Technical Project Manager Electrical
Posting date : 05/12/2024
Requisition ID : 34906
Are you excited about embarking on a journey with us towards a carbon-neutral world?
We are seeking a Technical Project Manager who is passionate about making a positive impact on ENGIE Laborelec's success and overall performance. If you have a deep interest in the energy transition, power generation and technology, we urge you to explore this opportunity.
Bring your expertise, grow with us and build your career in a safe and diverse environment.
Who are we? ENGIE Laborelec is a research and expertise center focused on electrical power technology, with a team of over 380 employees from different backgrounds. We are part of the ENGIE Group, and more particularly the entity ENGIE Research & Innovation. We support the entire electricity value chain, providing customized solutions to a diverse range of customers from various fields and industries. We are dedicated to achieving a net zero carbon future and finding sustainable solutions.
About the team Our Power & Infrastructure Business Line provides high added value activities to the Global Business Units (GBUs) of ENGIE, the power generation sector, grid operators, and industries in Europe. This covers applied research and on-the-field technical expertise. We are looking for a Technical Project Manager to participate in our Electrical activities driving forward the future!
What you’ll be doing
Your responsibilities as Technical Project Manager Electrical (F/M/X)
Project Management: You participate in and coordinate the execution of specific contracts, collaborating with experts from various fields to develop innovative and driven projects. Your role is to ensure coordination of multi-disciplinary projects and respect of deliverables (cost, quality and timing). You will report to the delivery team during project execution. The vast majority of projects are small-scale and involve internal experts (from one or several geographical entities). As project manager, you will also be in direct discussion with the customer. Lab set-up and coordination: As technical project manager, you will also be involved in coordination of new lab set-up and coordination of project linked to lab expansions. This required project management skills but also proven track record of lab environment. Technical Expertise: You leverage your technical electrical expertise and work closely with experts from different competence centers to provide comprehensive and integrated solutions. At least one of the following technical expertise is required (Power Electronics, Power System Simulations, RES Grid Integration, cable or transformer expertise). Experience in “productization” of research work into commercial services is an asset. Client Relationships and Technical Leadership: You build a trusting relationship with clients, from defining their needs to delivering high-value solutions, and take the lead in the technical definition of new projects. Adaptability skills during projects is also required in order to suit the client’s need at best while respecting the timeline and budget. International Environment and Travel: You enjoy working in an international context, with significant activities in the Middle East and LATAM, and are willing to travel from time to time for coordination meetings and field missions. Innovation and Sustainable Development: You initiate new projects and contribute valuable input to R&D roadmaps, supporting also the development goals of our electrical services for renewable energy clients You will work alongside a supportive team and will have access to professional development opportunities to help you grow in your own career. The workload is estimated in average to approximately 50% expertise and 50% project management (this is indeed project-dependent).
If you identify with any of the following, we encourage you to apply!
Educational and Technical Expertise: You hold a Master’s degree in Engineering with substantial experience in Electrical Energy or Power Electronics, showcasing a strong foundation in power generation and grid technologies. Inspirational Leadership and Team Management: You have proven experience in leading small functional teams to achieve customer satisfaction and deliver high-quality technical products and services, while inspiring and motivating your team. Project Management Excellence: You are skilled in project management with a successful track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, adopting a hands-on approach to ensure safe and high-quality delivery. Adaptability and Effective Communication: You have excellent communication skills, are comfortable engaging with diverse audiences, and adaptable to changing technical and business environments to meet project and client needs. Proficiency in Dutch, French, and English (at least two out of the three). Customer Focus and Relationship Building: You are customer-focused, reliable, and result-driven, with the ability to build strong, trusting, and sustainable relationships, and a commitment to continuous learning and feedback.
Here's a taste of what Laborelec offers you
Where we work
Our headquarters is based in Belgium (Linkebeek, near to Brussels), and we have several branches in Europe (France, Germany & the Netherlands), LATAM (Chile) and MESCAT (KSA & UAE).
Our values : The 4B’s
Be You, at Laborelec, we encourage you to be yourself and allow your skills and knowledge to shine through. Be Safe, keeping our employees safe is our top priority. Become, as a Laborelec employee, you can build your career. Belong, join our dynamic community at Laborelec and become an integral part of our team.
Our commitment
At ENGIE Laborelec, we’re building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone can thrive, reflecting the communities we serve.
We'd love to hear from you if this opportunity sparks your interest.
Your HR contact:
Isabelle Croiset E-mail: isabelle.croiset@external.engie.com We believe any recruitment decision should be a sustainable one, taken by both parties and with full transparency. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have specific questions you want to get answered before applying.
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