Lead Engineer - New Builds

We ARE Renewables; Vlaanderen; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

We ARE Renewables in Belgium is seeking a Lead Engineer- New Builds to drive the realization of new build vessels and asset development projects for an offshore wind client. The role covers from concept through detailed design to construction support, with responsibility for coordinating the engineering scope and ensuring technical consistency.

You will lead a small team, work with naval architecture, structural, mechanical, electrical and automation disciplines, and liaise with shipyards and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering (Civil or Industrial).
• 10+ years in complex engineering environments.
• Strong integration across technical domains.
• Experience coordinating engineering teams.
• Excellent communication with stakeholders.

Responsabilités

• Lead and coordinate engineering activities for new build vessels and asset development projects.
• Translate project requirements into engineering solutions and ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate naval architecture, structural, mechanical, electrical, and automation domains.
• Steer internal and external partners to align outputs and milestones.
• Guide design to construction transition with shipyards and contractors.
• Own smaller projects, plan resources and timing.
• Coach and supervise a team of engineers.
• Maintain structured engineering planning and interface management.

Description du poste

We ARE looking for a Lead Engineer- New Builds, for one of our clients, an EPCI contractor in the offshore wind industry, to be based in Belgium on a permanent/staff basis.

In this role, you will be responsible for the realization of clients new build vessels and asset development projects. And also responsible for coordinating and steering the engineering scope from concept development through to detailed design and construction support.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the engineering activities for new build vessels and asset development projects, ensuring technical consistency and quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Act as the primary counterpart of the Project Manager, translating project requirements into feasible engineering solutions and ensuring delivery in line with scope, timing, and performance expectations.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities across domains such as naval architecture, structural engineering, mechanical systems, electrical drives, and control & automation systems.
• Manage and steer both internal stakeholders and external partners (e.g. design offices and suppliers), ensuring alignment and timely delivery of engineering outputs.
• Ensure that the developed design reflects the operational and technical requirements and can be successfully translated into execution during construction.
• Identify technical risks and interface challenges early on, and drive mitigation actions to safeguard project objectives.
• Support the transition from design to construction by actively engaging with shipyards and contractors, providing clarification and ensuring proper understanding of the design intent.
• Take ownership of smaller projects, managing the full engineering scope independently, including planning and coordination of resources.
• Guide and coach a team of engineers (typically 2 to 10), ensuring effective collaboration and high-quality deliverables.
• Maintain a structured approach to engineering planning and follow-up, ensuring milestones are met and interfaces between disciplines are properly managed.

Requirements/Your profile:

• Master’s degree in Engineering (Civil or Industrial Engineer), with a strong interest in multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in complex engineering environments; this role is not suited for entry-level candidates.
• Broad technical affinity (polytechnical mindset) and are able to understand, connect, and challenge multiple engineering disciplines.
• Experience in coordinating engineering teams or projects, with a strong focus on integration across technical domains.
• Able to structure complex problems, identify interfaces, and drive solutions in a pragmatic and efficient way.
• Have strong communication skills and are comfortable interacting with both technical experts and project stakeholders.
• Capable of leading a small team of engineers and guiding external partners towards common objectives.
• Willing to travel occasionally to shipyards and partners within Europe and internationally to support project execution.
• You combine analytical thinking with a hands-on approach and a strong sense of ownership.
• EU Passport holder (due to travel requirements outside HQ)

Location:

Belgium (relocation is mandatory)

Contract type:

Permanent/Staff

Start:

ASAP (in consultation with client)