Lead Electrical Engineer (MCF/ Data Centres)

First Marine International; Delft; On-site; EUR 62,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible hours

Travel allowance

NS Business Card

Pension plan

Job summary

Haskoning, Nijmegen office, is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer for our Global Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) Data Centre team. You will lead the design of complex electrical infrastructures in live data centres, ensuring continuity and reliability across international projects.

We offer a hybrid, international work environment with travel to client sites. A Bachelor or Master in Electrical Engineering and 10+ years of relevant experience are essential, with fluency in English and Dutch

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• At least 10 years of relevant electrical design experience in data centres or mission critical environments.
• Proven knowledge of standard practices in design and construction industry.
• Strong understanding of clients’ operational environments to ensure continuity and reliability.
• Excellent command of English; Dutch is a plus as projects are international.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for data centres from LV distribution to HV substations including redundancy and UPS architectures.
• Define design scope and prepare technical specifications, reports and tender documentation.
• Coordinate electrical work packages across multiple projects.
• Support risk assessments, cost reviews and technical tender evaluations.
• Represent the company during FAT, SAT and site testing and commissioning activities.

Skills

Technical authority

Communication

Ownership

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Haskoning is a global leader in the design and engineering of Mission Critical Facilities, particularly in the data centre industry. Our dedicated MCF Data Centre team collaborates with top data centre providers across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the UK to create innovative and sustainable solutions. As digital technologies continue to drive global growth, we are expanding our team and offer exciting opportunities for experienced professionals to join us in key locations such as the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Spain, Switzerland, the UK, and South Africa.

What you do as a Lead Electrical Engineer (MCF/ Data Centres)

As Lead Electrical Engineer, you are responsible for the design and engineering of complex electrical infrastructures for data centres. You work on advanced power systems ranging from 5V DC up to 150 kV substations, including distribution networks, energy storage, redundancy concepts and UPS systems. In brownfield projects, you operate in live data centre environments where risk management, assessments and testing and commissioning are integral to safeguarding continuity and reliability.

Your Main Responsibilities Include

• Designing and delivering electrical systems for data centres, from LV distribution to HV substations including redundancy and UPS architectures;
• Defining design scope and preparing technical specifications, reports and tender documentation;
• Managing and coordinating electrical work packages across multiple projects;
• Supporting risk assessments, cost reviews and technical tender evaluations;
• Representing Haskoning during FAT, SAT and site testing and commissioning activities.

Beyond project delivery, you contribute to improving internal processes and strengthening technical expertise within your team and across our wider MEP Community, where we actively share insights, innovations and examples of our own projects, including during our annual MEP Knowledge Day.

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 Lead Electrical 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 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 combine technical authority with a strong sense of ownership. You are decisive in complex engineering environments, understand the operational drivers of mission critical clients and translate requirements into robust, reliable technical solutions. Within multidisciplinary teams you communicate clearly and effectively, both internally and towards clients, and you approach challenges with a structured, solution driven mindset.

To perform at this level, the following background is essential:

• A Bachelor or Master degree in Electrical Engineering, providing the theoretical foundation required for complex system design and critical infrastructure projects;
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in electrical design within data centres or other mission critical environments, ensuring you can independently lead and validate high impact engineering decisions;
• Proven knowledge of standard practices within the design and construction industry, necessary to align engineering output with regulatory, contractual and execution frameworks;
• A strong understanding of clients’ operational environments, enabling you to design solutions that support continuity, reliability and long term performance;
• Excellent command of English, written and spoken, and preferably Dutch, as projects are delivered in international contexts while close alignment with local stakeholders may be required.

What you can expect from us

At Haskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

What We Offer

• A solid foundation: A competitive base salary (€ 5.564 – € 7.948, based on experience and skills) 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’ll 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, work-from-home 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’ll 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.

Benefits

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Do you have any questions about the role or the process? You can always contact Wouter Seevinck, Associate Director MEP, at [e-mail] or Devika Jagmohan, Recruiter Industry & Buildings, at [e-mail].

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.