Welcome to ENGIE FLEXIBLE GENERATION EUROPE! This operational entity of ENGIE has the ambition to be a key enabler of the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral economy!

The IT department within ENGIE Generation Europe consisting out of 7 entities: infrastructure, network, workplace, cyber security, digital, SAP ERP & operational technology (OT).   FLEXIBLE GENERATION Europe is expert in many specialist areas within the energy sector: around 1,100 employees manage, maintain and operate large-scale, highly flexible and high-performance natural gas, biomass, hydropower and CHP units owned by ENGIE in Belgium, France, UK, Italy, The Netherlands, Portugal and Spain.

Are you looking for an ideal opportunity to kick start your IT career in an international and fascinating high technological environment?  Are you interested in joining a multidisciplinary and diverse IT team that is supporting the energy transition within ENGIE? 
 

Yes?

Then our IT management traineeship might be something for you as the IT department  in Antwerp & Brussels is looking to hire trainees for an 18 months rotational management traineeship starting September 1st 2024.

WE OFFER YOU

• An intensive hands-on experience in different IT areas (IA, data science, network, infrastructure, cyber security, digital, operation technology) during a 18-months rotation program (3 assignments of 6-months each including 1 month in a powerplant in France, UK or the Netherlands)
• Possibility to develop your technical and soft skills by being exposed to challenging and diverse missions and projects in the different countries where we operate.
• The opportunity to work in diverse and international teams and travel in Europe
• Being mentored and supported by senior experts and experienced senior IT managers.
• The opportunity to find out your preferred IT discipline in which you can further develop your IT career within ENGIE.
• The resources and opportunities to innovate in different fields and technologies.
• An attractive remuneration package with many options to choose from (an attractive base pay, a bonus scheme,  a range of extralegal benefits (including lease car), lunch vouchers, discounts at a range of stores, the occasional mountain bike trip or lunch jogging with your team mates
• Become part of a dynamic and caring organization committed to wellbeing, inclusion and diversity.
• Being welcomed by the Young Generation Network, an international multi-disciplinary team of millennials and digital natives

 YOUR PROFILE

• Master degree in computer/data science or any related technical field.
• Fluent in English and knowledge of any other European language is an asset (Italian, German, Dutch, French, Spanish)
• High willingness to learn and grow
• Teamplayer who shares ideas and knowledge with peers
• You love to take initiative and like to take responsibility in projects.
• You thrive in challenging and changing environments where you can adopt and work with new technologies
• You have a driving license

Work location

Brussels/Antwerp.

HR CONTACT

Valérie Theys – valerie.theys@external.engie.com

MORE ABOUT US

ENGIE FLEXIBLE GENERATION EUROPE, an operational entity of ENGIE Group, is an expert in many specialist areas within the energy sector: around 1,400 employees manage, maintain and operate large-scale, highly flexible and high-performance natural gas, biomass, hydropower and CHP units owned by ENGIE in 7 European countries (Belgium, France, Italy, The Netherlands, Portugal, Spain and the UK). This entity is also able to develop new applications such as energy security using large battery storage systems or power-to-gas projects (biomethane, hydrogen, …).

In this way ENGIE FLEXIBLE GENERATION EUROPE wants to support the electricity grid to complement renewable energy, and it wants to help large industrial customers to make the transition to the most energy-efficient production process including the significant reduction of their CO2 emissions! . Be a key enabler of the transition towards carbon-neutral economy!

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Tractebel’s Nuclear Entity seeks for its Core & Fuel studies Group (Safety and Modelling Expertise Competence Centre) a (m/f) :

Design Engineer (core physics)

THE WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The "Core and Fuel Studies" Group within the “Safety and Modelling Expertise" Competence Centre is in charge of the Tractebel activities related to the fuel cycle, core design, safety evaluation and core exploitation support for nuclear reactors for the Belgian Utility.  It also performs the criticality, shielding and activation assessment of fresh and irradiated fuel.

