Electrical primary engineer

Werkgever:
Leap29 Digital
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Functieomschrijving

As a Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Engineer, you will support energy network expansion and reinforcement projects in the Netherlands and internationally. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you’ll deliver technical solutions for substations, cables, and overhead line connections, from concept through execution. Your role combines engineering design with project coordination, and you’ll act as a key liaison between clients, CAD engineers, and external partners to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective outcomes.

You’ll be part of the Energy Transition unit, which helps clients accelerate sustainable infrastructure projects across energy, water, and raw material systems. The team brings together creativity, technical excellence, and global experience to drive meaningful change.

Key Responsibilities:


Develop electrical engineering deliverables and oversee project execution


Liaise with clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle


Design safe and cost-effective T&D solutions for substations and grid connections


Conduct feasibility studies, simulations, and prepare technical documentation


Collaborate with internal teams and external specialists on design and construction


Contribute to project planning, budgets, and schedules


Support knowledge sharing and, in senior roles, mentor junior engineers

Requirements:


BSc/MSc/PhD in Electrical or Power Engineering, or equivalent experience


3+ years’ experience in T&D engineering (5+ for Lead Engineer level)


Knowledge of HV/MV substations, equipment specs, and relevant standards (e.g. DNV, IEC)


Experience with design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, Elcad, Primtech, PSCAD (preferred)


Strong communication skills and ability to work in diverse, international teams


Fluent in English; Dutch is an advantage


Willingness to travel and work offshore occasionally


We're looking for someone who is proactive, curious, and passionate about driving the energy transition—someone who enjoys solving complex challenges and is eager to grow in the role.