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TenneT is growing fast to realize its strategic ambitions. We play a leading role in driving the energy transition. We are looking for a passionate Technical Specialist Protection, Automation and Control at our location in Arnhem. Will join join us for this challenge? 

Your contribution to TenneT

In this position you will join a cross border team in the field of Protection, Automation and Control within our business unit Asset Management. Our team consists of 20 passionate specialists and professionals who are working in Holland (Arnhem) or Germany (Bayreuth and Lehrte). For this position we are looking for an enthusiastic candidate for location Arnhem. We focus on a strong cooperation and make a major contribution to the energy transition. Within this transition Tennet believes in an inclusive and diverse organisation which everyone gets a chance based on their own strength and talent.

Responsibilities:

• As a Technical Specialist you conduct internal Stakeholder analysis in order to identify the use cases and technical requirements which our technical systems have to fulfill in order to enable an efficient operation of the grid.
• Developing and reviewing technical specifications, guidelines, policies and decision papers in order to steer the Asset portfolio and technical implementation (standardization) in the area of Protection Automation and Control Technology.
• You are preparing technical tender documents, evaluate the offers in tenders and support of technical negotiations.
• Participate in expert groups in the field of Protection Automation and Control within TenneT.
• Supporting non-standard projects (e.g. FACTS) with technical expertise in the field of Protection Automation and Control. This includes also involvements in tests (Functional Tests, Integration Test and in Security Tests).
• You develop and support the implementation of new innovations in technical systems and conduct lessons learned.

Your profile and background

• Preferably you have a Master technical background, with a specialization in the field of automation, information technology or electrical engineering. A Bachelor degree with proven experience is sufficient. 
• Experience in the field of measurement and/or control/automation systems. Alternatively a background with protection systems is also beneficial. Experience with standard protocols in the industry would be appreciated.
• Preferably you have experience with the energy industry (DSO, TSO, manufacturers) or similar industries in which Protection Automation and Control systems are used (Oil & Gas, Chemical Industry)
• You have strong teamwork skills and bring a high degree of assertiveness and initiative. You are well organized and goal oriented.
• With a high degree of responsibility and quality awareness as well as your independent way of working, your work will support the security of supply in the high voltage grid of Netherlands.
• You have very good communication skills in Dutch and English. The Dutch language is mandatory.
• A class B driver's license and willingness to travel nationwide as well as occasionally abroad round out your profile

Our recruiting process

Our offer

We are family friendly and flexible

Health - your basis

Modern working environment

Attractive remuneration and social benefits

Personal development

This will be our challenge

Asset Management ensures TenneT's sustainable and future-proof asset base. Thanks to our expertise of Asset Management in the technological field, we are able to facilitate. Our Innovative and data-driven approach promotes the energy transition and ensures security of supply.

Additional information

• The weekly working time is 40 hours
• The position is unlimited
• Job interviews for this position will be (partly) in English. Please send us your application document in English as well, included a motivation letter.

 

TenneT is a leading European grid operator committed to a secure and reliable electricity supply - 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We are shaping the energy transition for a sustainable energy future. As the first cross-border transmission system operator, we plan, build and operate an almost 25,000 kilometres long high and extra-high voltage grid in the Netherlands and Germany and are one of the largest investors in national and international electricity grids, on land and at sea. Every day, our 7,400 employees give their best and ensure with responsibility, courage and networking that more than 43 million end consumers can rely on a stable electricity supply.

TenneT is an equal opportunity employer for ALL and is fully committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for recruitment, promotion and employment regardless of their ethnic origin, skin colour, religion or belief, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual identity, marital/family status. 

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