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Hybrid in Hoogeveen·Full-time·Added today (last checked 22 Oct)
Our summary
- Salary
- €3,691 - €6,493 a month
- Work mode
- Hybrid, Hoogeveen
- Contract
- Full-time
- Languages
- Dutch




Skills
Nice to have
TenneT is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in the Netherlands.
This job advert was originally written in Dutch.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- You have an MBO+ and/or HBO working and thinking level and at least a completed MBO level 4 education in the field of Electrical Engineering or Energy Technology (or comparable certificates).
- You have knowledge of HV installations (primary and secondary) or are willing to acquire it.
- You have experience in performing and analyzing technical measurements and tests.
- You have knowledge of IEC61850 technology.
- Knowledge of HMI and SCADA interfaces is a plus.
- You have a broad or developable view of primary and secondary installations within HVDC.
- You are proficient in the Dutch and English languages.
The role
Keeping the Netherlands running, that is our mission. As a Commission & Service Engineer, you ensure that the electricity grid remains future-proof. Together with your team, you work on testing, maintaining, and optimizing high-voltage installations, which contribute to a stable and sustainable energy system. How will you keep the Netherlands running?
As a Commission & Service Engineer, you are responsible for performing, analyzing, and improving measurements and tests on high-voltage installations, so that the Netherlands can continue to rely on reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
What you'll do
- You perform functional and technical measurements and tests on instrumentation and installations within maintenance and projects, so that the operation and reliability of systems remain demonstrably assured.
- You analyze and assess measurement results and translate these into concrete advice for subject matter experts and stakeholders, so that risks are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
- You report on results, deviations, and malfunctions and advise on improvement measures, so that installations continue to function safely and optimally.
- You switch and set up high-voltage installations safely based on assignments, with an overview of the chain impact, so that work is carried out safely and according to guidelines.
- You perform system inspections, parameterize and maintain installations, and secure knowledge of new systems within the team and the organization, so that expertise remains sustainably available.
- You coordinate with colleagues, suppliers, and the test team and fulfill a leading role during maintenance shutdowns and as a point of contact, so that work is carried out efficiently and in coordination.
Competencies
- Sense of responsibility - you take ownership of installations and activities, so that risks are actively managed
- Collaboration - you coordinate effectively with colleagues, suppliers, and stakeholders, so that work in the chain proceeds optimally
- Proactivity - you identify deviations and opportunities for improvement and tackle these independently, so that systems continuously improve
This role falls within the Operations & Maintenance Technician job profile, so that it is clear for both you and TenneT which responsibilities, expectations, and growth opportunities belong to this position.
TenneT offers you the chance to contribute to a sustainable energy future. Together with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders, you will work on innovative solutions that make the energy transition possible. With us, you will get the space to develop your talent and work in an environment where your growth is central. We encourage initiative and give you the space to come up with new ideas.
Therefore, for full-time employment, we offer you:
- A contract with a probationary period, based on 40 hours per week.
- A salary in scale 6: € 3,691 to € 6,493 per month with 8% holiday allowance and a 6% year-end bonus.
- A solid pension via ABP: we pay 70% of your premium.
- 43 vacation days per year.
- All mentioned employment conditions apply to full-time employment, unless stated otherwise.
- Hybrid working where possible, including travel, internet, and a home office allowance.
- Support for your vitality, with a contribution towards a sports membership and health insurance, and our Always Energy program.
- Development opportunities via the TenneT Academy, so that you can continue to expand your knowledge and skills.
Do you have questions about the application process? Please contact Laurence van Teeseling via laurence.van.teeseling@tennet.eu or +31 6 28 08 54 56.
Applications can only be submitted via the application form. We cannot process emails with CVs. Recruitment agencies responding to this vacancy are not appreciated and will therefore not be processed.