Lead Electrical Engineer in Plant Construction | Lead Engineer Elektrotechnik im Anlagenbau (m/w/d)

planting GmbH Gelsenkirchen

Gelsenkirchen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Oct 10, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role is for a motivated and competent Lead Electrical Engineer specializing in Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation (EICA/EMSR) within the process industry, focusing on plant construction projects. The successful candidate will lead projects, provide technical consulting to clients, and manage the planning of electrical switchgear, low and medium voltage distributions, and field/wiring planning in chemical plants. Day-to-day tasks include creating detailed documentation (wiring diagrams, functional plans, cable plans), sizing equipment, developing specifications for electrical and automation technology, and conducting on-site surveys. Key qualifications include an engineering degree in Electrical, Information, or Automation Technology, or an equivalent technical qualification, coupled with solid experience in EICA technology, functional safety (SIL), and explosion protection. The position offers an attractive opportunity to work on complex projects from conception to commissioning, providing mobile work options, flexible hours, and professional development in a supportive team environment.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree (Diploma/Bachelor/Master) in Electrical, Information, or Automation Technology, or completed electrical vocational training with technical further education, or comparable qualification.

Experience

  • Professional experience in project leadership, focusing on EICA
  • Professional experience in electrical and/or EICA technology (desirable >5 years relevant professional experience)
  • Experience in explosion protection, functional safety (SIL), and hazard analyses
  • Experience in relevant applications like Dialux, Simaris, Trimble Nova, or AutoCAD 2D

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Willingness to assume responsibility.