Lead Electrical Engineer (MCF/ Data Centres)

HASKONING; Destelbergen; Hybride; EUR 75 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid working

32 vacation days

Résumé du poste

Haskoning, a global leader in Mission Critical Facilities design and engineering, invites applications for Lead Electrical Engineer in Destelbergen. You will design and lead electrical installations for data centre projects, from concept to detailed design, collaborating with international teams.

You will coordinate with mechanical, civil and structural engineers, review designs, and prepare specifications while supporting tendering and project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Several years of experience as an electrical engineer, preferably in data centres or mission critical environments.
• Experience leading and coordinating electrical design activities within projects.
• Solid understanding of electrical installations and relevant standards/guidelines.
• Good command of English; Dutch/French knowledge is an advantage.

Responsabilités

• Lead electrical design from concept through detailed design, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Coordinate electrical engineering with mechanical, civil and structural disciplines.
• Coordinate between Belgian and international project teams for the MCF hub.
• Review designs and calculations and act as technical contact for electrical topics.
• Prepare technical specifications and support tender documentation and analyses.
• Support execution phase and align with stakeholders to translate design into realization.
• Identify opportunities for optimisation and digitalisation in the design process.

Connaissances

Electrical design leadership

Project coordination

Multidisciplinary collaboration

English proficiency

Formation

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Description du poste

Haskoning is a global leader in the design and engineering of Mission Critical Facilities, with a strong focus on the data centre sector. Our specialised MCF Data Centre team works closely with leading data centre companies across Europe, Africa, Asia and the United Kingdom to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions. Due to the continued expansion of our activities in Belgium, we are looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer. You will join the existing Plant Engineering team based in our Destelbergen office and work together with colleagues in Belgium and across our international MCF organisation on challenging data centre projects for both national and international clients. Within this team, we are actively building an MCF hub in Belgium, where you will contribute to design and engineering projects delivered in collaboration with our international teams. In this role, you will also play a key connecting role between design and execution and be involved in the technical alignment and guidance of projects towards successful delivery for our clients.

What will you do

In the role of Lead Electrical Engineer, you are responsible for designing and technically leading complex electrical installations within Mission Critical Facilities and data centre projects. You work on advanced power infrastructures, ranging from low-voltage distribution systems to high-voltage installations, including redundancy concepts and UPS solutions.

You will work on complex projects for national and international clients and play a key role within the multidisciplinary project team, collaborating closely with international colleagues across our MCF organisation and contributing to projects delivered from multiple locations.

Your responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing the electrical design from concept phase through to detailed design, ensuring technical quality, buildability and compliance with standards, guidelines and client requirements;
• Coordinating and aligning electrical engineering with other disciplines such as mechanical, civil and structural engineering;
• Coordinating electrical engineering activities between the Belgian team and international project teams, contributing to the further development of the MCF hub;
• Reviewing and assessing designs and calculations of fellow engineers and acting as the technical point of contact for electrical topics towards project teams, clients and external parties;
• Preparing technical specifications and supporting tender documentation and technical analyses;
• Supporting the execution phase and aligning with stakeholders, playing a key role in translating design into realisation;
• Identifying optimisation opportunities, innovative solutions and supporting the application of digitalisation within the design process.

Where you will work

AtHaskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects,leveragingour 140+ years ofexpertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility.

As a Lead Electrical Engineer, you will become part of the Mission Critical Facilities team that we are actively building as an MCF hub in Belgium. From this hub, you will work closely with our international MCF teams and make an active contribution to both design and execution projects. You will have a high degree of freedom to apply your expertise in challenging projects, while also playing a connecting role between the Belgian team, international colleagues and our clients. Within dedicated multidisciplinary teams, we deliver excellent results, processes and collaborations.

What you bring

You are an experienced electrical engineer with a strong technical foundation and the ability to oversee and lead electrical design activities within complex projects. You work in a structured way and communicate clearly within a multidisciplinary and international environment.

You also recognise yourself in the following:

• You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a comparable technical discipline;
• You have several years of experience as an electrical engineer, preferably within data centres, mission critical environments or other technically complex buildings;
• You have experience in technically leading and coordinating electrical design activities within projects;
• You have a solid understanding of electrical installations, as well as relevant standards and guidelines within the construction and building services sector;
• You have a good command of English; knowledge of Dutch and/or French is considered an advantage.

What you can expect from us

At Haskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

What we offer:

• A competitive package: A competitive salary aligned with the seniority of the role, complemented by a comprehensive package of fringe benefits.
• A professional environment: The opportunity to work in a professional environment on both national and international projects.
• Development opportunities: Extensive training and development opportunities. We do not work with rigid job descriptions or fixed career paths, but offer flexible roles and plenty of freedom to shape your own development.
• Impactful work: A position within a stable team in a dynamic environment, where you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact within technically complex and high-profile projects.
• Hybrid working: The possibility to work in a hybrid setting.
• Work-life balance: A healthy balance between work and private life in an open and collaborative atmosphere.
• Time off: 32 vacation days based on a full-time contract.

AtHaskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraceseach individual'sunique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversitymakes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives onour dedicated webpage.