Project Engineer in Nederland, Nederland

Project Engineer

Schiphol, NL

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! 

Your Mission

As a Project Engineer will be responsible for managing the technical execution, planning, and coordination of engineering projects from conception to completion, typically within power generation or related energy infrastructure facilities. This role involves ensuring designs are safe and compliant with industry standards, managing budgets and schedules, and providing technical support to a variety of projects in the Netherlands. In your role you will supported by the Engineering Manager.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical engineering support and consultancy services to clients throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Review and coordinate technical deliverables, including design reports, calculations, specifications, drawings, and analysis reports, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements.
• Prepare and contribute to the development of engineering deliverables such as technical specifications, design documentation, testing procedures, commissioning plans, and technical reports.
• Liaise with internal technical disciplines and Competence Centres to obtain project data, resolve engineering challenges, and ensure effective technical integration across the project.
• Lead and participate in technical and project meetings with clients, partners, suppliers, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Maintain and enhance professional knowledge through participation in company-specific and industry training programmes.
• Manage engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, including scope definition, planning, budgeting, scheduling, and progress monitoring.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate risks, resolve technical issues, and ensure successful project execution and delivery.
• Support project managers in achieving project objectives related to quality, cost, schedule, and safety performance.
• Ensure engineering solutions are delivered in accordance with applicable standards, regulations, and client requirements.

We would love to hear from people with

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering from an accredited university or equivalent institution.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in the nuclear industry or other highly regulated sectors such as oil & gas, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, aerospace, or energy.
• Broad understanding of engineering principles, technical processes, and project delivery methodologies.
• Experience working within regulated environments, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and industry standards.
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while delivering high-quality results within tight project constraints.
• Fluent in English and Dutch, or willing to learn Dutch within a short timeframe. Additional European languages are considered an asset.
• Willingness to travel internationally for short-term project assignments.

Who you are

• Strong customer focus, with the ability to understand client needs and proactively develop solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Effective stakeholder management and relationship-building skills across multidisciplinary teams, clients, partners, and suppliers.
• Strong prioritisation and time-management skills, maintaining effectiveness in fast-paced and changing environments.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Innovative mindset with the confidence to challenge assumptions and propose new ideas and solutions.
• High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to company procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Resilient and adaptable, remaining effective when faced with challenging situations and competing priorities.
• Positive attitude, strong decision-making capability, and a questioning mindset.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and staying up to date with emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Who we are

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. We are one global community, representing our rich tapestry of nationalities, backgrounds, sexual orientations and ages. In line with ENGIE’s target to reach 40% women in management positions by 2030, our Journey to Gender Parity & Inclusion includes the same goal. Because diversity leads to fresh perspectives that drive performance and innovation!

Our top priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. We have a robust company carbon-reduction plan in place, and our social responsibility roadmap includes concrete actions to develop partnerships with local communities, annual solidarity projects, and implementing zero-tolerance human rights and environmental standards across every link in our value chain. It’s our responsibility to people and the planet. 

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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