Test Engineer On Site

CESI SpA; Arnhem; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary €3,600–€5,000 gross per month

30 annual leave days (fulltime)

Permanent contract from start

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

KEMA Labs, part of the CESI Group, is seeking a Test Engineer On Site Testing in Arnhem. You will prepare, execute and follow up standard tests on high-voltage devices at customer sites up to 400 kV and develop test methods with measurement setups.

You should have a Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/High Voltage Engineering, be willing to travel Europe-wide and on-site about 150 days/year (roughly 3 days per week). Proficiency in German and English is required.

Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering / High Voltage Engineering.
• Extensive technical understanding, accuracy and analytical skills.
• Willingness to take many business trips, Europe-wide.
• Willingness to perform on-site about 150 days/year (≈3 days/week).
• Confident handling of MS Office.
• Very good knowledge of German and English (written and spoken).
• Good communication and initiative; organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparation, execution and follow-up of standard-compliant tests on high-voltage devices and systems at customer sites, up to 400 kV.
• Tests for withstand stress verification with PD measurement and other tests per customer specs.
• Continuous training in applicable standards.
• Conceptual development of testing, control and measurement technology and methods.
• Creation and processing of schedules and rough calculations.
• Design and conception of test aids and measurement setups.
• Technical and organizational support during bidding.
• Coordination with customers before and during tests.
• Technical customer support and preparation of test documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Organisational skills

German language

English language

Willingness to travel

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering / High Voltage Engineering

Job description

Work location

Netherlands , Gelderland , Arnhem

Branch

KEMA BV a CESI Company

Date of last update

22/06/2026 Expiry date: 31/12/2999

At KEMA Labs we're always on the lookout for passionate and driven professionals to join our team! Whether you're an experienced expert or someone bringing a fresh perspective, here you'll have the space to grow, make an impact, and work on exciting projects. Ready to give your career a boost and become part of an energetic and innovative team? Keep reading!

What you will do

As a Test Engineer On Site Testing at KEMA Labs, your main responsibilities will include:

• Preparation, execution and follow-up of standard-compliant tests on high-voltage devices and systems at the customer's sites, up to 400 kV.
• Tests for the verification of withstand stress with accompanying PD measurement as well as other tests according to customer specifications
• Continuous training in the areas of applicable standards
• Conceptual development of testing, control and measurement technology as well as test methods
• Creation and processing of schedules and rough calculations
• Design and conception of test aids as well as test and measurement setups
• Technical and organizational support in the bidding phase of an order
• Technical and organizational coordination with the customer in the run-up to and during the tests
• Technical customer support and preparation of test documentation

You will be responsible for tasks above and work closely with the onsite team.

At KEMA Labs, you're not just a number. You are part of the on site team (OST) that supports each other and celebrates successes together. Plus, we offer an open and informal work atmosphere.

What you bring

• Completed Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering / High Voltage Engineering
• Extensive technical understanding, accuracy and analytical skills
• Willingness to take many business trips, even at short notice (Europe-wide)
• Willingness to perform as a minimum 150 days/year on-site, typically 3 days a week
• Confident handling of MS Office
• Very good knowledge of German and English, both written and spoken
• Good communication skills, social skills and initiative
• Organisational skills with a systematic, analytical and quality-oriented way of working
• Driving licence class C (preferrable)

What you get

• A salary between € 3.600 - € 5.000 gross per month (fulltime).
• Suitable remunerations for working on site and abroad.
• 30 annual leave days, with the option to buy or sell 10 days (fulltime).
• A permanent contract from the start, because we believe in long-term relationships.
• Training and development opportunities: because your personal development is beneficial for us both.

About us

KEMA Labs is part of the CESI Group. We are an international company specialising in testing, certification, and verification of products, primarily in the energy and electrical sectors. We offer a wide range of services, including safety tests, performance evaluations, and compliance testing, ensuring that products meet global regulations and standards. We support businesses in developing safe, reliable, and efficient technologies by leveraging advanced testing facilities and our expertise in energy solutions.

At KEMA, we prioritise occupational health & safety and a secure working environment. We are also committed to contributing actively to the energy transition and a more sustainable future.