Test Specialist – High Power Lab

More than executing — you think along, measure accurately, and contribute to the quality of each test. As a Test Specialist, you work at the core of what makes this laboratory unique: the safe and reliable testing of electrical components that keep the energy world running.

You will be working at a specialized technical laboratory in the Arnhem region that plays a key role in the energy transition. In this lab, electrical components are tested and certified before they find their way into energy grids worldwide.

The organization works with advanced testing equipment and is active for clients from all over the world. Innovation is central: continuous investment is made in new technologies and testing methods to meet the ever-stricter requirements of the electricity industry.

It is an environment where technical craftsmanship is valued and where your work directly contributes to safe and reliable energy supply — now and in the future.

As a Test Specialist, you support and perform high-power electrical tests that verify the safety and performance of electrical components. You work with advanced test installations where short-circuit tests and other high-power measurements are conducted.

Together with test engineers and other specialists, you ensure that tests are correctly prepared, measurement systems function properly, and installations operate safely. The role combines technical testing, installation preparation, and measurement activities. Additionally, you contribute to the improvement of equipment and test procedures through small technical projects — and act as a technical contact during tests, including towards customers when necessary.

Once every five weeks, you work a night shift, for which you receive an average allowance of 12% to 14% on all hours.

Tasks:

• Performing short-circuit tests and high-power test programs
• Preparing and assembling measurement setups and test installations
• Conducting precise electrical measurements during test procedures
• Supporting test engineers in complex test operations
• Maintaining and repairing test installations and measurement equipment
• Working on own projects such as calibration, safety improvements, and R&D support

• Technical education in Electrical Engineering, or demonstrable comparable work experience
• Experience with electrical testing, measuring equipment, or technical installations
• Ability to work accurately and safely in a high-voltage environment
• Independent work attitude combined with strong collaboration skills
• Good command of the Dutch and/or English language (verbal and written)

Financial conditions:

• Gross hourly wage of €20.59 - €26.08 (including average night shift allowance of 12-14%, once every 5 weeks)
• 8% holiday allowance (paid weekly)
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per km

Other conditions:

• Weekly payment
• 25 vacation days per year (based on full-time)
• Pension accrual: 23.4% of the pension base
• Minimum 38 hours per week, with the possibility of overtime (up to 50 hours)

Extra services (optional):

• Housing with private bedroom possible
• Health insurance possible
• Option for company car