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We are looking for an Electrical Engineering Specialist who can define the electrical architecture behind our advanced mining equipment and subsea vehicles.

If you thrive on conceptual thinking, system integration, and multidisciplinary design, rather than cable routing or detailed schematics, this is the role where your expertise truly matters.

What you'll do:

Taking ownership of the conceptual and basic electrical design is a central part of this role. This includes developing the overall power and control philosophies, creating high-level system architectures, and determining how electrical, electronic, and automation systems fit together into a reliable and efficient whole. You will work on load analyses, system behavior, power system studies, and functional architectures that form the foundation for the detailed engineering phase. From robust sensor networks to fully integrated monitoring and automation platforms, you will shape the electrical systems that enable safe, efficient, and sustainable mining operations worldwide.

Requirements:

• Define electrical power and control philosophies at system level
• Develop conceptual and basic designs (power distribution, safety philosophy, system architecture)
• Perform load calculations, high-level cable sizing, and power system analyses
• Prepare functional specifications, block diagrams, single-line diagrams, and interface documents
• Integrate electrical systems with mechanical, hydraulic, and automation disciplines
• Support and attend FAT/SAT and ensure system validation
• Provide technical leadership while assigning and coordinating work packages with colleagues in, Brazil, South Africa, and Australia, monitoring progress and taking action whenever required to ensure timely and high-quality delivery
• Contribute to innovation in electrical and automation technologies for mining system

What we're looking for:

• Higher professional education in Electrical Engineering with experience in concept and basic design
• We are looking for a professional with proven experience in similar or related roles; this position is not suited for junior or entry-level applicants
• Experienced candidates with experience in the oil & gas downstream sector or petrochemicals are encouraged to apply
• Skilled in system integration, power distribution concepts, and functional architecture
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary project teams with global stakeholders and colleagues
• Someone independent, analytical, and able to lead technically
• Experience in mining, offshore, maritime, or heavy equipment is a plus
• Strong communication skills in English; proficiency in Dutch is considered an advantage
• Based in the Netherlands or holding a valid EU work permit

Why join us?

• Work on innovative projects that make a real impact.
• Collaborate with a team of skilled professionals.
• Enjoy a supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

What we offer:

• Gross monthly salary between € 5.000 and +€ 6.800 plus 8% holiday allowance
• Plenty of time off: 40 vacation days for a full-time position, with the option to buy or sell additional leave.
• A profit-sharing scheme that lets you share in Royal IHC's success.
• Flexible working: A home office allowance of €2.45 per day + a one-time payment of €750 to set up your workspace.
• Travel allowance of €0.21 per kilometer for the days you commute to the office.
• A solid pension plan through PME.
• Room to grow: Numerous internal career opportunities and a training budget + access to our IHC Academy to support your development.
• Health and energy: Unlimited access to our in-house gym (in exchange for the sustainable employability day).
• Royal IHC takes care of things you'd rather not worry about, but that are still important-such as disability insurance, partner pension, and the option to have additional healthcare costs reimbursed through our Social Fund.

About IHC Mining

At IHC Mining, we develop (innovative) solutions and equipment across dry-to-wet mining, underwater remote mining, deep-sea mining, and urban mining. Supporting customers throughout the entire mining cycle is a core part of our work - from early-phase project evaluation studies, through engineering, delivery, and after-sales support, all the way to mine closure. Within this global playing field, the needs of mining customers are translated into fully integrated solutions, achieved through close collaboration with colleagues in Brazil, South Africa, and Australia. We ensure that valuable minerals are recovered in a manner that aligns seamlessly with the environmental, operational, and economic requirements of each client. This includes minerals such as, but not limited to, mineral sands, silica sands, and alluvial and sedimentary deposits (gold, tin, diamond, potash, lithium) - including those that serve as key inputs for high-value battery materials. In addition, we support tailings removal and re-handling where secondary mineral recovery is required.

About IHC Mining

For every phase in the mining life cycle for raw materials, IHC Mining provides reliable, integrated solutions, fully tailored to specific demand for mineral resources. By means of the state-of-the-art equipment that we design and build - and the services we deliver - our customers can improve operational efficiency, lower the cost per tonne and make their activities more sustainable.

We have a proven track record in solutions for mineral sands, tailings rehabilitation, battery minerals, gold, diamonds, tin and other commodities. In addition, with our experts working on a global basis, we guarantee a local presence and industry leading support on every continent.