Freelance Electrical Engineer (ZZP) – Machine Building – Eindhoven Area
Location: Eindhoven, Netherlands
Duration: 6 months plus extensions (freelance ZZP contract)
Sector: Machine Building / Industrial Automation
Scope: Electrical Systems – New Machine Projects
We are seeking a freelance Electrical Engineer (ZZP) to support the design, wiring, and commissioning of new machines for a leading machine-building company in the Eindhoven area. This role focuses on developing robust electrical systems, integrating control panels, and ensuring compliance with industrial and safety standards for brand-new machinery.
Your Role
- Design and develop electrical schematics and wiring diagrams for new machines using EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical
- Specify and select electrical components such as PLCs, HMIs, drives, motors, contactors, and sensors
- Develop PLC control strategies in collaboration with automation engineers
- Integrate safety systems, including emergency stops, safety relays, and PROFIsafe systems
- Coordinate installation and commissioning of electrical systems with mechanical and automation teams
- Perform testing, troubleshooting, and validation of electrical installations for new machines
- Ensure all systems comply with CE, IEC, and relevant machine safety standards
- Prepare technical documentation, manuals, and as-built drawings
- Provide guidance and support to assembly and maintenance teams during commissioning
Your Profile
- 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering for industrial machinery or machine-building projects
- Strong knowledge of PLC systems, motor control, drives, and industrial electrical components
- Hands-on experience with EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical for machine design
- Familiarity with industrial safety standards (EN 60204-1, IEC 61508, ISO 13849)
- Proven track record of delivering electrical designs for new machine projects
- Ability to coordinate with mechanical, automation, and production teams
- Fluent in English (Dutch is a plus)
- Registered ZZP’er with the right to work in the Netherlands
- Available for regular site presence in the Eindhoven region
Bonus Skills
- Knowledge of Siemens PLCs and HMI systems
- Familiarity with motion control, robotics, or servo integration
- Knowledge of predictive maintenance, monitoring, or IIoT solutions
- Background in high-precision machine building or assembly lines
This role is ideal for an Electrical Engineer who wants to be hands-on in new machine projects, from design to commissioning. The client is moving fast, so applications are being reviewed immediately.