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You will be part of our Energy Transition High Voltage team , where experts work on the design and delivery of high-voltage lines and substations. In close cooperation with grid operators such as TenneT, we deliver impactful projects, including grid connections for renewable energy generation. 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Dutch language skills are strongly preferred and will be considered a significant advantage for this role due to client and stakeholder interactions within the Netherlands.\n\nWhy Arcadis?\nWe achieve our goals by empowering everyone to be their best. We believe that every contribution matters. That is why we are pioneering a skills-based approach and building a Skills Powered Organisation. By leveraging your unique experience and expertise, you can shape your own career path. Together, we maximise our impact.\nYour work makes a difference. Whatever role you play, you will help deliver sustainable solutions for a healthier planet. Leave your mark on your career, your colleagues, our clients, your life, and the world around you. Visit our website to read stories from our Arcadians and discover how we bring this to life every day.\nArcadis offers you a role with plenty of freedom to organise your work independently within an ambitious and driven team. Alongside a positive and supportive working culture, we provide an attractive benefits package, including:\n30 days of annual leave based on full-time employment, with the option to buy or sell additional leave days.\nFree personal use of the NS Business Card for public transport.\nEnhanced partner leave and paid parental leave arrangements.\nFlexible hybrid working, supported by a home-working allowance and a professionally equipped home office.\nAn excellent pension scheme through the Dutch Pension Fund (HNPF), with Arcadis covering the majority of the contribution.\nExtensive learning and development opportunities, including access to our Arcadis Learning Experience Platform (LXP).\nJoin Arcadis. Create a Legacy.\nOur Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging\nWe want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. We take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves accountable for our actions. 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