The group is subdivided into three operational subgroups, each one under the responsibility of a sub-group leader :

i)   Cycles Studies, incorporating Cycle Studies activities and Core physics studies

ii)  Neutronic studies & Tools: incorporating all activities related to Criticality, Shielding, Activation, Residual Heat and Fuel Data Base(s)

iii) Core Multiphysics, Methods & Support, encompassing cross-cutting activities and common projects within the range of Core & Fuel Studies expertise

your job

In the Cycle Studies sub-group, you will be in charge of core reload design, reload safety verification and core operational support for the Belgian nuclear power plants.  The main tasks are:

• engineering studies in the domain of core and fuel physics using industry-standard methods and simulation codes
• definition in-core fuel management strategy and new core loading patterns consistently with the Utility requirements
• verification of the cycle safety as regards the core neutronics and thermal-hydraulic aspects
• engineering support to the Utility, in particular participation to the start-up tests, to the core depletion follow-up, ..
• Writing Engineering / synthesis reports of your analyzes

YOUR PROFILE

• You are a civil or industrial engineer, specialized in nuclear energy, physics or electromechanics, or B.Sc. in physics.  A practical proficiency in core physics calculations is an asset.
• You are keen to develop a technical expertise
• You have a good theoretical background in nuclear systems, core physics phenomena and neutronics.

• You are interested in the technical knowledge of various disciplines of Core Physics (in particular neutronics but also thermal-hydraulics, nuclear fuel thermomechanics).
• You have proficiency in IT (with an emphasis python programming)
• You speak English and French or Dutch with a good practice of the other language.
• You apply self-verification with a rigorous mind and you deliver quality within tight schedules.
• You are good listener, dynamic and you like teamworking.

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Tractebel is a global engineering and consulting company delivering integrated solutions for sustainable energy and built environment projects. Our expertise is trusted worldwide across multiple markets like nuclear, renewables, power & heat, electrical grids, hydropower & dams, water resources & supply, desalination, complex & high-tech buildings, transport infrastructures, and ports & waterways. By connecting strategy, design, engineering, social & environmental studies, project management and in-house digital application, we partner with companies and public authorities to create a positive impact on people and planet.  Backed by more than 150 years of experience, today Tractebel is a community of over 6,000 passionate experts across the globe, committed to ethical business and the fight against climate change. Tractebel is part of the ENGIE Group, a global reference in low-carbon energy and services.

The power systems product focuses on supporting our clients in their challenges to plan and operate the power system in a reliable, sustainable and efficient way. Our clients include TSOs, regulatory bodies, power producers, industries and project developers around the world.
 

Job Description

To support efficiently the expansion of the Power Systems team in Europe, Middle-East and Africa, and bring the highest standard of consulting services to our clients we are looking for a new colleague for the power systems simulation team.

As Junior Power System Expert, you will contribute to various power system studies. A wide range of services is offered to our clients, ranging from classical power system studies to the review of grid codes and standards. The ideal candidate should have sufficient expertise in power systems analysis which includes :

• Model preparation & validation,
• Data analysis,
• Network modelling,
• Steady state (load flow, short circuit calculations etc),
• Dynamic analysis,
• Generator/demand connection studies
   

In addition, you are able to prepare technical reports, and to make compelling conclusions and recommendations to our clients based on our studies. As part of an international team, you will further develop your expertise and project management skills and you will be responsible for:

 

• Contributing to power system projects;
• Maintaining and updating power system models;
• Contributing to R&D projects in your expertise domain;
   

This team has a world class expertise in Power Systems and is the centre of excellence of the ENGIE Group for all related topics.

Qualifications - Do you tick all the boxes?

We are looking for talented and motivated people to help us meet the energy challenges of today and tomorrow. Join a rewarding and flexible work environment that encourages innovation and creativity.
 

