Senior Commissioning Specialist

As a Senior Commissioning Specialist, you're the technical expert people turn to when commissioning becomes complex.

• Independently execute and troubleshoot complex commissioning and start-up activities.
• Analyse advanced electrical, control and automation-related problems.
• Investigate interactions between electrical systems, PLC controls, instrumentation and mechanical equipment.
• Develop practical solutions to technical issues that affect performance, reliability or project completion.
• Perform advanced functional testing, system integration checks and performance verification.
• Support complex FAT, SAT and acceptance procedures.
• Identify recurring technical issues and recommend engineering improvements.
• Provide technical advice to customers, engineers and project stakeholders.
• Mentor commissioning engineers and share specialist knowledge.
• Produce clear technical reports, findings and recommendations.

Your value lies in understanding the complete technical picture, not simply completing individual tasks.

We're looking for a highly capable engineer who enjoys difficult technical challenges and takes pride in finding the right solution.

• Completed relevant technical education at MBO level 4 or higher, preferably in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics or a related discipline.
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in commissioning, industrial automation or complex electrical installations.
• Strong expertise in electrical systems, commissioning procedures and systematic fault-finding.
• Good understanding of industrial control systems, PLC environments and system integration.
• Experience diagnosing complex technical issues across multiple disciplines.
• Ability to interpret advanced technical documentation, schematics and system specifications.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to make sound technical decisions independently.
• Experience communicating with customers and advising technical project teams.
• Willingness to share knowledge and support the development of other engineers.
• Professional English communication skills. Dutch is strongly preferred.
• A valid category B driving licence and willingness to travel internationally.
• Relevant VCA and NEN 3140 qualifications are preferred. STIPEL and specialist certifications are advantages.

Gross monthly salary: €5,800–€7,100, based on a 40-hour working week, excluding holiday allowance and applicable additional compensation.

• Permanent employment.
• 25 vacation days per year.
• €25 monthly sports budget.
• Complex technical assignments that genuinely require specialist expertise.
• Freedom to investigate problems and develop effective engineering solutions.
• Opportunities to work on high-impact industrial and international projects.
• Specialist training, professional development and relevant certifications.
• Company lease car for this technical field role, subject to availability and applicable arrangements.
• Overtime compensation, with applicable arrangements discussed during the hiring process.
• A technically ambitious team that values experience and independent thinking.

Expertise deserves room to make a difference.

At Tribe Engineering, we believe experienced specialists should be trusted to do what they do best: understand complex technology and solve problems that matter.

We don't believe in unnecessary hierarchy or endless discussions without technical substance. We believe in expertise, accountability and delivering results.

You'll work alongside engineers who take pride in their profession and enjoy learning from one another.

Your knowledge will be valued. Your ideas will be heard. And your work will make a real difference.

Inspired by the fear of being average.

Ready for a technical challenge worthy of your experience?

Get in touch at hr@tribeengineering.com.