Test Engineer

What will you do?

As a Test Engineer within our R&D & Engineering department, you play a key role in developing, coordinating, and executing tests on our electrical products – particularly our smart charging stations. Your mission? To ensure each product meets the highest quality standards and complies with all technical and legal requirements.

You will work closely with colleagues in the hardware test team and be one of the driving forces behind setting up test environments and procedures. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute ideas for process improvement and innovation.

Your responsibilities include:

• Preparing test plans and writing test procedures and reports

• Conducting comprehensive testing on components, functionalities, performance, and safety

• Analyzing and interpreting test data to provide valuable feedback to R&D teams

• Ensuring electrical safety and contributing to the continuous improvement of our in-house testing facilities

• Gathering and assessing product specifications, standards, schematics, and technical drawings

• Collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams to optimize product performance

What do we ask of you?

We're looking for a technical expert with a passion for testing and electrical engineering. You're analytically strong, work in a structured way, and know how to prioritize effectively. You thrive in team settings and take ownership when needed. You bring:

• A completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field

• At least 5 years of experience in hardware testing within an R&D or production environment

• Knowledge of applicable standards and regulations for electrical products

• Experience in creating test plans and reporting findings

• A valid VP-LS certificate (Skilled Person Low Voltage) in accordance with NEN 3140 is a plus

What do we offer?

At Alfen, you’ll have an independent and responsible position at the heart of the energy transition. You’ll work with passionate colleagues on cutting-edge technology and get the opportunity to grow professionally. We also offer:

• A competitive salary in accordance with the Metalektro collective labor agreement

• 27 vacation days + 13 ADV (reduction of working hours) days per year

• Possibility to work hybrid (up to 2 days per week based on a 40-hour contract)

• Pension plan with PME Pension Fund – with a generous employer contribution

• Company laptop

• Free access to our online learning platform

• Sports activities and fun events organized by AlFun and Young Alfen

• Travel allowance of € 0.23 per km (up to 50 km one-way)

Where will you work?

You will join a leading company in the energy transition. Alfen develops and produces charging stations, transformer substations, and energy storage systems. In our R&D department, you will work in multidisciplinary teams on technological innovations that directly contribute to a more sustainable world.

Interested?

Does this role speak to you? Then apply now via the “Apply now” button. Want to know more about our recruitment process? Click here.

Please note: A reference check, screening, and Certificate of Conduct (VOG) may be part of the selection process. This vacancy may close early once a suitable candidate is found. Unsolicited acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.