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Lead Engineer Electrical (Datacenter Power Distribution)

Job ID
487217
Posted since
02-Dec-2025
Organization
Smart Infrastructure
Field of work
Engineering
Company
Siemens Nederland N.V.
Experience level
Experienced Professional
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Hybrid (Remote/Office)
Employment type
Permanent
Location(s)
  • Den Haag - Zuid-Holland - Netherlands
Lead Engineer Electrical (Datacenter Power Distribution)
Are you able to realize monitor and plan engineering projects in the datacenter business? As a Lead Engineer Electrical, you will be responsible for the engineering and realization of projects in the field of power distribution in the international data Centre industry. The Lead Engineer is responsible for the technical solution and ensures that it is realised within agreed timeline and budget.
In this position, you will work for the Electrical Engineering team for data centres, which consists of around 30 engineers. We are looking for a Lead Engineer Electrical to fit into this close-knit and driven team. The Electrical Engineering team is part of the "Data Centre Electrification & Automation" department, which is responsible for realizing multidisciplinary projects internationally. The engineering department consists of about 100 plus engineers divided over 7 different discipline groups.
The department falls under the Smart Infrastructure division; one of the world's largest suppliers of products, systems, solutions and services for the sustainable, reliable and efficient transmission and distribution of energy.

What are your responsibilities?
The Lead Engineer is responsible for the engineering in the project. An important part of the job is managing and supervising the engineers in different discipline groups who, under the responsibility of the Lead Engineer, work out detailed engineering.
The scope within the projects consists of the engineering, manufacturing, installation and commissioning of power distribution systems such as medium and low voltage switchgear, transformers, power distribution units, bus bar systems, digital protection, automation and monitoring systems, and modular solutions such as E-Houses and Skids.
The Lead Engineer maintains an overview and ensures that the various designs and disciplines are functionally aligned and realized within agreed budget and schedule. The short lead times and high technical requirements of our customers create a dynamic environment which needs to be managed well.
Besides coordinating between the internal stakeholders like the project manager, procurement, document control and the engineering teams, you have frequent contact with the client. You advise our clients and ensure the coordination between the designs and stakeholders, making you the technical point of contact.
Work mainly takes place from our office in The Hague, the Netherlands. In addition, the position involves regular visits to factories and project sites both at home and abroad. This might include supervising factory testing, attending meetings with the customer or coordinating site work.

What do you need?
  • Able to make engineering and execution plans, monitor and realize them in a pressured environment;
  • Experience in preparing technical reports and test plans;
  • Creative, positive, able to communicate ideas and encourage people;
  • Practical and theoretical experience with low and medium voltage switchgear, transformers, short-circuit and selectivity calculations and standards such as IEC 61439;
  • Preferably EU National with knowledge of the Dutch language, due to last minute travel;
  • Completed Bachelor or master degree in electrical engineering with at least 7 years work experience as (lead) engineer in multidisciplinary electrotechnical projects;
  • Experience in working in a multicultural team and managing and coaching engineers;
  • Communicative, politically and commercially strong, able to cope with critical customers;
  • Flexible and willing to travel regularly for short business trips;
  • Stress resistant and able to act within a pressured environment;
  • Preferably EU National with knowledge of the Dutch language, due to last minute travel;
Our offer
Join our team and help shape the future of smart power solutions for datacenters in a role that combines technical innovation with people leadership in an international environment!
A dynamic position in an informal but professional environment with enthusiastic colleagues who are passionate about their work. You will be working for a stable company with a strong brand and have access to an international network!
  • This position will be filled on a full-time basis.
  • Learn more about Benefits Budget, pension plans, and everything Siemens has to offer at www.siemens.nl/arbeidsvoorwaarden.
  • At Siemens, you will have the opportunity to develop and grow within a leading company.
Do you see yourself learning, growing, and succeeding at Siemens? If so, we would love to meet you.
If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application procedure, please contact Jelmar van Hagen P&O Talent Acquisition, +31 6 23464472.
At Siemens, diversity is important and we believe it creates a pleasant working atmosphere and greater success. Everyone is welcome and we are committed to providing equal opportunities.