Electrical Project Engineer

Bennet & Boss B.V.; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the offshore equipment sector is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer. This role involves leading the design and commissioning of electrical systems for heavy-duty lifting equipment. The successful candidate will manage complex projects, ensuring compliance with numerous standards, while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams. The role is well-suited for someone with a strong technical background in electrical engineering and project management, who is ready to travel internationally for various project phases.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years' experience in engineering power and control systems for heavy machinery.
• Proficiency with EPLAN and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Strong knowledge of IEC 60204-1, IEC 60092, and functional safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Translate functional specifications into electrical and control system designs.
• Produce schematics, cable lists, load calculations, and BOMs.
• Guide panel builders and perform factory-acceptance tests.

Skills

Project coordination

Supplier management

Knowledge of IEC standards

EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical

PLC/SCADA programming

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Profile Electrical Project Engineer

Can you turn complex electrical concepts into machinery that lifts hundreds of tonnes safely at sea? Comfortable juggling clients' specs, classification rules and suppliers' deadlines while still delivering on time?

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We are looking for an Electrical Project Engineer to lead the end-to-end design, integration and commissioning of electrical and control systems for advanced offshore lifting equipment, translating client requirements into compliant technical solutions while coordinating suppliers, documentation, testing, and on-site support throughout the project lifecycle.

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Tasks & responsibilities:

• Translate functional specifications into detailed electrical and control system designs for heavy-duty lifting equipment.
• Produce schematics, cable lists, load calculations and BOMs in EPLAN/AutoCAD Electrical and keep them up-to-date through the project lifecycle.
• Specify, select, and procure LV/MV components, drives, PLC/SCADA hardware and safety devices in line with IEC/DNV/ATEX standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces with mechanical, hydraulic, and software teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Monitor engineering budgets, schedules, and change orders; report progress and technical risks to the project manager.
• Guide panel builders and external suppliers, review their documentation and perform factory-acceptance tests.
• Prepare test protocols, supervise commissioning on site (yard, quayside, and offshore) and resolve punch-list items.
• Deliver complete as-built documentation, CE conformity files and user manuals to the client and service department.
• Provide technical support during tenders and contribute to the continuous improvement of design rules and templates.

Requirements Electrical Project Engineer

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation or a comparable discipline.
• 3-7 years' experience in engineering power and control systems for cranes, offshore equipment, wind-turbine tools or similar heavy machinery.
• Proficiency with EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical; familiarity with PLC/SCADA programming environments (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley).
• Solid knowledge of IEC 60204-1, IEC 60092, ATEX and functional safety (SIL/PL) requirements.
• Able to perform load-flow, short-circuit and selectivity studies and to size motors, drives and protection devices.
• Strong project coordination and supplier management skills; comfortable balancing cost, quality and schedule.
• Willingness to travel worldwide for FAT, commissioning, and troubleshooting (≈20% of the time)
• Fluent in English; Dutch or German is an advantage.
• VCA (Veiligheid, Gezondheid en Milieu) certificate or readiness to obtain it, and valid offshore medical & BOSIET preferred.