Senior Electrical Engineer
Tractebel
Company Overview
Tractebel Engineering, a wholly owned subsidiary of the ENGIE group
Brussels, Belgium
1862
Approximately 5,000 employees worldwide (source: tractebel-engie.com).
What They Do
Tractebel specializes in engineering integrated solutions for renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure. Their expertise spans a wide range of technologies, including solar energy (ground-mounted, floating, and concentrated), wind energy, battery energy storage systems (BESS), as well as hybrid systems combining solar, wind, and thermal storage. They also provide strategy, pre-investment studies, implementation, and operational services, while developing proprietary digital tools like Wisogis for site optimization and AutoCFD for performance modeling (source: tractebel-engie.com). Tractebel stands out with over 60 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, with multidisciplinary teams capable of managing complex integrations and global and local market intelligence.
Projects and Background
Tractebel has a wide range of notable projects, particularly in hydropower due to its historical expertise from Coyne and Bellier. They also support the development of modular nuclear reactors, such as the LDR-50 from Steady Energy, which aims to provide heat at a levelized cost of less than €40/MWh, with construction planned by 2029 (source: steadyenergy.com). Tractebel is involved in over 100 countries, offering engineering services for renewable energy projects and solar yield optimization, although specific capacities of completed projects are not always detailed in public records.
Recent Developments
In the past two years, Tractebel announced that its climate goals have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), validating its emissions reduction ambitions (source: tractebel-engie.com). In 2024-2025, they secured a major engineering contract with Steady Energy for the development of the LDR-50 SMR, including support for design and safety assessments for potential deployments starting in 2029 (source: steadyenergy.com). Tractebel continues to integrate digital tools into its projects, further reinforcing its commitment to innovation and efficiency.
Working with Them
Tractebel offers a variety of roles in engineering, project management, digital solutions development, and environmental studies. With a community of over 5,000 experts from more than 100 nationalities, the company emphasizes multidisciplinary teams and an ethical, innovative work environment (source: tractebel-engie.com). Offices are located in Brussels and several countries, including France, Brazil, Australia, Canada, Spain, Portugal, India, and South Africa, with a particular focus on recruiting renewable energy experts and nuclear engineers.
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Job Description
Ready to engineer your positive impact? Then join Tractebel, part of the ENGIE Group, and our 5,600 passionate experts around the globe, driven by shaping a more sustainable world every day. It's your chance to be a part of the adventure of the century: accelerating the energy transition - while enhancing people's 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 & high-tech 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. It's your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. It's an environment built on team spirit, where you can reach your highest potential. Management actively supports the development of its 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 tax-friendly Belgian Mobility Budget!
- Flexible, hybrid arrangements enable working from home (2-3 days per week), on-site 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 full-time 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 Electrical Project Engineer at Tractebel, you will be responsible for the electrical engineering related to industrial buildings in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. You ensure timely delivery, adherence to quality standards, and alignment with client expectations.
Your key responsibilities
- You participate in the electrical design of projects by evaluating the most appropriate technical solutions, conducting feasibility studies, and preparing cost estimates.
- You ensure projects are executed within budget, on schedule, and in compliance with quality and H&S standards.
- You report regularly project progress to internal and external stakeholders.
- You respond to the specific needs and expectations of clients, maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
- You stay up to date with standards, guidelines, and emerging techniques in your discipline and share this knowledge with your team.
- You collaborate constructively with colleagues, external partners (e.g., architects, contractors), and clients during all project phases.
We would love to hear from people with
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering.
- At least 5 years of experience in electrical design.
- Proficiency in French and English.
- Strong analytical skills and a client-oriented mindset.
- Knowledge in:
- High voltage systems.
- Low voltage systems (e.g., power supply, cabling, lighting, electrical diagrams, lightning protection).
- Very low voltage systems (e.g., fire detection, CCTV, access control).
- Site security, tunnel, and rail techniques.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD and BIM software (e.g., REVIT, Naviswork, Stabicad) is a plus.
- Experience with calculation software (e.g., Dialux, Ecodial, Caneco) is an asset.
Who you are
- A good team player with a strong client-focused approach.
- Autonomous, efficient, and goal-oriented in achieving personal and project objectives.
- Dynamic, flexible, and an excellent communicator.
- Skilled in organization and project management.
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 net-zero 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! Therefore, 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 96,000-strong ENGIE Group, your career path in pioneering low-carbon solutions around the world knows no limits. Every day is your opportunity to shape a more sustainable world.
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About the role
May 27, 2026
Full time
Company
- Brussels, Belgium
At least 5 years of experience
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