Project Engineer

Project Engineer – Substations & High Voltage

(ENGLISH SPEAKERS)

Location: The Netherlands (on-site), 1-2 - year contract with potential of permanent employment, NOT project/freelance

Are you passionate about large-scale infrastructure and high-voltage energy systems? Join a forward-thinking engineering team dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions in substations (up to 500kV) and energy transmission projects across global markets.

We're looking for an experienced Project Engineer to support the design, development, and delivery of substation and high-voltage projects. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, contribute to energy transition solutions, and bring excellence to our electromechanical and protection systems.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop basic and executive electromechanical designs for high-voltage substations (69kV to 500kV)
- Prepare and analyze layout drawings, grounding mesh, cable routing, and auxiliary systems (AC/DC)
- Design single-line, three-line, and interconnection diagrams
- Ensure compliance with international standards (IEC, ANSI, IEEE, ABNT)
- Perform technical documentation review and approval (FATs, BOMs, technical specs)
- Interface with clients, suppliers, and cross-functional engineering teams
- Contribute to engineering reports including ROI, CAPEX, and technical feasibility

What We're Looking For:

- Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Minimum 4+ years of experience in high-voltage substation design (preferred: 230kV to 500kV)
- Proficiency with AutoCAD (See Electrical, Eplan P8 or similar is a plus)
- Familiarity with SCADA, protection and control systems
- Solid knowledge of substation equipment: CTs, PTs, surge arresters, circuit breakers, transformers, disconnectors
- Experience with software like CYMCAP, DiaLUX, PVsyst (nice to have)
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in multicultural environments
- English proficiency required; Portuguese or Spanish is a plus

Bonus:

- Experience with renewable projects (photovoltaic farms, hybrid systems)
- Exposure to EPC projects and multidisciplinary coordination
- Understanding of ESG practices in engineering

Why Join Us:

- Work with industry leaders in power and energy systems
- Get involved in international projects with real impact
- Grow within a dynamic and mission-driven company
- Remote flexibility and a collaborative, innovation-driven culture

Who is Xelvin?

Xelvin is a Dutch consultancy company specializing in Engineering and Technical Trades. We hire Artisans, National Degree, Bachelor, Masters and PHD candidates with a background in Mechatronics, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive and Physics. Our focus is within the High-Tech and Manufacturing industry in Eindhoven region.

Xelvin is specialized in International Recruitment, within Europe and beyond. In the past years we have helped over a thousand candidates from more than 50 different nationalities with finding their perfect job here in the Netherlands and are striving to help so many more

As Xelvin we hire candidates for a specific position for a set amount of time, after which a permanent contract with our client is granted and the candidates automatically transfers.

What do we offer?

Contract wise:

· 1-2 year contract of 40 hours per week (with potential of long-term employment).

· 25 paid holidays a year (+ potential ADV days)

· Public holidays, with a maximum of 7 per year, which are paid by Xelvin.

· Holiday allowance of 8.33% (instead of 8,0%) over your total gross annual income. Paid each year in May.

· Overtime and shift allowance will be paid by Xelvin accordingly.

· Travel allowance of €0,23 per km, for the use of travelling to work and back home.

· Competitive salary (based on level of education and experience)

Onboarding & benefits:

· Your 1st house in the Netherlands will be supported by Xelvin, with the help of our Housing Consultant (we help you find accommodation). In case of having to pay the 1st months rent or potential deposit, Xelvin is willing to pay it for you upfront, after which we'll set up a loan agreement, for you to pay us back in terms.

· A relocation assistance allowance of €1000 - €3000,00 NET will be paid to you, to assist with the cost of relocating to the Netherlands.

· You (and your family/partner) will be picked up at the airport or train station by your consultant/ recruiter after your arrival and will be taken to your new house.

· Onboarding: we'll advise you on how to set up a Dutch bank account, apply for health insurance, getting a Dutch BSN number, writing in with a dentist and general practitioner and other useful or necessary cases to arrange.

· New Hire Dinner organized for all newly recruited engineers to make them aware of our Dutch tax system and explaining the Dutch payslip.

· A few social gatherings with all Xelvin employees and recruited engineers;

o New Years drink at the local PSV stadium, where you'll get a tour of the building and beverages and bites are served.

o Summer BBQ at the Evoluon, where you can grow your social circle and dance to some nice music while enjoying the food.

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