Lead Electrical Engineer (Automation Technology) | Lead Ingenieur Elektrotechnik (m/w/d)

Different Mind GmbH

Oberhausen, Rheinland, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Dec 8, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This is a pivotal role for an experienced Electrical Engineer or Technician specializing in Automation Technology, focusing on leading complex projects within the energy sector, including cutting-edge fields like Hydrogen and Carbon Capture. The Lead Engineer will take full responsibility for Electrical, Instrumentation, and Control (EI&C/EMSR) projects, managing everything from initial planning and specification (creating specifications and requirement profiles) through execution, coordination of internal/external partners, and client liaison. Key responsibilities include managing costs using SAP, participating in HAZOP analyses, and ensuring compliance with ATEX directives. The ideal candidate must possess multi-year experience in project management within plant engineering and deep knowledge of medium voltage systems and automation, providing a long-term perspective in a stable, innovative industrial company in Oberhausen.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree or state-certified technician (Electrical Engineering/Automation Technology) or comparable qualification

Experience

  • Multi-year experience in project leadership, planning, and execution in plant engineering
  • Professional experience in Electrical, Instrumentation, and Control (EMSR) plant technology or automation
  • Experience in the natural gas/petroleum or process industry (Ideally)

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Willingness to undertake occasional national and international travel