always contact Wouter Seevinck, Associate Director MEP, at [e-mail] Christian De Visser, Recruiter Mission Critical Facilities, at [e-mail].