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?
Leadership and ownership: You take responsibility for your scope and guide teams with confidence and clarity.
Analytical strength: You assess complex technical challenges and translate them into practical, high-quality solutions.
Proactive mindset: You anticipate risks and opportunities and act decisively to keep projects on track.
At least 3 years of experience in a similar role and 5+ years of experience in large technical project environments.
A completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary project teams.
Experience with UAV-GC and Risk Based Contract Management is considered a strong advantage.
Fluency in Dutch and English, both written and spoken.
Willingness to travel within the Netherlands as required by the project.
How will you help power the Netherlands? As Sub Project Lead Civil Engineering – Onshore Converter, you are responsible for the civil engineering scope of two onshore HVDC converter stations: Doordewind Alpha and Doordewind Beta. Each station connects 2 GW of offshore wind energy to the Dutch 380 kV grid. Your work ensures that these assets are designed and realized safely, on time, and within budget.
In addition, you are responsible for:
Safeguarding safety, quality, planning, risks and compliance – Ensure all civil engineering activities meet TenneT standards, guidelines, and legal requirements.
Technical leadership within the civil scope – Review calculations, drawings, and reports and act as the primary technical point of contact.
Coordination of engineering activities – Lead the internal engineering team and manage third-party interfaces within your scope.
Stakeholder representation – Represent TenneT in engineering reviews, construction meetings, and discussions with contractors and partners.
You will join the Cluster Eemshaven team within Large Projects Offshore Netherlands, working closely with project management, other discipline leads, contractors, and stakeholders. Together, you contribute to the successful delivery of the 2 GW program, a cornerstone of TenneT’s strategy to connect offshore wind energy to the Dutch grid.
TenneT offers you the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable energy future. Together with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders, you will work on innovative solutions that make the energy transition possible. You will have the space to develop your talent in an environment that puts your growth at the center. We believe in collaboration, forward thinking, and innovation.
Flexible Conditions
We value a healthy work-life balance and your personal development. That’s why we offer flexible benefits such as:
Apply today and become part of our team!
You can apply in just a few clicks through our online form. Once we receive your application, we will review it and contact you as soon as possible.
The process consists of two interviews, and a security screening is part of the procedure.
Finally, if the vacancy is no longer listed on our website, it means the position has (temporarily) closed. Applications can only be submitted through the website, not by email.