• You have a masters degree in Electrical Engineering
• Preferably higher degree or qualification in Power System engineering
• You have 0-3 years of experience in power system studies or you have worked at a transmission system operator or consultancy previously
• You speak English fluently. Knowledge of the other language(s) (e.g. French, Dutch, Spanish, German, Arab) is an advantage.
• You have knowledge on phasor-type simulations, operational procedures for system operators, modelling and simulation of power system assets
• Knowledge in EMT modelling and simulation is desirable
• Experience in presenting and defending results to clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ideally, you have a first experience with specific power system tools (e.g. PSS/E, DIgSILENT Power factory, ETAP, PSCAD, ATP, EMTP-RV…) and able to learn efficiently new software tools
• Capable of working autonomously as well as part of a wider team
• You are dynamic, creative, interested by high level expertise and team work
• You are geographically mobile for short or mid-term missions all over the world.

Engineer your positive impact

Tractebel is a global community of 5000 imaginative experts engineering a carbon-neutral future. Through our game-changing solutions for complex energy, urban, nuclear and water projects, we help our clients create a positive impact towards a sustainable world, where people, planet and profit collectively thrive. 

Work environment 

The “Gas to X” Department of Tractebel Engineering is providing engineering services related to the following energy-related fields: Conventional Thermal Power Plants, Biomass Power Plants, Concentrated Solar Power Plants, Desalination Units, Decarbonisation of Industrial Plants, Carbon Capture and Storage/Usage, Green Hydrogen Production, Synthetic Molecules / Green Fuels Production, LNG-, Natural Gas-Terminals and Pipelines, etc. 

The “Classical Gas” Product is in charge of LNG terminals with its variants, pipelines and conventional gas stations. The piping activities for these are executing:

•    Feasibility and Basic Design.

•    Mechanical & Process System Studies.

•    Detailed Mechanical & Process Design.

•    Procurement of piping equipment including factory acceptance testing.

•    Design Review.

•    Site supervision, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.

•    Audit of installations.

The role of Tractebel can be consulting engineer, owner’s engineer, PMC, etc.

The engineering services cover the whole life cycle of the projects, from early stage feasibility studies to construction follow-up, commissioning follow-up and services during plant operation.

The projects are located in Europe, Africa, Middle East, Latin America or Asia.
 

Your function

For the Gas product, you are in charge of Pipeline engineering studies necessary to design, build gas pipelines; gas compression stations and all what is related to the handling of gas in an industrial environment. The concerned installations cover all natural gas or other special gases (such as H2, CO₂,…) transport.

Your role will address mainly the following tasks:

• Execute feasibilities studies analysing the optimal routing for a pipeline routing considering all aspects of constrains.
• Integration of the project constraints in the design of the pipeline system.
• Act as Technical Integrator of complex projects consolidating engineering studies from various disciplines (process, mechanical, electrical, civil, I&C, HSE, etc.)
• Deliver pipeline engineering services that meet Tractebel’s, its customers' and applicable statutory and regulatory specifications, on time and within budget.
• Perform technical-economic studies including cost estimates
• Execute detailed design studies for a chose and frozen pipeline.
• follow up of the contracting process for these services (bid comparison, technical and economic negotiations, contracting)
• Evaluate and comment the technical documents issued by contractors and manufacturers
• Gaining experience in covering basic engineering, detail engineering, procurement, erection, pre-commissioning, commissioning and acquisition of specific knowledge regarding pipelines and gas installations.
• Managing the contractual and/or financial relations between the various parties involved and the interfaces between all participants in the Projects : Client, Partners, Suppliers, etc.
• Performing of consultancy, (pre)-feasibility, Basic Design, FEED assignments
• Writing of specifications for the manufacturing of the pipelines (including welding requirements), fittings, supports, insulation, etc as well as for the valves and follow up of the contracting process for these services (bid comparison, technical and economic negotiations, contracting)
• Preparation of files for permitting and construction specifications.
• Workshop inspections and quality follow-up of pipeline prefabrication but also for other equipment.
• On-site follow up of the mechanical erection including welding activities.
• Will respond to the project engineer
• Having the knowledge of the different equipment used in the gas industry
• Write procedure to execute and manage gas-in of a pipeline
• Complete projects with the necessary hand-overs, As-built, certificates,….
   

