Electrical Engineer for Power Plant Applications (Ingenieur/in - Elektrotechnik)

What You Will Do

• Manage electrical engineering activities across the full project lifecycle, from concept and basic engineering through detailed design, installation, commissioning, and final acceptance
• Plan, design, and engineer electrical systems for power generation applications, ensuring solutions meet project requirements, customer expectations, and industry standards
• Develop electrical and control system concepts, including medium- and low-voltage systems, power distribution, protection systems, and control technologies
• Prepare and review electrical documentation such as circuit diagrams, technical specifications, load calculations, cable sizing, and protection coordination studies
• Ensure all engineering deliverables are accurate, compliant with regulations, and aligned with project timelines and quality standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, process, and automation engineering) to integrate electrical systems into overall plant design effectively
• Support installation, commissioning, and testing activities, providing technical expertise, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring reliable operation of power generation equipment

What You Have (Key Skills/Experience Required)

• Several years of experience designing and engineering electrical systems within industrial, power generation, marine, or large-scale plant environments
• Strong expertise in medium- and low-voltage systems, electrical protection, power distribution, and international standards such as IEC and VDE
• Proven capability in performing electrical calculations, developing system designs, and managing comprehensive engineering documentation
• Proficiency in engineering tools such as EPLAN, AutoCAD, or comparable CAD software for electrical design and documentation.
• A structured, independent, and solution-driven approach, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail in complex engineering environments
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, and a willingness to travel internationally (~20%) to support global project execution.
• Proficiency both in English and in German (spoken and written)

What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills)

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or a comparable technical discipline
• Hands-on experience with automation and control systems for marine engines, including knowledge of bus communication (e.g., Modbus RTU/TCP, CANbus) and control engineering principles

What You Will Get

• Varied, responsible, and challenging tasks
• Excellent earning opportunities according to the Caterpillar compensation system
• 30 days of vacation
• Company pension plan
• Bicycle leasing / job ticket