Electrical Engineer – Energy Solutions
Location: North Holland (Netherlands)
Employment Type: Full-time
Contract Type: Long-term (with potential for permanent employment)
Relocation support available
About the Role:
Are you passionate about advanced energy systems and electrical engineering in real-world industrial environments?
We are looking for an Electrical Engineer who enjoys working on complex energy solutions where power generation, battery systems, automation, and control technologies come together.
In this role, you will be involved in the engineering, integration, and optimisation of complete energy systems, ranging from backup power installations to hybrid and sustainable energy solutions. You will work on projects where reliability, innovation, and system performance are critical.
This is a highly technical and hands-on engineering position within an international environment where you can truly make an impact.
Why This Role Stands Out:
* Work on cutting-edge energy projects involving BESS, EMS, hybrid systems, and power distribution
* Be part of a company with deep expertise in critical power and energy infrastructure
* Combine engineering, automation, and system integration in one role
* High level of ownership and technical responsibility
* Opportunity to work on international and technically challenging projects
* Work in an environment where innovation and practical engineering go hand in hand
What You’ll Do
Design and develop electrical systems for advanced energy solutions
Work on energy systems involving:
* Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
* Energy Management Systems (EMS)
* Hybrid power solutions
* Generator and backup power systems
Create and maintain electrical drawings and technical documentation
Configure and integrate PLC, SCADA, EMS, and generator control systems
Work with communication protocols such as Modbus TCP/IP
Support integration of generator controllers such as ComAp and DeepSea
Participate in testing, synchronisation, FAT, SAT, and commissioning of hybrid energy systems
Collaborate with project engineers, commissioning engineers, and automation specialists
Analyse technical issues and provide practical engineering solutions
Ensure systems comply with relevant technical standards and safety requirements
Support continuous improvement of products and engineering processes
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Automation, or similar
Experience in electrical engineering within industrial, energy, or power-related environments
Knowledge of:
* BESS / EMS systems
* Power distribution
* Industrial automation
* Hybrid energy systems
Experience with generator control systems such as ComAp or DeepSea is highly preferred
Experience with PLC/SCADA systems and communication protocols such as Modbus TCP/IP
Experience with electrical design software such as:
* EPLAN
* AutoCAD Electrical
* SEE Electrical
Familiarity with generator systems, backup power, UPS, or critical power solutions is a strong plus
Experience with FAT/SAT, synchronisation, and commissioning activities is preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
Hands-on and proactive attitude
Fluent in English (Dutch is a plus)
EU work authorization or willingness to relocate (visa support possible for non-EU candidates)
We Offer
* Long-term contract (40 hours/week) with the possibility of permanent employment
* Competitive salary, between €3,800 and €5,900, based on experience and technical background
* 30 days of leave per year with full-time employment and the possibility to buy extra days.
* Holiday allowance of 8.33%, paid annually
* Travel reimbursement
* Relocation support (if applicable), including:
* Assistance with first housing
* Relocation bonus
* Support with BSN, banking, insurance, and onboarding
* Work permit and visa assistance (if applicable)
* Personal guidance from Xelvin and access to a strong technical network in the Netherlands
* Opportunity to work on innovative and future-focused energy projects
Would you like to work on advanced energy systems and contribute to the future of power and sustainability?
Apply directly or reach out for more information.