Your profile

• Civil or industrial engineer with a practical, ever sense of learning.
• Interested in the gas and energy sector within a multidisciplinary environments.
• Some experience in material knowledge, welding and NDT inspections
• You have interest to develop your high level expertise.
• Team spirit, dynamic, rigorous and creative 
• Good communicator and prepared to listen to the client needs.
• Able to take the role as advisor towards the Client and transmit your knowledge to other team members
• Willing to undergo short / long missions to support construction activities and / or client support.
• The function is open in Brussels but you have Interest for international experience and short and mid-term missions abroad
• Multilingual with English and Dutch or French as a must.

Engineer your positive impact

Tractebel is a global community of 5000 imaginative experts engineering a carbon-neutral future. Through our game-changing solutions for complex energy, urban, nuclear and water projects, we help our clients create a positive impact towards a sustainable world, where people, planet and profit collectively thrive. 

Work environment 

The “Gas to X” Department of Tractebel Engineering is providing engineering services related to the following energy-related fields: Conventional Thermal Power Plants, Biomass Power Plants, Concentrated Solar Power Plants, Desalination Units, Decarbonisation of Industrial Plants, Carbon Capture and Storage/Usage, Green Hydrogen Production, Synthetic Molecules / Green Fuels Production, LNG-, Natural Gas-Terminals and Pipelines, etc. 

The “Classical Gas” Product is in charge of LNG terminals with its variants, pipelines and conventional gas stations. The piping activities for these are executing:

•    Feasibility and Basic Design.

•    Mechanical & Process System Studies.

•    Detailed Mechanical & Process Design.

•    Procurement of piping equipment including factory acceptance testing.

•    Design Review.

•    Site supervision, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.

•    Audit of installations.

The role of Tractebel can be consulting engineer, owner’s engineer, PMC, etc.

The engineering services cover the whole life cycle of the projects, from early stage feasibility studies to construction follow-up, commissioning follow-up and services during plant operation.

The projects are located in Europe, Africa, Middle East, Latin America or Asia.

Your function

For the Gas product, you are in charge of Pipeline engineering studies necessary to design, build gas pipelines; gas compression stations and all what is related to the handling of gas in an industrial environment. The concerned installations cover all natural gas or other special gases (such as H2, CO2,…) transport.

Your role will address mainly the following tasks:

• Execute feasibilities studies analysing the optimal routing for a pipeline routing considering all aspects of constrains.
• Integration of the project constraints in the design of the pipeline system.
• Act as Technical Integrator of complex projects consolidating engineering studies from various disciplines (process, mechanical, electrical, civil, I&C, HSE, etc.)
• Deliver pipeline engineering services that meet Tractebel’s, its customers' and applicable statutory and regulatory specifications, on time and within budget.
• Perform technical-economic studies including cost estimates
• Execute detailed design studies for a chose and frozen pipeline.
• follow up of the contracting process for these services (bid comparison, technical and economic negotiations, contracting)
• Evaluate and comment the technical documents issued by contractors and manufacturers
• Gaining experience in covering basic engineering, detail engineering, procurement, erection, pre-commissioning, commissioning and acquisition of specific knowledge regarding pipelines and gas installations.
• Managing the contractual and/or financial relations between the various parties involved and the interfaces between all participants in the Projects : Client, Partners, Suppliers, etc.
• Performing of consultancy, (pre)-feasibility, Basic Design, FEED assignments
• Writing of specifications for the manufacturing of the pipelines (including welding requirements), fittings, supports, insulation, etc as well as for the valves and follow up of the contracting process for these services (bid comparison, technical and economic negotiations, contracting)
• Preparation of files for permitting and construction specifications.
• Workshop inspections and quality follow-up of pipeline prefabrication but also for other equipment.
• On-site follow up of the mechanical erection including welding activities.
• Will respond to the project engineer
• Having the knowledge of the different equipment used in the gas industry
• Write procedure to execute and manage gas-in of a pipeline
• Complete projects with the necessary hand-overs, As-built, certificates,….
   

