Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Hydrogen Plant

OLEO Consulting Group; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

OLEO Consulting Group seeks a Senior Electrical Commissioning Specialist to lead pre-commissioning, energization and testing for a large-scale hydrogen project in the Netherlands. The role focuses on HV/MV systems, switchgear, transformers and grid integration, reporting to the Commissioning Manager and coordinating with site teams.

You will supervise contractors, ensure safety, manage documentation, and drive handover from Construction to Commissioning.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of proven hands-on experience in electrical commissioning within complex industrial power systems.
• Expert-level experience in commissioning HV and MV systems and associated equipment.
• Strong knowledge of grid connection requirements, protection systems and relay coordination.
• Experience in commissioning of electrical shelters, transformers and power distribution networks.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-commissioning, energization and commissioning of HV/MV systems and associated equipment.
• Supervise cold and hot commissioning of HV GIS switchgear and main power transformers.
• Coordinate MV switchgear, distribution feeders and energy sources to secure downstream plant loads.
• Coordinate earthing measurements, inspections and protection relay activities for grid connection.
• Drive phased energization of LV switchboards and manage transition to permanent power.
• Supervise electrical vendors and site subcontractors to ensure quality and safety.
• Prepare and review Inspection and Test Plans and close non-conformities.
• Provide daily/weekly reporting on progress, risks and corrective actions.
• Support handover from Construction to Commissioning and punch-list clearance.
• Ensure readiness of electrical systems for energization in accordance with procedures.

Skills

HV commissioning

MV commissioning

transformers

GIS switchgear

grid connection

protection systems

troubleshooting

leadership

coordination

English fluency

Job description

OLEO Consulting Group seeks a Senior Electrical Commissioning Specialist to lead pre-commissioning, energization and testing for a large-scale hydrogen project in the Netherlands. The role focuses on HV/MV systems, switchgear, transformers and grid integration, reporting to the Commissioning Manager and coordinating with site teams.

You will supervise contractors, ensure safety, manage documentation, and drive handover from Construction to Commissioning.