Electrical Engineer

ITM Power

Electrical Engineer defining technical specifications and system architecture for power supply units at ITM Power. Supporting clean energy solutions in the hydrogen sector in Germany.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeLinden • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Preparation of technical specifications for power electronics and hardware planning, taking into account regional grid connection conditions and project requirements
Design and preparation of specifications for power supply units based on international design codes and standards (IEC, NE, ATEX, CE)
Development of electrical system architectures, electrical system requirements, circuit diagrams, wiring harness drawings, single-line diagrams and field cabling
Collaboration in teams to develop new products in the MW electrolyser module area
Design and development of complex busbar and cable connections
Support in the development of plant layouts with consideration of electrical design
Preparation of equipment specifications (transformers, rectifiers, switchgear/panels)
Approval, review and preparation of design documentation (e.g., cable plans, single-line diagrams, load lists)
Point of contact for electrical engineering queries
Preparation of bills of materials/equipment lists and single-line diagrams
Execution of cable calculations
Risk assessments to ensure the quality and safety of our products
Review of technical documentation produced by external engineering offices
Technical evaluation of power supply units and final supplier selection based on qualitative, technical and commercial considerations
Management of FEED, basic and detailed design phases and technical follow-up and communication with suppliers
Management of budget, schedule and quality objectives and determination of total plant cost in collaboration with other teams and suppliers
Management of supplier documentation during the tender phase and throughout project execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in engineering
Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical and hardware planning for process engineering in large-scale plants
Comprehensive knowledge of current European and North American standards and regulations in the field of electrical engineering
Experience with electrical protection concepts
Experience working with technical documentation and specifications
Familiarity with hardware planning using CAD systems
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong organizational and management skills and a proactive work approach
IT proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Strong analytical understanding and critical thinking, with flexibility and problem-solving skills
Fluent German and English, spoken and written

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meaningful work with the opportunity to make a real impact
Attractive salary
30 days vacation
Modern working environment
Part of a dynamic and experienced team
Comprehensive onboarding and professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

Electrical System Architecture DevelopmentCircuit Diagram DesignCable Calculation ExecutionBusbar And Cable Connection DesignPreparation Of Technical SpecificationsRisk AssessmentElectrical Protection ConceptsPreparation Of Bills Of MaterialsHardware Planning Using CAD SystemsDesign Documentation Review

Soft Skills

Excellent Interpersonal SkillsStrong Organizational SkillsProactive Work ApproachCritical ThinkingProblem-Solving Skills