Your profile

• Civil or industrial engineer with a practical, ever sense of learning.
• Interested in the gas and energy sector within a multidisciplinary environments.
• Some experience in material knowledge, welding and NDT inspections
• You have interest to develop your high level expertise.
• Team spirit, dynamic, rigorous and creative 
• Good communicator and prepared to listen to the client needs.
• Able to take the role as advisor towards the Client and transmit your knowledge to other team members
• Willing to undergo short / long missions to support construction activities and / or client support.
• The function is open in Brussels but you have Interest for international experience and short and mid-term missions abroad
• Multilingual with English and Dutch or French as a must.

Tractebel is a global engineering and consulting company delivering integrated solutions for sustainable energy and built environment projects. Our expertise is trusted worldwide across multiple markets like nuclear, renewables, power & gas, electrical grids, hydropower & dams, water resources & supply, desalination, complex & high-tech buildings, transport infrastructures, and ports & waterways. By connecting strategy, design, engineering, social & environmental studies, project management and in-house digital applications, we partner with companies and public authorities to create a positive impact on people and planet. Backed by more than 150 years of experience, today Tractebel is a community of over 5,500 passionate experts across the globe, committed to ethical business and the fight against climate change. Tractebel is part of the ENGIE Group, a global reference in low-carbon energy and services.

 Its Métier Civil Works and Infrastructure, with offices in Belgium (Brussels, Doel, Tihange), France (Gennevilliers, Lyon, Marseille & Tours) and the UK (Bristol) is seeking a

Senior Civil Works Site Engineer - Tihange

to join our enthusiastic team in Tihange.

You will address the technical follow-up of the civil works related to the different projects that are ongoing and will be realized in the frame of

• Long Term Operations – namely the projects associated to the anticipated life time extension of Tihange 3
• Decommissioning and Dismantling – namely both the new build and modifications associated to the final shutdown of Tihange 1 and 2;
• Plant Operational Support – namely the civil works assistance we deliver to the operational power plants (e.g. from maintenance works for cooling towers or other important structures, to completely new build structures, as e.g. Spent Fuel Storage Facilities);

You will join the Site Team under the mentorship of the Site Lead.

Typical activities include:

• interfacing between Tractebel’s back office, the Client and Contractors realizing the works;
• inspecting the Contractors’ execution activities, verifying compliance with execution drawings and documents (erection methodology etc.);
• verifying and monitoring of Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) requirements;
• management of the technical interfaces between Contractors;
• management and follow up of main design modifications;
• participation to regular meetings with the stakeholders: progress, challenges, interfaces, HSE, etc.;
• drafting work orders and site orders, issuing notes on the execution and shortcomings, and checking the progress reports prepared by the Contractors;
• continually exchanging information on developments in work, studies, etc.;

The successful candidate

• Holds a Master degree in civil/structural engineering. Relevant professional experience in an engineering environment, including design assignments and erection follow-up, preferably in an industrial environment is an advantage;
• Is fluent in French and either Dutch or English;
• is a born team player
• communicates factually and to the point
• is curious and has a questioning attitude

Tractebel welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, and actively promotes Diversity in the workforce.

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Our thermal power plant in the region of Brussels (Drogenbos) is looking for a                    

Mechanical Maintenance Technician (M/F/X).

Valves, pumps, valves & valves hold no secrets for you?
You have a real DO mentality? You have the ambition to play a key role in the transition to a carbon neutral economy?

Apply via the above or 'apply now' button below for our position of

Mechanical Maintenance Technician (M/F/X).

WE OFFER YOU as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician (M/F/X):

