Test Specialist High Power Lab

CESI SpA; Arnhem; Hybrid; EUR 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 annual leave days

Commuting allowance

Smartphone and laptop

Intense training program

Job summary

KEMA Labs, part of CESI, is seeking a Test Specialist for the High-Power Lab in Arnhem, Netherlands. You will execute short-circuit tests, assemble and analyze measurement setups, and report results to customers, while also pursuing your own projects in areas like camera calibration, safety, or R&D.

The role requires an MBO 4 in Electrical Engineering, flexibility for night shifts/overtime, teamwork and independent work, and strong English; native Dutch is preferred.

Qualifications

• MBO 4 Electrical Engineering level.
• Flexible attitude with respect to working hours.
• Ability to work in teams and independently.
• Ability to work under stress with high responsibility.
• Good written and verbal English; native Dutch preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute short circuit tests and assemble/analyze measurement setups.
• Prepare test setups and perform controls/measurements.
• Maintain and repair installations and equipment.
• Report results to customers after tests.
• Conduct sensitive measurements and work under test engineer guidance.
• Manage personal projects in camera calibration, safety, R&D, etc.

Education

MBO 4 Electrical Engineering

Job description

Work location:

Work location: Netherlands , Gelderland , Arnhem

Sector:

Role:

Branch:

Branch: KEMA BV a CESI Company

Date of last update:

Date of last update: 20/07/2026 Expiry date: 31/12/2999

We are seeking a talented and motivated Test Specialist to join our High Power Lab!

What you will do

Your daily work includes, but is not limited to, the following activities:

• The execution of short circuit test, assembling, analyzing, and disassembling measurement set-ups.
• Preparing the test set-ups (controls, measurements).
• Working on maintenance and repair of installations and measurement equipment
• Following the completion of the test for analyzing the results and reporting to the customer.
• Conducting sensitive measurements .
• Executing tests under guidance of the test engineer.
• Outside of testing you will have your own projects in the fields of your interest (camera's calibration, safety, R&D etc.).

What you bring

• MBO 4 Electrical Engineering level.
• Flexible attitude with respect to working hours (willing to do night shifts and occasional overtime).
• Ability to work both in teams and independently.
• Ability to work under stress with high responsibility of executing tests correctly and accurately in cooperation with the test engineer.
• Good written and verbal command of the English language. Native Dutch is preferred.

Employment conditions

KEMA Labs offers a competitive salary and compensation scheme, good working environment and possibilities for your career development.

• Salary indication €3.000- 4.000 gross per month, based 38 hrs/w
• 30 annual leave days, with the option to buy or sell 10 days.
• Commuting allowance and a fiscal advantage when you have to travel a bit further
• Smart phone and laptop.
• An intense training program before you will be assigned to carry the full responsibilities for Test Specialist.

About us

KEMA Labs, part of CESI company, is looking for a Test Specialist for the High-Power Lab. CESI is a world-leading technical consulting and engineering company in the field of technology and innovation for the electric power sector. Through its Division KEMA Labs, CESI is the world leader for the independent Testing, Inspection and Certification activities in the electricity industry. With a legacy of more than 60 years of experience, CESI operates in 70 countries around the world and supports its global clients in meeting the energy transition challenges. At KEMA, we prioritize occupational health & safety and a secure working environment. We are also committed to contributing actively to the energy transition and a more sustainable future.

KEMA's High-Power Laboratory is the largest independent short-circuit laboratory in the world where short-circuit tests are carried out on equipment for transmission and distribution networks. Global manufacturers and electric utilities are customers who rely on KEMA for development, acceptance tests and certification testing. The tests are conducted in consultation with the customer and in collaboration with a team of employees. The teams operate in day and night shifts. We are looking for a Test Specialist who is ready to take a dynamic job with a great deal of responsibility.

What you will do Tests are conducted here for network operators and owners, financiers and supply industries using advanced testing facilities and on site by our own mobile installations. The tests are conducted on the components used to construct electrical power networks. Most of these components

Your next adventure starts here! 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