Project Engineer Electrical Systems HVDC Land Stations [EU-Resident]

TenneT is growing fast to realize its strategic ambitions. We play a leading role in driving the energy transition.
We are looking for a passionate Project Engineer HVDC Land Stations within our Team Electrical Systems Primary at our location Arnhem Rijnpoort who will contribute to this and that might be you?

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and excellent stakeholder and expectation management abilities.
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Structured, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Ownership mindset with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Team player who thrives in a multidisciplinary and international environment.

Background and Experience

• Master's degree or Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related technical background.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in engineering, project engineering, technical consultancy, or technical project support within major infrastructure projects.
• Candidates with 5+ years of experience are especially encouraged to apply.
• Understanding of engineering processes across design, construction, installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Experience within large-scale energy, industrial, infrastructure, or renewable energy projects.
• Experience with HV substations, transmission systems, offshore wind, or HVDC technology is considered a strong advantage.

As a Technical Project Engineer, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for delivering complex HVDC land converter stations from design through commissioning.

You will work closely with experienced Sub Project Leads, Technical Specialists, contractors, and stakeholders, ensuring that technical deliverables are reviewed, coordinated, and successfully implemented throughout the project lifecycle.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for engineers who want to combine technical expertise with project coordination and who aspire to grow towards a future leadership role within large-scale infrastructure projects.

Technical Coordination

• Take ownership of assigned technical work packages within the HVDC Land Stations scope.
• Support the Sub Project Lead HVDC Land Stations in daily project execution and technical decision-making.
• Coordinate technical activities across engineering, construction, installation, testing, and commissioning phases.

• Review and assess engineering deliverables, technical specifications, contractor documentation, and change requests.
• Monitor technical compliance and ensure alignment with project requirements and quality standards.
• Identify technical risks and support the development of mitigation measures.

• Coordinate interfaces between HVDC equipment, civil works, auxiliary systems, and other project disciplines.
• Facilitate communication between internal teams, external contractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure technical dependencies and project interfaces are effectively managed.

• Support planning, progress tracking, risk management, and issue resolution activities.
• Provide technical status updates and risk assessments to project management.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of multiple HVDC projects within the HELT portfolio.

• Support construction, installation, testing, and commissioning activities both on-site and remotely.
• Review technical compliance during execution and coordinate follow-up actions where required.
• Work closely with site management and contractors to resolve technical challenges.

• Promote and actively contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Support implementation and compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Ensure safety considerations are embedded in technical decision-making and project execution.

TenneT gives you the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable energy future. Together with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders, you work on innovative solutions that enable the energy transition. You'll have room to develop your talents in an environment where your growth is a priority.

• A indefinite contract or year contract with the possibility of extension based on 40 hours per week.
• A salary in scale 8: €4,276 to €8,443 per month (based on a 40-hour work week), excluding 8% holiday allowance, 6% year-end bonus and a flexbonus.
• Bandwith salary scale is based on education, experience, knowledge and internal equity.
• A solid pension through ABP, with 70% of the premium paid by us.
• 43 vacation days per year
• Hybrid working, including an internet allowance of €32.50 and a home-office allowance.
• Travel allowance: commuting allowance of €0,23 p/km nett and business of €0,44 p/km gross.

We value a healthy work-life balance and your personal development. That's why we offer flexible benefits such as:

Support for your vitality, with contributions towards a gym membership and health insurance.

Development opportunities through the TenneT Academy, so you can continue to expand your knowledge and skills.

Application Process
You can apply directly via the application button on this page. The application deadline is 18 November. By approximately 20 November, we will inform you whether you have been selected for the interview round. First online interviews are scheduled in the afternoon on Monday, 23 November and if the outcome is positive, second on-site interviews are scheduled on Thursday, 26 November in our Offshore Office Arnhem Rijnpoort.

It is also possible that the position may gets unpublished earlier than the above mentioned timeframe, so don't hesitate to apply!