Senior Lead Engineer Structural Engineering
Ready to engineer your positive impact Then join Tractebel part of the ENGIE Group and our 5600 passionate experts around the globe driven by shaping a more sustainable world every day. Its your chance to be a part of the adventure of the century: accelerating the energy transition while enhancing peoples lives through meaningful projects. Make your contribution to carbon neutrality in markets like nuclear renewables power & gas electrical grids hydropower & dams water resources & supply desalination complex & hightech buildings transport infrastructures and ports & waterways.
Are you ready to make a difference Then we look forward to meeting you!
What we offer
- Tractebel is more than a place to work. Its your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. Its an environment built on team spirit where you can reach your highest potential.
- We actively supports the development of our people and the opportunities for growth within the ENGIE Group are wide open.
- We offer a competitive salary package including representation allowances double paid holidays meal vouchers eco cheques bonuses health insurance PC purchase plan ENGIE stock options and more.
- Our mobility plans are customizable to your needs including a company car train pass bike lease or combinations thereof. You can also swap your company car for the flexible and taxfriendly Belgian Mobility Budget!
- Flexible hybrid arrangements enable working from home 23 days per week) onsite or on the go. Tractebel participates in your home office expenses through advantageous purchase programs and generous contributions to your internet and mobile plans.
- Holidays: 20 legal days 12 compensatory leave days (for a fulltime work schedule). You can also buy 5 extra days for even more relaxation.
- To celebrate our successes and just have fun we get together for team sports afterworks team building activities our annual party and more.
Your mission
As a Senior Lead Engineer in Structural Engineering you will join Tractebels Structural Engineering team a key player in delivering complex infrastructure projects in Belgium and internationally. Our team comprises approximately 120 experts lead engineers design engineers BIM modelers and CAD draftsmen working from four locations in Belgium (Ghent Hasselt Brussels and Namur) and in Romania.
The choice of which Belgian office you want to work from is entirely up to you.
Your key responsibilities
- Leading and managing structural engineering projects from concept to ensuring compliance with quality budget and timeline requirements.
- Acting as an expert in structural engineering providing technical design reviews and guidance for other projects within the department.
- Driving the use of BIM and parametric design to enhance project efficiency and innovation.
- Coordinating and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including design engineers geotechnical engineers and draftsmen to deliver integrated solutions.
- Preparing and presenting project proposals offers and contracts in collaboration with the commercial team.
- Ensuring adherence to Tractebels quality system and health & safety regulations throughout project .
- Reporting project progress regularly to the management team.
- Mentoring and supporting junior engineers fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients understanding their needs and ensuring their satisfaction.
- Collaborating constructively with external stakeholders such as architects subcontractors and contractors during the construction phase.
- Striving for sustainable and efficient engineering solutions in all aspects of your work.
- Staying updated with the latest industry standards and innovations and sharing knowledge with team members.
We would love to hear from people with
- A Masters degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
- At least 20 years of experience in structural engineering projects particularly involving complex infrastructures such as bridges tunnels railways and airports.
- Proven expertise in leading and managing engineering projects with experience across all project phases including sales contracts design studies tendering and .
- Strong knowledge and practical experience with BIM and parametric design.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with a collaborative and teamoriented mindset.
- A customerfocused approach with strong problemsolving capabilities.
- The ability to maintain focus and composure under pressure combined with a healthy dose of assertiveness and diplomacy.
- Fluency in Dutch with a good command of English or French being a plus.
Who you are
You are an inspiring leader who thrives on collaboration and innovation. You combine resilience and organizational skills with a positive openminded approach to guide your team and deliver exceptional results. You value teamwork encourage constructive dialogue and create an environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute and grow.
Who we are
Our top priorities are people ethics safety and sustainability. With Tractebel you are uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on global netzero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset: you. Our people come first and our strength is in our diversity. Because diversity leads to fresh perspectives that drive performance and innovation we welcome all applicants and remain committed to an inclusive workplace.
Find out more about Tractebel our activities and why you should join us here!
As part of the 96000strong ENGIE Group your career path in pioneering lowcarbon solutions around the world knows no limits. Every day is your opportunity to shape a more sustainable world.
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