• A high-tech workplace where passion for technology is key.
• A work environment where safety always comes first.
• A pleasant working atmosphere and a top team of experienced technicians who will be happy to share their knowledge and guide you in this new professional challenge. Together with your colleagues, you will report to Stefan, Patrick and Kris - senior technicians of the department.
• Numerous opportunities to develop yourself, thanks to extensive training "on the job" and the possibility of acquiring other competencies of your choice.
• Close supervision from Day 1 by an assigned godmother or godfather.
• A stable company that offers job security.
• A pleasant work atmosphere and healthy work-life balance.
• A day job with a nice 38h schedule that guarantees a good work-life balance: 7h-11h30 - lunch break (30min) - 12h-15h15. On Fridays we stop at 2:45pm and you can start your weekend early!
• Lots of variety in your job combined with the necessary freedom and flexibility.
• A clerical contract (38h) of indefinite duration with a competitive salary package consisting of a nice gross salary and numerous fringe benefits:
  • Monthly indexation of your base salary
  • Annual salary increase according to energy sector scales
  • Annual double vacation pay, collective bonus and year-end bonus.
  • 20 leave days + 13 ADV days
  • Do you make professional trips to other entities? Then you will be compensated for this via a mileage allowance. If you make these trips outside your working hours, you will also receive an additional mobility allowance.
  • Medical expenses and hospitalization costs are reimbursed for you and your family members
  • Supplemental pension plan
  • Meal vouchers €8
  • Laptop & cell phone

YOUR CHALLENGE as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician (M/F/X):

• Together with your colleagues, you are responsible for the day-to-day execution of maintenance work on mechanical systems, tools and components.
• Your duties will include: diagnosis, planning, work preparation, coordination of execution and monitoring and reporting. 
• In addition to your day-to-day duties, you will also work on certain projects, revisions, planned or unplanned interventions, ....
• You work mainly from the headquarters in Drogenbos, which is easily accessible by public transport. 
   Do you want to push your boundaries? Then you occasionally have the opportunity to go on a trip to get to know the other installations and colleagues better.

Take a look at our plant through this link and visit our site virtually!

YOUR PROFILE as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician (M/F/X):

• You have a Graduate or A2 level degree (Mechanics/Electromechanics) with preferably several years of relevant experience as a maintenance technician within a maintenance environment.
• You are eager to learn, forward thinking and possess a healthy dose of responsibility.
• You are a true team player who can also work independently within a very diverse environment.
• You speak Dutch well or are willing to learn this within a period of 1 year with support from ENGIE.

INTEREST?

Contact Lise: Lise Raes - Recruiter ENGIE

lise.raes@external.engie.com 

THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

• Short phone contact between you and our recruiter Lise (motivation, understanding position)
• First HR interview online (Comprehensive introduction, soft skills testing and completing online HR testing)
• 2nd physical technical interview with manager of the team: Herman Dirix and senior technician: here you can completely prove yourself technically.
• Are we positive? Then we would be happy to introduce you to the entity manager and make a final decision.

Lead Engineer Water Infrastructure

Tractebel is a global engineering and consulting company delivering integrated solutions for sustainable energy and built environment projects. Our expertise is trusted worldwide across multiple markets like nuclear, renewables, power & gas, electrical grids, hydropower & dams, water resources & supply, desalination, complex & high-tech buildings, transport infrastructures, and ports & waterways.

By connecting strategy, design, engineering, social & environmental studies, project management and in-house digital applications, we partner with companies and public authorities to create a positive impact on people and planet. 

Backed by more than 150 years of experience, today Tractebel is a community of over 5,500 passionate experts across the globe, committed to ethical business and the fight against climate change. Tractebel is part of the ENGIE Group, a global reference in low-carbon energy and services.

Your work environment (?)

 “WATER” is one of the product lines of Tractebel, specialised in port engineering and waterway infrastructure, with projects all over the world. The technical competences within our team cover the complete range of marine infrastructure: quay walls, locks, jetties, dikes, etc. Our team designs projects from feasibility, over conceptual and detailed design through owner’s engineering, in close collaboration with our national and international clients.

Tractebel has a long track record regarding design and construction of ports and waterways, from the conceptual design of the third set of locks of the Panama canal to the detailed design of a rolling bascule bridge in the port of Antwerp, as well as many others!

To tackle the exciting challenges that lie ahead, we are looking for dynamic and motivated people with a passion for marine structures.

