Electrical designer - freelance

The Opportunity We are supporting a major water treatment project and are looking for a Freelance Electrical Engineer to strengthen the project team during the design and execution phases. This is an excellent opportunity to work on critical infrastructure within a technically driven environment, contributing to the delivery of sustainable water and utility solutions.

You will be involved in electrical engineering activities linked to treatment installations, pumping systems, and plant infrastructure, working closely with multidisciplinary teams across the project lifecycle.

Project Scope

Electrical installations for water and wastewater treatment facilities

Pumping stations, MCCs, control panels, and utility systems

Support across basic engineering, detailed design, and site execution

Key Responsibilities

Deliver electrical engineering support from concept through to implementation

Prepare and review electrical schematics, cable calculations, and technical documentation

Support installation and commissioning activities on-site

Coordinate with automation, mechanical, and process teams

Ensure compliance with safety standards and technical specifications

Requirements

Proven experience as an Electrical Engineer in industrial or infrastructure environments

Experience within water treatment, utilities, or process industry is highly desirable

Knowledge of MCCs, motors, pumps, and industrial electrical installations

Experience with electrical design tools (EPLAN, Caneco, or similar) is a plus

Able to work independently and take ownership of engineering tasks

English speaking required; Dutch preferred for on-site communication

What Success Looks Like (First 6 Months)

Fully integrated into the project team and site operations

Supporting engineering deliverables across multiple work packages

Contributing to smooth installation and commissioning phases

Helping maintain project timelines and technical quality standards

This is a strong opportunity for a freelance engineer looking to contribute to a long-term infrastructure project with real environmental impact.