Project Manager / Technical Manager High Voltage
Location

Groningen, Hengelo, Eindhoven, Elsloo, Schiedam, Velsen-Noord, or Belgium
Contract Period

ASAP - 31 December 2026
Hours

40 hours per week
Education Required

Completed HBO or WO degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, or a related technical field
Experience Required

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Technical Manager High Voltage to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary infrastructure projects within the high-voltage energy sector. The role focuses on the successful delivery of technically complex projects ranging from design through to realization within high-voltage grid environments (110-380 kV).

Depending on experience and expertise, the successful candidate will operate as either a Technical Manager or Project Manager within integrated project teams, contributing to major energy transition and infrastructure initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Technical Management

• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across:
  • Primary systems
  • Secondary systems
  • Civil and structural engineering
  • Telecom
  • Cable systems
  • Lines and masts
  • BIM and GIS disciplines
• Translate project goals into technical requirements, parameters, and design criteria
• Monitor technical integration and interfaces between disciplines
• Ensure project delivery in line with planning, scope, budget, quality, and safety requirements

Engineering & Systems Integration

• Apply Systems Engineering methodologies within projects
• Assess design solutions for:
  • Feasibility
  • Manufacturability
  • Risk management
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and customer standards
• Promote Safety by Design principles throughout the project lifecycle

Stakeholder & Contractor Management

• Maintain active communication with clients, engineers, suppliers, and project stakeholders
• Select, coordinate, and manage contractors and suppliers
• Support integrated collaboration within project teams using structured project methodologies

Leadership & Delivery

• Provide leadership within multidisciplinary teams
• Ensure high-quality technical project outcomes
• Support efficient project execution and decision-making
• Contribute to innovative and future-focused energy infrastructure projects

Required Skills & Experience

• Completed HBO or WO degree in:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Energy Technology
  • Or a related technical discipline
• 5-10 years of experience in:
  • High-voltage installations
  • Technical infrastructure projects
  • Design, realization, or project management activities
• Strong knowledge of:
  • High-voltage substations
  • Transformers
  • GIS installations
  • Cable connections
• Experience with project methodologies and contract structures such as:
  • IPM
  • UAV-gc
  • Prince2
  • PMP
• Familiarity with standards and regulations including:
  • NEN-EN-IEC 61936
  • NEN 3840
  • NEN 3140
• Experience applying Systems Engineering principles

Preferred Competencies

• Strong leadership and coordination skills
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities
• High level of safety awareness
• Result-oriented and proactive mindset
• Ability to manage complex multidisciplinary processes
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work effectively in dynamic project environments

Language Requirements

• Excellent command of Dutch and English, both written and spoken