Lead Commissioning Engineer

Tribe Engineering; Houten; Remote; EUR 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Vacation days

Sports budget

Overtime pay

Career development

Job summary

Tribe Engineering in the Netherlands is seeking a Lead Commissioning Engineer to own the commissioning on complex projects. You’ll coordinate engineers, technicians and subcontractors on site, aligning technical priorities with project goals and customer expectations to deliver installations ready for operation.

This role requires strong leadership, hands-on electrical/automation knowledge, and the ability to manage safety, quality and documentation across international projects.

Qualifications

• Completed technical education at MBO level 4 or higher.
• At least 7 years in commissioning or automation projects.
• Experience coordinating on-site teams and activities.
• Strong knowledge of electrical installations and control systems.
• Willingness to travel internationally; valid driving licence.
• Dutch language preferred; professional English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare commissioning strategies, execution plans, test procedures and technical priorities.
• Coordinate commissioning engineers, technicians and subcontractors on site.
• Oversee functional testing, system integration, start-up and acceptance activities.
• Monitor progress, identify risks and resolve obstacles.
• Ensure safety, quality and project specifications compliance.
• Coordinate interfaces between electrical, automation and mechanical disciplines.
• Act as key technical contact for customers and project teams.
• Review documentation, test results and outstanding issues.
• Support planning, resources and technical decision-making.
• Guide engineers and maintain high technical standards.
• Support final system acceptance, handover and project close-out.

Skills

Leadership

On-site coordination

Electrical engineering

System integration

Project handover

FAT/SAT

Communication skills

Dutch preferred

Driving licence

Willing to travel

VCA/NEN 3140

Education

MBO level 4+

Electrical Engineering

Automation

Mechatronics

Job description

Take the lead where engineering meets execution.Successful commissioning requires more than technical expertise. It takes preparation, coordination, clear communication and someone who understands how all the pieces fit together.As a Lead Commissioning Engineer at Tribe Engineering, you'll take technical ownership of commissioning activities on complex projects. You'll coordinate engineers, manage technical priorities and work closely with customers and project teams to deliver installations that are ready for operation.You'll combine hands-on engineering knowledge with the ability to keep people, systems and project objectives aligned.

THE JOB

What you’ll actually be doing.

As a Lead Commissioning Engineer, you'll coordinate the technical execution of commissioning activities from preparation through final handover.

• Prepare commissioning strategies, execution plans, test procedures and technical priorities.
• Coordinate commissioning engineers, technicians and relevant subcontractors on site.
• Oversee functional testing, system integration, start-up and acceptance activities.
• Monitor technical progress, identify risks and resolve commissioning-related obstacles.
• Ensure commissioning activities follow applicable safety requirements, quality standards and project specifications.
• Coordinate technical interfaces between electrical, automation, mechanical and other disciplines.
• Act as a key technical contact for customers, project managers and engineering teams.
• Review commissioning documentation, test results and outstanding technical issues.
• Support planning, resource coordination and technical decision-making.
• Guide engineers, share knowledge and maintain high technical standards.
• Support final system acceptance, handover and project close-out.

You'll be responsible for the technical coordination and quality of commissioning activities, working closely with the appointed project manager on overall project planning, budgets and contractual matters.

YOUR SKILLS

What you bring to the table.

We're looking for an experienced commissioning professional who can combine technical credibility with leadership and organisational skills.

• Completed relevant technical education at MBO level 4 or higher, preferably in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics or a related discipline.
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in commissioning, industrial electrical systems or automation projects.
• Demonstrable experience coordinating commissioning activities or leading technical teams on site.
• Strong understanding of electrical installations, control systems, system integration and commissioning methodologies.
• Experience with commissioning planning, technical documentation, FAT, SAT and project handover.
• Ability to identify technical risks, set priorities and maintain progress under demanding project conditions.
• Confident communication with customers, engineers, subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Practical leadership style, sound judgement and a strong sense of ownership.
• Professional English communication skills. Dutch is strongly preferred.
• A valid category B driving licence and willingness to travel internationally.
• Relevant VCA and NEN 3140 qualifications are preferred. STIPEL and sector-specific certifications are advantages.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

The benefits. Without the corporate fluff.

Gross monthly salary: €6,100-€7,600, based on a 40-hour working week, excluding holiday allowance and applicable additional compensation.

• 25 vacation days per year.
• €25 monthly sports budget.
• Responsibility for challenging commissioning assignments and technical project execution.
• Opportunities to lead experienced engineering teams on international projects.
• Freedom to improve commissioning methods, technical quality and project execution.
• Leadership development, specialist training and relevant certifications.
• Company lease car for this technical field role, subject to availability and applicable arrangements.
• Overtime compensation, with applicable arrangements discussed during the hiring process.
• A collaborative team where technical leadership and practical experience are valued.

LIFE AT TRIBE

Good people. Real projects. Your kind of team.

Leadership starts with knowing the work.

At Tribe Engineering, we believe the strongest technical leaders understand what happens on site. They know the systems, recognise the challenges and earn trust by taking responsibility.

We value people who can make decisions, support their teams and keep technical quality at the centre of their work.

You’ll have the opportunity to lead demanding projects, contribute to the development of other engineers and help strengthen the way we deliver commissioning services.

We expect ownership, initiative and a willingness to keep improving. In return, you’ll find a team that values practical leadership over job titles.

Inspired by the fear of being average.

Ready to lead commissioning projects that make a difference?

Get in touch at [e-mail].

NO MYSTERY. NO CORPORATE MAZE.

THE ROAD TO TRIBE

Seven steps. Real conversations. Zero unnecessary hoops.

• YOU MAKE THE FIRST MOVE

  Apply with your CV, LinkedIn or a few words.

• WE GIVE YOU A CALL

  A quick phone chat. No trick questions.

• LET'S MEET

  Meet us in person. Coffee included.

• MEET YOUR FUTURE CREW

  Talk to someone who actually does the job.

• TAKE IT FOR A SPIN

  Optional: spend a day with us and see the real Tribe.

• LET'S TALK DETAILS

  Salary, conditions and what matters to you.

• WELCOME TO THE TRIBE

  Sign the contract. Let's make it happen.

Some steps may vary depending on the role. The trial day is optional. We’ll always tell you what’s next.

LET'S TALK THIS LOOKS LIKE YOU?

Forget the perfect cover letter. We'd rather meet the person behind the skills.

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