Project Manager & Power System Expert - Large Projects Manager

TRACTEBEL; Brussel; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Hospitalization insurance

Mobility budget

Company stock options

Hybrid work arrangement

Bonuses

Job summary

Tractebel, part of the ENGIE Group, is seeking a Project Manager and Power System Expert to expand our power system activities across Europe, Middle East & Africa. You will lead large, multidisciplinary studies for Middle Eastern clients and coordinate across international teams.

The role offers a world-class team, opportunities to grow within ENGIE, a competitive salary package with various benefits, flexible hybrid work, and potential mobility within Belgium and abroad.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems.
• At least 4 years of experience in power system studies or work with a transmission system operator or consultancy.
• Fluent English; other languages are a plus.
• Knowledge of phasor-type simulations and modelling of power system assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead large power system projects for key clients in the EMEA region, collaborating with teams in Europe and the Middle East.
• Provide expert input from project conception to delivery and coaching.
• Contribute to commercial activities of power system transmission services.
• Prepare and validate models; perform network modelling and steady state/dynamic analyses.
• Cover HVDC technology, system protections, EMT modelling, and generator/demand studies.
• Manage stakeholders and document findings in technical reports.

Skills

Project management

Power system analysis

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Autonomous work

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

ETAP

PSCAD

ATP/EMTP-RV

Job description

As a Project Manager and Power System Expert, you will contribute to the expansion and development of our power system activities in Europe, Middle East & Africa. A wide range of services is offered to our clients, ranging from operation and planning power system studies, to the review and development of grid codes and standards. This role has a strong focus on leading large, multidisciplinary power-system study projects for Middle Eastern clients and coordinating technical contributions across international teams. This team has a world class expertise in Power Systems and is the center of excellence of the ENGIE Group for all related topics.

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.
• We actively support 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, hospitalization 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 days per week), on-site or on the go or even part time. Tractebel participates in your home office expenses, through advantageous purchase programs and generous contributions to your internet and mobile plans.
• Holidays: 32 days with opportunity to buy 5 extra days.
• To celebrate our successes, and just have fun, we get together for team sports, afterworks, team -building activities, our annual party, and more.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Manage large power system projects for Key Clients in the EMEA region with a focus on Middle East clients, in close collaboration with our teams in Europe and Middle East
• Take an expert role on the different activities, from project conception & delivery to junior coaching
• Contribute to commercial activities of our power system transmission services
• Model preparation & validation,
• Network modelling,
• Steady state (load flow, short circuit calculations etc),
• Dynamic analysis,
• Generator/demand connection studies
• HVDC technology including control and operational aspects
• System protections & special protection schemes
• EMT modelling and analysis
• Managing stakeholders
• structuring client needs and preparing technical reports outlining the findings from the studies.

We would love to hear from people with

• You have a master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power System engineering
• You have at least 4 years of experience in power system studies or you have worked at a transmission system operator or power system consultancy previously
• You speak English fluently. Knowledge of the other language(s) (e.g. Arabic, French, Dutch, German) 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 a plus
• You can structure a project with clear tasks for the project team to address the client problem statement
• Experience with stakeholder management
• Experience in presenting and defending results to clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• You have experience with specific power system tools (e.g. PSS/E, DIgSILENT Power factory, ETAP, PSCAD, ATP, EMTP-RV…) and are able to learn efficiently new software tools
• You have experience with scripting in power system tools
• Capable of working autonomously as well as part of a wider team
• You can structure a project with clear tasks for the project team to address the client problem statement.
• 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.

Our Recruitment Process

Pre-screener conversation / HR in-depth interview on-site / in teams with the Talent Acquisition Partner

Final business interview on-site with your future manager

Research shows that men apply when they meet 60% of the requirements while women only apply when they are convinced they meet 100%. Don’t let that hold you back – we’d love to hear from you!

Who We Are

Ready to engineer your positive impact? Then join Tractebel, part of the ENGIE Group, and our 5,000 passionate experts around the globe, driven by shaping a more sustainable world every day. 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.

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, 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!

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in accelerating the energy transition. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are. Join us and be part of the adventure of the century!

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