Electrical Specialist

Electrical Specialist

Electrical Site Manager | Major Industrial Programme

Mannheim Region, Germany | Long-Term Contract

ENG Bauen is supporting the delivery of a large-scale industrial programme in Western Germany, focused on advanced manufacturing and high-integrity process systems.

We are seeking a Electrical Site Manager to lead the electrical safety, temporary power governance, and LV/MV switching operations for a major greenfield construction project in its main execution phase.

This is a critical site-based position responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and reliable operation of all temporary and early-permanent electrical systems. The successful candidate will act as the responsible electrical authority for the project, overseeing switching activities, safety documentation, contractor interfaces, and DGUV/VDE compliance throughout the full construction lifecycle.

The role offers long-term engagement through construction, energisation, and commissioning on one of Germany’s highest-value and most high-profile industrial programmes. It represents a strong opportunity for an electrical specialist to secure a long-term contract assignment expected to run for the next two years.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical safety governance as the designated responsible electrical specialist (VEFK).
• Develop and enforce site electrical safety rules, switching procedures, and operational instructions.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of temporary construction power—including distribution boards, cabling, transformers, grounding, and protection systems.
• Plan, approve, and execute LV/MV switching operations, energisation sequences, and isolations.
• Produce switching plans, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on SLD reviews, load studies, protection settings, and QA/inspection activities.

Ideal Candidate

• Certified Elektrofachkraft (EFK) with eligibility to serve as VEFK under DGUV/VDE requirements.
• 10+ years’ experience in electrical safety, switching operations, or site electrical management.
• Strong background managing Baustrom systems and temporary construction power distribution.
• Proven ability to lead safety governance on large industrial, pharmaceutical, biotech, or semiconductor projects.
• Deep understanding of German electrical regulations and European VDE/IEC standards.
• EU work eligibility required.

If you are an experienced electrical safety professional with strong experience and would like to learn more, please get in touch or apply.

Keywords:

VEFK, EFK, Electrical Safety, Temporary Power, Baustrom, LV/MV Switching, Energisation, DGUV V3, VDE 0100, VDE 0105, Electrical Governance, Switching Authority, LOTO, Construction Power Management, Industrial Projects, Pharma Construction, Commissioning Support, CAPEX Delivery, High-Risk Electrical Operations.

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Management, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries

• Oil and Gas, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Services for Renewable Energy

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