Your mission

It will be your responsibility to take the lead for one of our major marine infrastructure projects. As a Lead Engineer you:

• Are the main point of contact between the client and your team and you work together with external partners (such as our partner in the joint venture, other design and engineering consultancies, subcontractors, contractors during the construction phase, etc.) in a constructive way.
• Are responsible for the follow-up of progress, quality, and financial performance of the project executed by your team. You ensure systematic follow-up of the project, by watching over customer satisfaction and foreseeing deteriorations in financial performance
• Take a role as principal engineer of the project and coordinate and coach our junior engineers and CAD designers
• Prepare designs (preliminary, basis, tender, detailed) for marine structures such as Port & Waterways development studies: Port Master planning, locks, quay walls, jetties, bridge foundations, flooding areas, dikes, breakwaters and perform analyses to find the optimum installation method of these structures; always with an open mind for innovative and alternative solutions
• Dimension marine infrastructure projects following current Belgian and European standards, legislation, codes of practice and internal guidelines
• Enhance an integrated design process by looking transversally over the different disciplines involved and you take the project from concept design through to completion
• Are the main liaison officer between the different competence centres in Tractebel and our partner in the joint venture for water infrastructure, road infrastructure, spatial design, mobility and equipment. You coordinate with the marine engineering design by the Ports and Waterways team
• Ensure knowledge development and sharing related to your expertise and coach junior engineers

Your profile

• You are a qualified Master of Science in Structural Engineering with a Major in 'Dredging and Off-shore Engineering" or "Construction Design" or "Marine Engineering"
• You have at least 8 years of relevant technical design experience 
• You have experience in applying the relevant design codes and guidelines for the structural design and soil-structure interaction of marine infrastructure such as port infrastructure, quay walls, sheet piles, anchors, combi walls, ...
• You have experience in designing concrete reinforcement in complex 3D structures 
• A thorough knowledge of English is essential and good knowledge of Dutch/French is an important asset
• You have extensive knowledge of current Belgian and European Design Standards, legislation, codes of practice (EC2, EC7, NEN, EAU, SB250, SB260, ISO, ...) 
• You have experience in financial reporting and contract management for public tenders 
• Expertise in modelling with SCIA engineering, Plaxis and/or GeoStudio or Dsheet is an important asset

If these projects sound like something you really want to sink your teeth in, don’t hesitate to apply! We would love to have an open conversation with you and discuss if Tractebel can offer you the challenging work environment you’re looking for.

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Linkebeek, Belgium – Power Transformer Expert BE Power & Infrastructure

Are you excited about embarking on a journey with us towards a carbon-neutral world?

We are seeking a collaborative colleague 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 370 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 and services to the Global Business Units (GBUs) of ENGIE, the power generation sector, grid operators, and end-user industries in Europe. This covers applied research and on-the-field technical expertise. 

What you’ll be doing

Your responsibilities as a Power Transformer Expert.

Within our department specialized in Electrical Equipment (EEQ), you have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact on our customers' operations.

• You engage in all aspects of the entire electricity value chain: Production (Nuclear, Classical, or Renewable), Transmission, Distribution and Industry (end user).
• You enrich your technical and sector knowledge with ongoing follow-up of new transformer technologies and market evolutions.
• You embrace opportunities to collaborate with universities and research centers locally and abroad.
• You remain available and open to travel to intervene on industrial sites in Belgium and abroad (mostly in Europe).

Plus, your expertise will be put to good work in:

• Drafting specifications for transformers and tender evaluations.
• Evaluating comparison offers from suppliers.
• Supplier design review of Power Transformer assets.
• Manufacture/construction follow-up at supplier facilities.
• Follow-up of SAT / FAT.
• Condition assessment of operating transformers.
• Trouble-shooting and Root Cause Analysis.
• Simulations (diagnostic).
• Material Analysis

If you identify with any of the following, we encourage you to apply! Do you?

• Bring technical passion and the ambition to further your expertise and grow your career in this field.
• Have a civil or industrial engineer qualification, or experience equivalent, specialized in Electricity or Electro-Mechanics.
• Have a proven expertise in the domain of Power Transformers.
• Have experience in large Power Transformer design.
• Have the ability to create strategic value for Laborelec and its customers based on your expertise.
• Have the confidence to give theoretical and practical training in your field of expertise.
• Have the mindset to rapidly analyze customer issues or demands and develop appropriate commercial proposals related to needed service deliveries.

