At TenneT, we are looking for professionals who help shape the future of our electricity grid. We expect you to bring the right experience and skills to make a valuable contribution to our team and mission.
What do you bring?
Technical expertise: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or comparable), with advanced experience in high-voltage installations.
Practical leadership: Strong coordination and communication skills to guide on-site activities and technical discussions.
Analytical mindset: Structured, detail-oriented, and able to translate complex technical issues into clear actions.
Collaboration and initiative: Independent, proactive, and confident in working across disciplines and stakeholder groups.
Additional requirements:
Fluent in Dutch and English, both written and spoken.
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Willingness to travel between Arnhem and Borssele and flexibility to be on-site during critical phases.
Valid driver’s license.
How will you help power the Netherlands?
As a Sub Project Lead Commissioning HVDC Primary Systems, you are responsible for managing site activities related to primary installations during the construction phase of the 2GW Land Station in Borssele. You ensure that all technical systems meet contractual, quality, and safety standards, and you drive smooth coordination between engineering, contractors, and commissioning teams.
In addition, you are responsible for:
Commissioning leadership – Oversee the commissioning of HVDC primary systems, including transformers, converter reactors, harmonic filters, GIS, AIS, converter valves, instrument transformers, bushings, and terminations.
Technical oversight – Participate in design reviews, witness factory acceptance tests (FATs), and monitor compliance during manufacturing and installation.
Quality and progress control – Review technical documentation, monitor site activities, and ensure testing procedures and records (ITPs/ITRs) meet TenneT standards.
Safety and compliance – Safeguard SHE (Safety, Health, Environment) compliance and ensure robust contractor performance on-site.
Reporting and handover – Prepare progress reports, technical evaluations, and lessons learned, and support the handover of commissioned systems.
You will work closely with the Sub Project Lead Primary from the core HVDC team and report hierarchically to the Lead Integration and Commissioning within the Engineering & Services department. Functionally, you report to the Sub Project Lead HVDC Land Stations and the Commissioning Manager.
This role is based in Arnhem, with frequent presence required at the Borssele Land Station during the commissioning phase.
Shape Our offer
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.
We offer you:
A permanent contract with a two-month probation period based on 40 hours per week or year contract with the intention to be determined after 1 or 2 years.
Market-conform salary in scale 8: €4151 to €8197 per month, excluding 8% holiday pay and a 6% year-end bonus, with 70% pension contribution.
Flexible benefits including hybrid working, travel allowance, internet reimbursement, and a home office allowance.
Support for wellbeing, including contributions to fitness membership and health insurance.
Development opportunities via the TenneT Academy.
Together, we ensure the Netherlands stays in motion and is ready for the energy of tomorrow.
Together, we power the Netherlands!
