Lead Engineer Primary - HV

FairPlay Engineering BV; Zwolle; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

FairPlay Engineering BV seeks an experienced Lead Engineer Primary - High Voltage to lead internal and external engineers from basic design to execution and project delivery in Zwolle, Netherlands. You will translate requirements into concrete designs and plans and ensure compliance with standards and regulations while guiding project execution.

The role emphasizes a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset, strong communication, and a focus on delivering reliable high-voltage solutions for grid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Power Engineering, or a comparable technical field.
• Knowledge of high-voltage components such as circuit breakers, disconnectors, or connections is a strong advantage.
• Proactive and entrepreneurial mindset with excellent communication, analytical thinking, and a results-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Translating functional designs and requirements into concrete designs and project plans.
• Designing and verifying integrated solutions based on client specifications, technical standards and guidelines, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Preparing and reviewing technical documentation, drawings, calculations, and execution documents.
• Supporting the Technical Manager throughout the project phases from basic design in the preparation phase to detailed execution design.
• Identifying and resolving design bottlenecks, reporting findings, and performing quality checks.

Skills

High Voltage

Circuit Breakers

Disconnectors

Power Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Power Engineering degree

Job description

Intro information

We are looking for an experienced Lead Engineer Primary - High Voltage!

Company information

Our client is a leader in the design, implementation, and management of high-voltage systems. With a strong focus on innovation, they skillfully navigate the complexities of the energy sector, including grid enhancement and sustainable energy strategies. Their expertise plays a crucial role in driving a more environmentally conscious and energy-efficient future.

Vacancy information

Your focus lies in the area of high-voltage components (primary systems) and the associated structures required for installing and mounting these components. This includes high-voltage transformers, circuit breakers, disconnectors, current and voltage transformers, cable and/or overhead line connections, and all supporting structures.

You will lead both internal and external engineers and take full responsibility from the basic design phase through to execution and project delivery. Pretty exciting, right?

Your responsibilities include:

• Translating functional designs and requirements into concrete designs and project plans.
• Designing and verifying integrated solutions based on client specifications, technical standards and guidelines, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Preparing and reviewing technical documentation, drawings, calculations, and execution documents.
• Supporting the Technical Manager throughout the project phases from basic design in the preparation phase to detailed execution design.
• Identifying and resolving design bottlenecks, reporting findings, and performing quality checks.

What do you need

What You Bring to Succeed:

• A completed bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Power Engineering, or a comparable technical field.
• Knowledge of high-voltage components such as circuit breakers, disconnectors, or connections is a strong advantage. You enjoy working with electrical networks (high voltage) and power engineering.
• Key competencies: a proactive and entrepreneurial mindset - you strive for the best results for both the project and your own development. Excellent communication skills are desirable, as well as strong analytical thinking and a results-oriented approach.