Hybrid Electrical Project Engineering Manager

at Quest One

• Job title: Electrical Project Engineering Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Augsburg, Germany

About the role

• Electrical Project Engineering Manager responsible for engineering in major electrolyzer projects at global leader in PEM electrolysis. Engaging in cross-disciplinary coordination and technical standards developments.

Responsibilities

• Technical responsibility for electrical engineering in large-scale electrolyzer projects.
• Execution of concept, basic and detailed engineering for medium- and low-voltage systems, transformers, switchgear and UPS systems, grounding and lightning protection systems as well as lighting and cable trays.
• Preparation and review of electrical load lists, single line diagrams (SLDs), protection and selectivity concepts, and grid connection requirements.
• Development and review of technical specifications, calculations and documentation for electrical installations and components.
• Interdisciplinary interface coordination with process engineering, mechanical engineering, E&I/Instrumentation & Control, layout and civil/structural engineering.
• Close coordination with internal specialist departments and ensuring compliance with standards, guidelines and project specifications.
• Conducting supplier meetings, technical evaluations and design reviews.
• Supporting procurement and project management with tenders, risk assessments and change management processes.
• Site visits to support installation, commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Active contribution to the further development of engineering standards, tools and best practices.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, Mechatronics or a comparable qualification.
• Solid professional experience in electrical engineering for industrial plants (e.g., plant engineering, chemical, power plant or process engineering).
• Experience in complex customer projects, ideally in an EPC environment.
• Good cross-discipline understanding, a confident manner and the ability to make technical decisions independently.
• Strong communication skills in interdisciplinary teams and when liaising with suppliers and customers.
• Very good German and English language skills, both written and spoken.
• High willingness to learn and engage with new subject areas.
• Hands-on mentality and enthusiasm for taking on responsibility.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work–life balance.
• Regular updates and transparent communication in our town-hall meetings.
• Buddy program during onboarding.
• Subsidy for daily lunch.
• Attractive employee discounts via Corporate Benefits and FutureBens.
• Drinks, fruit and JobRad (company bike program) for a green commute.