Electrical Engineer Drachten
- reference-number: 233236
- posted: februari 16, 2026
- form-of-employment: Vast
- rate: € 4000 - € 6000 Per maand
- education : HBO
- experience-level: 3-5 jaar
- job-type: Fulltime
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You design and improve electrical controls for advanced machines and have a direct impact on innovation in machine building. As an Electrical Engineer, you work on updating and expanding existing installations and developing new functionalities. You can earn up to €6,000.- gross per month and receive travel allowance. You will receive a direct contract with the client. Read on and apply today!
Manpower is looking for an Electrical Engineer for a company in Drachten.
As an Electrical Engineer, you will work within a multidisciplinary engineering team to design and improve control systems for modular machines. You combine electrical engineering with an understanding of software and mechanics, delivering integrated technical solutions. You will frequently coordinate with colleagues from engineering, operations, and service to ensure performance and quality. As an Electrical Engineer, your responsibilities include:
- Updating and maintaining existing machines and control systems
- Developing new electrical functionalities
- Designing and elaborating electrical schematics
- Creating functional drawings for large modular and configurable machines
- Applying relevant machine and safety standards
- Aligning with software and mechanical engineering
- Supporting technical improvements and optimizations
- Contributing ideas for process improvement and standardization within engineering
What's in it for you
- A gross salary between €4,000.- and €6,000.- per month
- Travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometer
- A part-time or full-time position of 32 to 40 hours per week
- A direct contract with the client
- 27 vacation days and 13 ADV days for a full-time position
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This client develops and builds innovative packaging machines for the international market. The organization focuses on smart and sustainable solutions for parcel processing and logistics automation, with a strong emphasis on technical innovation and continuous improvement. The engineering department consists of approximately twenty‑five specialists who work closely together across various technical disciplines. Within the company, quality, innovation, and international growth are central values.
At this stage, we cannot share more detailed information about this organization. During the next steps of the application process, you will be informed further.
Working hours
The working hours for this part‑time or full‑time position are during regular daytime shifts.
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- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or Industrial Automation
- Experience in machine building or industrial automation
- Experience with industrial control systems and electrical schematics
- Knowledge of the Machinery Directive, EN 60204-1 and UL508A
- Experience with EPLAN P8 and Pro Panel is a plus; other design software is also acceptable
- Good command of Dutch and English due to documentation and coordination requirements
- Availability of at least 32 hours per week
- Strong analytical skills and a precise working method
- Able to work independently and solution-oriented
- Focused on improvement and optimization
- Good communication skills towards colleagues and stakeholders
Is this your next job and would you like to be considered? Apply today and Manpower will contact you within two working days.
For more information, you can contact Sanna van der Heide at 06 5128 9551.