Head of Electrical Engineering - Wastewater Management | Sachgebietsleitung (w/m/d) Elektrotechnik Abwasserbeseitigung

OOWV Hauptverwaltung

Brake (Unterweser), Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Mar 20, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As the Head of Electrical Engineering for Wastewater Management at OOWV, one of Germany's largest water utilities, you will lead and organize a specialized technical department. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve the disciplinary and professional leadership of a dedicated team, overseeing the entire lifecycle of electrical engineering projects—from planning and tendering to construction supervision. You will be a key driver in process optimization, budget management, and the development of central technical standards. This role is unique because it offers a structured development path for aspiring leaders, allowing candidates to enter at a lower pay grade while building leadership competencies. It combines technical oversight of complex plant engineering projects with strategic personnel development in a stable, public-sector utility environment that prioritizes regional quality of life and innovative infrastructure solutions.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree in Engineering with a focus on Electrical Engineering.

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in project management and steering of complex construction projects.
  • Extensive experience in the planning and realization of electrical engineering projects, preferably in plant engineering.
  • Leadership experience is required, or a demonstrated willingness to develop these skills during an initial development period.
  • Professional experience in the field of wastewater disposal is preferred/desirable.

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid Class B driver's license required; Willingness to travel (nationally and internationally); Willingness to work flexible hours in special cases (e.g., evenings).