Lead Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer in European Union

Location: Germany

Duration: 12 Months

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Hours: 10 hours per day

Site Requirement: 100% On-Site (5 Days per Week)

We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Lead to join a major project in Germany on a 12-month contract basis. This is a hands-on leadership position requiring a strong technical background and extensive experience delivering electrical and instrumentation systems from design through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities -

• Lead and coordinate all E&I activities across the project lifecycle.
• Review and manage electrical and instrumentation designs in accordance with EU standards and project specifications.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning (CX) activities.
• Ensure all systems are delivered in compliance with applicable European codes and regulations.
• Develop and implement testing procedures and quality requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and support to site teams and subcontractors.
• Monitor progress, resolve technical issues, and ensure safe execution of works.
• Interface with clients, engineering teams, and commissioning personnel to ensure successful project delivery.

Requirements -

• Proven experience working as an E&I Lead on large-scale industrial, pharmaceutical, data centre, or mission-critical projects.
• Strong hands-on approach with the ability to support field activities when required.
• Extensive knowledge of European electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
• Demonstrated experience with:
• Electrical and instrumentation design reviews.
• Commissioning (CX) activities.
• FAT, SAT, and system testing requirements.
• Loop checks and functional testing.
• QA/QC and documentation processes.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate subcontractors.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Eligibility to work within the EU is non negotiable.

If you are an experienced E&I professional with a strong background in design, testing, commissioning, and European standards, we would like to hear from you.

Ruby.skinner@clear-er.com