Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer

Are you an experienced E&I Engineer with at least 10 years of expertise, looking for a challenging role with direct impact and international scope? At VIDA, a company committed to driving sustainable bioenergy solutions, we are seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to join The VIDA Project Management & Engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing business and organization at the forefront of the energy transition, where sustainability, circularity and innovation are key drivers of our success.

Working with us means joining a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace where growth, teamwork, and making a meaningful impact are at the heart of our mission. Based in Breda*, you will have the opportunity to be part of an international company that values its employees, fosters collaboration, and drives progress in renewable energy.

Your role as E&I Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and driven Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer to join our bioenergy team. In this role, you will take technical ownership of all electrical and instrumentation aspects across our bioenergy projects and existing assets, with a strong emphasis on electrical power systems, grid integration and installation safety. You will lead the design, standardization, and implementation of E&I solutions for facilities converting organic materials into renewable energy, including biogas, biofuels, and heat/power. You will play a key role in shaping engineering strategy, driving technical excellence, and ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance.

As an E&I Engineer, you will guide multidisciplinary teams, support strategic decision-making, and act as the go-to expert for E&I topics across the VIDA bioenergy organisation. You will report directly to the VP Projects & Engineering and functionally support project managers and operations teams.

What you'll do

• Leadership, Safety & Strategy

• Act as technical authority for E&I discipline across all projects and operating assets
• Define and implement E&I standards, specifications, and best practices across the organisation
• Ensure compliance with IEC, NEN, ATEX, CE and grid operator requirements
• Lead E&I input in HAZOPs, electrical safety studies, and PSSR reviews
• Drive safety-by-design principles in electrical installations, especially in hazardous environments
• Identify and evaluate innovative electrical and automation technologies (e.g. smart grids, energy storage)

• Electrical Engineering (Primary Focus)

• Lead the design of low- and medium-voltage (LV/MV) systems, including distribution, protection, and grounding
• Oversee development of single line diagrams, load studies, short-circuit calculations, protection coordination, and cable sizing
• Take ownership of grid connection strategies, such as flexible solutions in alignment with Transmission and Distribution System Operators.
• Specify and review key equipment such as transformers, switchgear, generators, CHP units, motors, and VFDs
• Ensure electrical system integrity, robustness, reliability, maintainability, and scalability across projects

• Instrumentation & Automation

• Oversee specification and integration of field instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature, gas quality)
• Ensure alignment between process control philosophy and electrical and instrumentation systems, as well as E&I alignment with the architecture and standards for instrumentation and control systems (PLC/SCADA/DCS)
• Support advanced control strategies to optimize biogas production, upgrading, and energy output

• Project Execution & Delivery

• Act as discipline lead during feasibility, FEED, and detailed engineering phases
• Review and approve technical deliverables, vendor documentation, and engineering packages
• Manage and mentor E&I engineers (internal and external)
• Interface with EPC contractors, vendors, and grid operators
• Oversee installation, FAT/SAT, and commissioning activities from an E&I perspective
• Ensure quality, schedule, and cost adherence for E&I scope

• Operations & Continuous Improvement

• Support operations with complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis (RCA)
• Lead improvements in electrical reliability, uptime, and maintenance strategies
• Act as escalation point for critical E&I issues across assets
• Support management of change (MoC) and plant modification initiatives
• Contribute to technical due diligence for M&A activities, with focus on electrical infrastructure and automation systems

What we're looking for

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in E&I engineering in industrial or energy sectors
• Proven experience in a lead or senior engineering role, managing technical scope and teams
• Strong expertise in: Electrical power systems (LV/MV/HV preferred), Grid integration and energy generation systems
• Familiarity with Dutch, UK and EU E&I standards and requirements
• In-depth knowledge of ATEX and electrical safety in hazardous environments
• Experience with engineering and analysis tools (e.g. ETAP, EPLAN, AutoCAD)
• Strong understanding of project stage-gate processes and engineering governance
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills
• Strategic, hands-on, and results-driven mindset
• Willingness to travel across Europe
• Fluent in English is required

What we offer

• A competitive salary package reflecting your experience and skills.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace that values your input and development.
• 27 days of paid annual leave.
• A good pension scheme to secure your future.
• Flexible working hours to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Development and training opportunities tailored to your career growth, e.g. into an Innovation Expert, Engineering Management, Project Management or Operations Management role.
• A vibrant, international work environment where your contributions will make a tangible impact.

Join VIDA and take the next step in your career. If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to grow with a company committed to sustainability, we'd love to hear from you. Send your cv to [email protected] (Shiva Ahmadi, Talent Acquisition)

• VIDA bioenergy has established its Central Office in Breda, Noord-Brabant in a location that is convenient to reach with public transport and by car.