About the Position

Team Lead High Voltage Measurements

Location: Dresden, Germany

Business: Energy Systems

Position type: Full Time

Contract type: Permanent Employee

Job ID: 7618

Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the role

We are looking for an ambitious, inspiring, business-focused, and people-oriented Team Lead to lead the Technical Asset Services team, which is part of the Department Transmission & Distribution Technology and Power System Planning.

The Northern Europe Power Grids service area within Energy Systems supports a wide range of stakeholders, including Electricity Transmission & Distribution utilities, industrial asset owners, OEMs, developers, investors, and regulators worldwide. As a key partner in the energy transition, we assist with advisory services in expanding and reinforcing grids while leveraging digital transformation. Our extensive service portfolio covers the entire value chain of onshore and offshore electric grids, from power system planning and transmission & distribution technology to asset management and digital system operations.

The team Technical Asset Services

The Technical Asset Services team consists of approximately 10 team members, including contingent workers and subcontractors. Within the Department Transmission & Distribution Technology and Power System Planning, the team provides field measurement services and studies related to electrical safety and asset performance.

Measurement services: review and evaluation of lightning protection and grounding measures, diagnostic measurements, EMC measurements, and power quality measurements.
Studies, calculations, and advisory services in safety reviews and earthing concepts.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Technical Asset Services team effectively, promoting collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
Develop a culture of high performance and strong utilisation, fostering teamwork, innovation, staff development, and retention.
Manage the team’s resources to ensure their efficient and strategic deployment within the team and across teams, in line with strategic objectives, customer satisfaction, and growth ambitions.
Allocate resources to projects and support Business Development (BD) and Sales activities, ensuring high performance and quality of deliverables.
Balance team capacity between project delivery and BD/Sales activities, maintaining strong alignment with Sales Managers and leading BD/Sales efforts for smaller opportunities within the team.
Develop existing talent, close skills gaps, and recruit new talent to ensure that the team remains appropriately resourced and that its service portfolio continues to meet market needs and industry developments.

Requirements

Educational background:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Software/Data Science, Business Administration, or an equivalent professional qualification, preferably with a focus on electrical fields, transients, and/or asset measurements.

Leadership and team-development:

Capability or strong motivation to lead and manage a team effectively, promoting collaboration, accountability, and high performance; prior leadership experience is considered an advantage.
Ability to build a high-performance culture in a dynamic, complex, and uncertain environment.
Capability to remain resilient under pressure, while providing clarity, direction, and focus when priorities or operational conditions change.
Ability to collaborate with various teams within the department and across other departments to meet shared goals.
Ability to allocate and assign tasks clearly to measurement teams, ensuring transparent ownership, safe execution, efficient preparation, and reliable follow-up of field activities.
Commitment to developing staff capabilities and competencies, with a focus on efficient operational delivery, technical excellence, mentoring, and professional growth.
Advisory mindset with a strong focus on client relationship building and value creation.

Technical expertise and strategic vision:

Solid understanding of the energy sector in Germany and preferably Northern Europe.
Ability to align team capabilities with evolving market demands, customer needs, and the strategic direction of the energy sector.
Experience with measurements and electrical field services within the electricity transmission and distribution sector.
Strong drive to automate and digitalize (highly) repetitive activities, improving consistency, efficiency, data quality, and scalability of technical services.
High awareness of safety requirements when working in high-voltage environments, including a proactive approach towards risk assessment, safe working methods, and compliance with applicable procedures.
Ability to implement and execute strategic plans aligned with the company’s vision and the evolving energy industry landscape.

Communication skills and collaboration:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in German; knowledge of English and other Northern European languages is considered an advantage.
Pragmatic communication style, with the ability to build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to collaborate effectively with others to create synergy and contribute to organizational goals.

Cultural competence and inclusivity:

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Ability to work effectively with stakeholders across functions, cultures, and disciplines.
Self-motivated, resilient, and able to remain effective under work pressure.

We Offer

Profit Share: You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business.
Pension Schemes: We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits.
Public Transport: You’ll be offered a "Deutschlandticket" to make public transport a more viable commuting option.
Annual Leave: You’ll be entitled to 30 days annual leave a year and special leave can be granted for moving, compassionate leave, and special events.
Mental Health Support: You'll have access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) as part of our strategic health management.
Mentoring Programs: You’ll have access to our mentoring courses and networking opportunities.
Hybrid Work Model: We work in a hybrid model (three days from the office) with flexible starting hours.
Shape Your Career: We support you in exploring different career opportunities or shifting between teams or locations.
Ergonomic Workplace: We provide sit/stand desks, high-quality adjustable chairs, and balance balls.
Jobrad: You’ll have the opportunity to lease up to 2 bicycles as part of our JobRad program.
Subsidized Lunch: You will have access to subsidized lunch options at our Hamburg and Dresden offices.
Discounts: We support your everyday needs by giving you access to exclusive discounts from a wide range of trusted brands.
Urban Sports Club: You’ll have access to our fitness cooperation with Urban Sports Club.
CONNECT Community Events: Join CONNECT activities in both Dresden and Hamburg offices.
Company Sports Association Membership: Join a variety of sports activities and leagues.
Family Support: We offer extra support for short, family-related absences.

About the Company

Since 1864, we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property, and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV, you can expect to deliver career and industry-defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice but also a business decision. Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

Application Process

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Team Lead High Voltage Measurements

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