Electrical Engineer

Freelance Electrical Engineer – Substation & HV Infrastructure

Location: Berlin, Germany (Hybrid options available)

Duration: 12+ Months Contract

Project Scope

High-voltage power infrastructure and substation design for tier‑1 hyperscale data centres.

Language Requirement

Fluent German (spoken and written). Professional proficiency in English is also preferred.

Project Overview

Join a leading engineering firm delivering critical grid connections and power distribution solutions for Germany’s expanding digital infrastructure. You will play a key role in designing, engineering, and overseeing the implementation of high‑voltage substations that power major data centres.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Engineering: Lead or support electrical engineering design for high‑voltage (HV) and medium‑voltage (MV) substation infrastructure.
• Technical Specifications: Develop layouts, single‑line diagrams, and technical specifications for HV equipment and high‑voltage cable routing.
• Grid Connection: Coordinate with local grid operators (DSOs/TSOs) to ensure compliance with German grid codes and connection requirements.
• Vendor & Stakeholder Alignment: Collaborate with project managers, construction teams, and clients to ensure technical alignment from design through to commissioning.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Proven track record in electrical engineering, specifically focused on substation design, high‑voltage cabling, or grid infrastructure.
• Industry Context: Previous experience working on large‑scale infrastructure, industrial plants, or data centre power supply projects is highly desirable.
• Local Compliance: Solid understanding of German standards (VDE, DIN) and grid connection processes.
• Languages: Native or professional fluency in German (mandatory); professional proficiency in English is an asset.
• Status: Available as an independent freelancer/contractor (Freiberufler or Gewerbetreibender) based in or willing to travel to Berlin.