Electrical Engineer - High voltage (f/m/x)

The impact you will make

In this multifaceted and exciting role, you will act as a key interface between the Engineering and Experimental Physics teams, translating complex requirements into robust electrical solutions. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of engineers to design, implement and validate high-quality experimental setups involving advanced electromechanical systems. Your work will have a direct impact on the success of experimental campaigns, ensuring safe, reliable and well-structured electrical systems in a high-performance, high-voltage environment. By applying engineering best practices and standards, you will enable cutting-edge research while maintaining the highest levels of safety and technical excellence.

Your responsibilities

• Design, build and wire electrical control cabinets for low voltage and high voltage applications, ensuring full compliance with German and European standards such as DIN VDE 0100, DIN EN 61439, DIN EN 60204-1 and DGUV Vorschrift 3
• Take ownership of electrical design using EPLAN, including creation of schematics, terminal diagrams, cable lists and complete documentation packages
• Perform electrical risk assessments for systems and cabinets, identifying hazards and defining mitigation measures according to applicable safety standards
• Assemble, install and integrate control cabinets and electromechanical systems, ensuring high quality workmanship and safe operation
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to translate system requirements into robust electrical designs and implemented solutions
• Participate in design reviews, providing expertise on cabinet layout, protection concepts, grounding, EMC and industrial best practices
• Support commissioning, testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems both in-house and on-site during experimental campaigns
• Develop and maintain complete and structured engineering documentation, including schematics, BOMs, test procedures and compliance records
• Define and apply best practices for safe assembly, testing and operation of electrical systems, especially in high voltage environments
• Manage workshop activities related to electrical assembly, ensuring availability of tools, components and an efficient and compliant workspace

What you bring

• Completed vocational training as Electrical Technician, Mechatronics Technician, or a degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 3 years of strong hands-on experience in building, wiring and commissioning electrical control cabinets for low voltage and high voltage applications
• Proven expertise in electrical design using EPLAN, including creation of schematics, terminal diagrams, cable routing and full documentation packages
• Solid experience performing electrical risk assessments, identifying hazards and implementing mitigation measures for electrical systems
• In-depth knowledge of German and European standards such as DIN VDE 0100, DIN EN 61439, DIN EN 60204-1, DIN EN 50178 and DGUV Vorschrift 3
• Strong understanding of power distribution, protection concepts, grounding, EMC and safe design practices in industrial environments
• Ability to read, interpret and create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical documentation
• Practical experience with industrial components such as PLCs, relays, contactors, circuit breakers, safety devices and field instrumentation
• Experience in testing, commissioning and troubleshooting electrical cabinets and integrated electromechanical systems
• Skilled in professional wiring techniques including crimping, shielding, cable routing and use of electrical tools
• Structured and detail-oriented working style with strong ownership and problem-solving mindset
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary and international teams
• Willingness to travel and support on-site activities and experimental campaigns
• Professional proficiency in English is required

What sets you apart

• German language skills are a plus
• Knowledge of PCB design and electrical circuit design according to IEC 61191-1 and DIN EN 60204-1
• Understanding of mechanical design and fabrication methods such as machining, 3D printing and laser cutting

What we offer

Our mission is motivation enough for many. But we also support our team with benefits that foster wellbeing and growth: 

• Public transport reimbursement 
• EGYM Wellpass fitness club access 
• Complimentary health insurance 
• Professional development support 
• Company pension plan
• Healthy office snacks