Project Engineer – High Voltage Primary

Location: Rotterdam
Employment Type: Full-time (Permanent)

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Project Engineer – High Voltage Primary to contribute to the engineering and execution of high-voltage infrastructure projects. In this role, you will take technical responsibility for the primary side of substations and grid projects, ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective design solutions from concept through detailed engineering and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Develop technical concepts into detailed project and design specifications
Design and verify primary high-voltage components, including transformers, circuit breakers, disconnectors, CTs, VTs, and associated structures
Prepare preliminary and final cost estimates
Translate functional designs into executable engineering plans
Ensure compliance with customer requirements, technical standards, and legislation
Monitor planning and proactively track project progress
Identify and resolve technical bottlenecks
Maintain and manage technical documentation in line with Systems Engineering methodology
Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams from basic design through detailed engineering and project completion
Perform quality checks and ensure designs meet safety and feasibility standards

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Proven experience in high-voltage primary engineering (110kV+)
Strong knowledge of transformers, switchgear, and substation design
Experience with technical specifications, cost estimation, and engineering documentation
Familiarity with Systems Engineering principles
Strong analytical, coordination, and communication skills
Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus)

What We Offer

Opportunity to work on large-scale high-voltage infrastructure projects
Collaborative and technically driven work environment
Professional development and career growth opportunities
Competitive salary and benefits package

Project Engineer High Voltage Primary