Project Manager Engineering Rotterdam

Manpower Netherlands; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in energy technology is seeking a Project Manager for engineering projects in Rotterdam. The successful candidate will oversee technical leadership, project management, and collaboration with various teams, focusing on High & Medium Voltage substations. Ideal applicants have a degree in Electrical Engineering and at least five years of relevant experience. This role offers a gross monthly salary up to €6,500 and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Gross monthly salary up to €6,500

Reimbursement of travel costs

Direct contract with the client

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in power systems engineering for utility or industrial High & Medium Voltage substations.
• Proactive, result-oriented, and resilient under pressure.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and eagerness to stay ahead of new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical lead for substations and develop power supply system architecture.
• Lead engineering activities for tenders and projects, including cost estimates.
• Coordinate procurement specifications and supplier reviews.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Power systems engineering

BIM knowledge

Communication

Proactive attitude

Multicultural team collaboration

Dutch and English fluency

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for engineering and energy solutions? In this role, you will lead complex engineering projects, work with cutting-edge technology, and contribute directly to a more sustainable future. You’ll be part of a motivated international team where your expertise truly makes an impact. Apply now!

Manpower is hiring a Project Manager Engineering for a company in Rotterdam.

Your responsibilities

• Technical leadership: Act as the technical lead for substations, develop power supply system architecture, and perform sizing calculations
• Project management: Lead all engineering activities within tenders and projects, including work plans, cost estimates, and reviews
• Collaboration: Work closely with sales, project management, site installation, and commissioning teams. Manage discussions with customers and respond to site queries
• Procurement coordination: Prepare specifications, review supplier offers, and coordinate with supply chain management
• Risk management: Support risk assessments and report on opportunities and potential issues. Conduct safety observations for HSE compliance
• Mentorship: Guide junior engineers, apprentices, and support teams with technical challenges
• Continuous improvement: Identify and implement ways to simplify and optimize processes

What’s in it for you

• Gross monthly salary up to €6,500
• Reimbursement of travel costs
• Direct contract with our client
• Hybrid working model (office and home-office)

About the employer

Your future employer is a global leader in energy technology that drives innovation to build a sustainable, flexible, and secure energy system. Active in more than 140 countries, they deliver advanced solutions and services to customers in utilities, industry, and infrastructure.

Working hours

In this fulltime job you will work from Monday to Friday, between 9:00 and 17:00.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• At least five years of experience in power systems engineering for utility or industrial High & Medium Voltage substations
• Skilled in engineering processes, tools, and techniques, with knowledge of BIM considered a plus
• Strong communicator, able to work in multicultural teams and interact with stakeholders at all levels
• Proactive, result-oriented, and resilient under pressure
• Excellent command of Dutch and English (both written and spoken)
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and eagerness to stay ahead of new technologies

Ready to take your career

Ready to take your career to the next level in engineering? Apply today and join a team that is shaping the future of sustainable energy!