• Have a natural customer orientation and ability to build trusting relationships with clients.
• Work and communicate well to assist team work-flow and customer decisions.
• Communicate fluently in English, Dutch and French, or are willing to learn.
• Demonstrate strong technical and market evolution knowledge to back your recommendations.

Here's a taste of what Laborelec offers you

• Flexible Working Environment: A green campus and hybrid workspace (3 days home working/week) offering flexibility for a good work/life balance. 
• Employee Resource Groups: An exciting position in a leading research and expertise center, with the possibility of further career development within ENGIE. 
• An inspiring work environment: Shared with bold colleagues from different backgrounds.
• Learning & Development: Growth is a big reason people choose to join our team. We provide opportunities through “lunch and learn” programs, training, coaching, mentorship programs, and other workshops.
• Benefits: 34 leave days, 5 days free care for sick children, linen ironing service...
• Wellness: You will have access to our fun room and fitness space for your enjoyment and well-being

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.
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Isabelle Croiset – Isabelle.croiset@external.engie.com

Tractebel Engineering is looking for its Operational Support Department « Responsible Designer» in the «Global Business Area Nuclear» a (m/f):

“Responsible Designer Engineer”

THE WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The Operational Support Department “Responsible Designer” is responsible for:

• Maintaining the specialized knowledge of the design and their competence in the design process of Nuclear Power Plants (NPPs);
• Having a good knowledge of the plant designs in order to be able to offer its engineering products or services in the field of designing, building and modernization of NPPs;
• The good working and animation (as process owner) of several nuclear safety processes, such as the Regulatory Watch process, the modification process, the Return of Experience (REX) process;
• Delivering clear and independent advice(s) concerning potential safety issues, plant modifications and design reviews;
• Promoting the Safety Culture and the correct application of rules and regulations.  

To perform her/his role, the Responsible Designer Engineer:

• Will work closely with, but independently from the different technical disciplines of Tractebel;
• Will work in close cooperation with the Design Authority of Engie Electrabel. 

your job

As a Responsible Designer Engineer, you will work in several of the following domains: 

• Act as process owner for the following processes:

• Modification files;
• Regulation Watch;
• REX;

• Give independent advice(s) in several safety processes (Potential Safety Issues, Modifications Group, Design Reviews, REX,…). Organise and coordinate meetings with several experts from other technical disciplines if necessary;
• Participate in Project Review meetings with Engie Electrabel;
• Assist the Safety Officers for design aspects and confirm that nuclear safety requirements and standards are met;
• Advice the Design Authority of Engie Electrabel in case of design issues and/or projects;
• Assist the Design Authority of Engie Electrabel in case of meetings with the Authorities;
• Draft Position Papers about design aspects of Engie Electrabel’s NPPs; 
• Help management by identifying issues and their potential causes, and provide guidance on how these might be addressed, hereby also assessing the effectiveness of line management’s corrective actions;
• Identify gaps with international best practices;
• Take specific actions to assure that his/her knowledge of design is appropriately kept.

YOUR PROFILE

• You have at least a master degree in Engineering. A degree in Nuclear Science constitutes an asset;
• You are motivated by the field of nuclear engineering and eager to develop your knowledge of it;
• You are a generalist, having knowledge of all technical disciplines to the extent enabling you to discuss on safety and design aspects related to these disciplines;
• Experience in nuclear operation and/or maintenance, general nuclear safety approach, general nuclear design knowledge or one of the above mentioned domains constitutes a further asset;   
• You have a good oral and written command of English and Dutch or French, willing to learn or improve your French or Dutch;
• You have a critical and inquiring mind and are well-organized;
• You are dynamic, rigorous and pragmatic;
• You are able to write position papers and synthesis reports as well as clear and argumented safety positions;
• You are a good listener and communicator, able to easily develop personal contacts;
• You have good facilitating skills and are diplomatic;
• You are a team player, but are also able to work autonomously;
• You have the capacity to assume responsibilities and to take initiatives.

LOCATION

Based in Brussels

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