Expert Operational Technology High-voltage Substations

You contribute to a reliable energy network and work on automation solutions at high- and medium-voltage substations in Overijssel, Drenthe, and Groningen.

As an OT expert, you work at the intersection of electrical engineering, automation, and IT, both in new construction and in the renewal of existing high-voltage substations.

• At least an MBO-4 diploma in an electrical engineering field.
• Experience with relevant technology, such as electrical engineering, industrial engineering, control engineering or mechatronics.
• You enjoy testing and making electrical systems operational, and safety is always your top priority.
• You enjoy working together, communicate clearly, work accurately and have an eye for detail.
• You think in solutions, enjoy continuing to develop yourself, and are fine with working on-call shifts.

• Configuring, programming, testing, inspecting, and maintaining substation automation and remote terminal units (RTUs) with associated components such as protection relays, measurement converters, and control equipment.
• Commissioning medium-voltage installations at new construction projects.
• Testing and configuring systems and safely commissioning new installations, using advanced measurement and test equipment.
• Ensuring a secure, stable and future-proof OT infrastructure.
• Collaborating with colleagues according to the four-eyes principle.
• Performing on-call duty once every six weeks.
• Obtain the necessary certifications through an internal training program to work independently and safely in technically challenging environments.

• One-year contract with the prospect of a permanent position.
• Contribution of 70% to the ABP Choice Pension.
• Personal budget of 10% and a 13th month of 10,7% of your gross annual salary, to be used flexibly or paid out.
• The option to purchase up to 35,5 extra vacation days with your personal budget and 13th month.
• Compensation for on-call and breakdown services between €319,10 and €367 gross per full week of waiting.
• 24,5 days of vacation with a full-time employment contract.
• Laptop or tablet and phone that you may also use privately, and your own company car with all necessary materials.
• Reimbursement of €80 per month for coffee or lunch to go.
• Travel allowance and a first-class public transport pass for business use.
• Vitality budget of €700, for example for a gym membership.
• Room to grow through the internal development platform or external education and training.

You work at the Systems & Security department in the Overijssel, Drenthe, and Groningen region.

You form a team with fellow experts, a planner, and two team managers; the team is close-knit, works closely together, and offers room for both serious work and camaraderie and humor. Everyone is happy to help you learn the ropes, and ongoing projects and improvements are discussed during the monthly team meeting.

With your work, you contribute to the reliable energy network that supports the energy transition in the Northern Netherlands.