Location: Berlin

Contract Type: 12-Month AUG Contract

Start Date: May 2026

Agency: Spencer Ogden

Overview

Spencer Ogden is supporting a leading energy client in the recruitment of a Project Engineer – Equipment Classification for a major HVDC project based in Berlin.

This role will focus on planning, coordinating, and executing equipment classification, item designation, and equipment tagging across HVDC design work packages. You will collaborate closely with engineering teams, suppliers, contractors, and customer stakeholders to ensure consistent and compliant data management across the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Develop in-depth knowledge of item designation standards (e.g. RDS-PP, NKS, IEC-based systems)

Plan, design, implement, and validate item designation solutions aligned with project and customer requirements

Create, process, and maintain item designations in accordance with project plans

Manage and maintain equipment/item registers (databases and Excel), ensuring high data quality, consistency, and traceability

Act as technical owner of the asset register and system breakdown structure

Oversee the full lifecycle of item designation data: collection, validation, delivery, archival, and disposal

Coordinate with engineering teams and project management to align data practices and ensure smooth implementation

Maintain structured and auditable documentation of processes and deliverables

Interface with customers and suppliers to manage technical requirements, schedules, and deliverables

Reporting Line

You will report directly to the Project Engineering Director and Project Information Manager within the HVDC project structure.

Required Qualifications

Item designation and equipment classification across multi-disciplinary engineering systems (HV, LV, automation, electrical distribution)

Strong ability to communicate technical concepts to engineers, customers, and suppliers

Degree (Master’s preferred) from an accredited institution or equivalent experience with at least 2+ years in a relevant role

Advanced proficiency in Excel and engineering database tools

Strong documentation, planning, and execution skills

Language Requirements

Desired Characteristics

High level of professionalism and cultural awareness

Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills

Team-oriented with the ability to facilitate multicultural collaboration

Self-motivated, proactive, and delivery-focused

Resilient, curious, and eager to learn

Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities

Ability to meet deadlines with a strong sense of urgency and quality focus

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile HVDC project and play a critical role in engineering data and asset structuring, contributing to the successful delivery of complex energy infrastructure.