Engenheiro projetos de Energia e Descarbonização

ALTEN; Porto; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking an Energy & Decarbonization Project Engineer to lead energy transition initiatives within manufacturing environments. You will drive energy efficiency, renewable energy, and industrial decarbonization projects across facilities, coordinating detailed evaluations and stakeholder communications.

The role emphasizes technical and financial feasibility, CAPEX control, and delivering measurable CO2 reductions while coordinating suppliers and project teams in a multinational setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Energy Engineering or related field.
• Experience in energy, industrial utilities, sustainability, or decarbonization projects.
• Knowledge of industrial energy systems and energy performance optimization.
• Experience with Solar PV, Industrial Heat Pumps, Heat Recovery, or similar technologies is valued.
• Strong analytical skills for technical and economic evaluation of investments.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience with Microsoft Planner Pro or equivalent project management tools.
• Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent Portuguese and English.

Responsibilities

• Manage energy efficiency and industrial decarbonization projects.
• Support the implementation of renewable energy initiatives, particularly Solar PV installations.
• Develop and coordinate industrial heat pump projects.
• Identify and implement waste heat recovery opportunities.
• Optimize utility systems including steam, compressed air, chilled water, and thermal systems.
• Perform energy consumption analysis and energy balance assessments.
• Conduct technical and financial feasibility studies for investment projects.
• Coordinate suppliers, contractors, and commissioning activities.
• Manage project schedules, risks, milestones, and corrective actions.
• Control project CAPEX and monitor budget performance.
• Validate project results through energy savings, cost reduction, and CO₂ emissions reduction metrics.
• Prepare regular updates and reports for project leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Energy engineering

Project coordination

Analytical skills

Fluent English

Portuguese language

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical/Electrical/Energy Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Energy & Decarbonization Project Engineer | Lead Sustainable Industry Projects with ALTEN

At ALTEN, we believe innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. If you have experience in Energy Engineering, Industrial Utilities, or Energy Efficiency Projects and are looking for an opportunity to contribute to decarbonization initiatives in a large industrial environment, we would love to meet you. We are currently looking for an Energy & Decarbonization Project Engineer to support major energy transition projects within the manufacturing sector.

About the Project:

Join a strategic engineering team focused on the implementation of energy efficiency, renewable energy, and industrial decarbonization initiatives. You will contribute to projects that reduce energy consumption, operational costs, and CO₂ emissions across multiple industrial facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage energy efficiency and industrial decarbonization projects.
• Support the implementation of renewable energy initiatives, particularly Solar PV installations.
• Develop and coordinate industrial heat pump projects.
• Identify and implement waste heat recovery opportunities.
• Optimize utility systems including steam, compressed air, chilled water, and thermal systems.
• Perform energy consumption analysis and energy balance assessments.
• Conduct technical and financial feasibility studies for investment projects.
• Coordinate suppliers, contractors, and commissioning activities.
• Manage project schedules, risks, milestones, and corrective actions.
• Control project CAPEX and monitor budget performance.
• Validate project results through energy savings, cost reduction, and CO₂ emissions reduction metrics.
• Prepare regular updates and reports for project leadership and stakeholders.

Technical Areas:

• Energy Efficiency
• Decarbonization
• Renewable Energy
• Heat Recovery
• Carbon Reduction
• CAPEX Management
• AutoCAD
• 3D Modelling (Nice to Have)

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in energy, industrial utilities, sustainability, or decarbonization projects.
• Knowledge of industrial energy systems and energy performance optimization.
• Experience with Solar PV, Industrial Heat Pumps, Heat Recovery, or similar technologies will be highly valued.
• Strong analytical skills for technical and economic evaluation of investments.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience with Microsoft Planner Pro or equivalent project management tools.
• Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent Portuguese and English.

What can we offer you?

Joining a competitive, multinational company that is constantly growing.

Integration into a highly qualified engineering team working on sustainability and industrial transformation projects.

Specialized training and ongoing professional development.

The opportunity to contribute directly to energy transition and environmental impact reduction initiatives.

Who are we?

We are a team. We are part of ALTEN, a European multinational specializing in providing consulting, information technology, and engineering services to leading companies.

If you like numbers, we can tell you that in Portugal we have a turnover of €10.9 million, 2 offices, and a team of 215 professionals.

Moreover, at ALTEN, we take pride in offering equal opportunities regardless of gender, age, abilities, or country of origin. Our commitment is to talent and the people who possess it.