Senior Electrical Engineer

Company
A leading organisation in the life sciences sector, committed to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and operational reliability. The company values innovation and continuous improvement, providing a dynamic environment for professionals dedicated to engineering excellence.

Role Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our client's team, supporting electrical operations and leading key projects to ensure system integrity and compliance. The role includes maintaining electrical safety standards while contributing to the successful delivery of capital and maintenance projects across the site.

Responsibilities
- Serve as the electrical expert for daily site operations, ensuring all electrical systems are operated, maintained, and modified safely and in compliance with Dutch regulations (including NEN 3140 and NEN 1010), internal standards, and EHS policies.
- Assist in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolving electrical failures or deviations in operational processes.
- Manage electrical work permits, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and contractor activities to uphold safety standards.
- Support and oversee electrical aspects of capital projects, from initial design review and approval to execution and handover.
- Review electrical designs, specifications, and drawings to ensure they meet engineering standards and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and engineering partners during project delivery, commissioning, and system handovers.
- Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including asset registers and electrical dossiers, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Identify opportunities for improving system reliability, energy efficiency, and ease of maintenance, supporting best practice sharing across the organisation.
- Participate in safety assessments, risk evaluations, and audits to ensure ongoing compliance and operational safety.

Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Mandatory certification in NEN 3140; NEN 1010 experience is preferred.
- Several years of experience working in industrial, pharmaceutical, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
- Proven experience supporting both operational and capital project activities.
- Strong knowledge of low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical systems.
- Familiarity with managing contractors and working within regulated environments.
- Fluency in English; Dutch language skills are a plus.

Other Information
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