Electrical Engineer, High Voltage Control Center | Ingenieur Elektrotechnik Leitstelle Hochspannung (m/w/d)

Westnetz GmbH

Arnsberg, Westfalen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Feb 5, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role seeks an engaged Electrical Engineer to join the High Voltage Control Center team in Arnsberg, playing a critical part in managing the energy transition within Germany's largest distribution network operator. The engineer will independently monitor and operate complex high- and medium-voltage networks (110 kV and 30 kV). Key responsibilities include coordinating network clearances for maintenance and construction projects, and autonomously managing all measures during network faults, requiring rapid decision-making for deploying internal and external partners. The successful candidate ensures a secure power supply by adapting to changing power flows, utilizing network switching and Redispatch measures. Requirements include a degree in Electrical Engineering, ideally initial experience with network control and calculation systems, and the flexibility to work in rotating shift systems. This position offers a dynamic environment, competitive compensation, and significant opportunity to shape regional infrastructure.

Required Skills

Education

University or technical college degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience

  • Initial professional experience in the specialist field (ideally)
  • Knowledge of network control systems
  • Knowledge of network calculation systems

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Willingness to work in rotating shift systems (2-shift or 3-shift, covering early, late, night, and weekend shifts)