Electrical Design Engineer

We’re looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to help design, build, and scale the next generation of automation systems in Controlled Environment Agriculture. You’ll work hands-on with complex electrical systems — from concept to deployment — and play a key role in making our technology safe, reliable, and scalable.
In this role, you’ll collaborate with experts across software, mechanics, electronics and robotics. You’ll take ownership of electrical designs and ensure seamless integration within our robotic platforms.
You report to the Head of Engineering and will be instrumental in both detailed design and system-level thinking.
Your role includes the following responsibilities:
Designing Robust Electrical Systems
• Select and specify electrical components for scalable system designs
• Design electrical schematics and wiring harnesses using EPLAN
• Build prototypes and validate wiring in real-world setups
• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to ensure scalability
Ensuring Safety & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with electrical standards across the EU, US, and Canada
• Integrate safety principles into system design from the ground up
• Contribute to functional safety concepts and validation
Managing Documentation & Quality
• Maintain accurate design documentation (BOMs, schematics, timelines)
• Track version history and document engineering changes
• Conduct QA testing to ensure system functionality and safety
• Report findings and communicate results to stakeholders
Collaborating Across Disciplines
• Work closely with mechanical engineers, software developers, and system architects
• Ensure seamless integration of electrical systems into broader platforms
• Contribute to continuous improvement and engineering best practices

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or similar
• Experience with EPLAN

• Knowledge of IEC 60204-1 - Electrical Equipment of Machines

• Strong understanding of electrical systems and DFM principles

• You work independently and communicate clearly across teams

• You enjoy hands-on engineering and solving complex technical challenges
• You thrive in a fast-paced R&D environment
• Fluent in Dutch and English (spoken and written)
• Familiarity with international standards (EU, US, Canada)

Nice to have
• Knowledge of ISO12100 and ISO13849

• Knowledge of CSA22.2 No 301 - Industrial Electrical Machinery

• Knowlede of NFPA 79 - Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery
• Experience with Sistema or similar software for evaluation of machine safety
• Experience with Safety PLCs
• Familiarity with UL3100 and ISO3691-4

• A high-impact engineering role in a fast-growing robotics company
• The opportunity to work on real-world systems deployed across the world.
• A multidisciplinary team with strong technical expertise
• A culture built on trust, ownership, and collaboration
• Room for personal growth, learning, and initiative
• Competitive compensation and flexible working conditions

Octiva is a fast-growing robotics company on a mission to help growers succeed through smart automation. Our advanced robotic systems are designed for high-performance operation in controlled environments, combining technical precision with real-world reliability.

We’re expanding internationally and building a team of driven, collaborative professionals who want to make a real impact — not just on product performance, but on the lives and success of our customers.