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Power Transformer Expert

Linkebeek, Brussels, Belgium – Power Transformer Expert BE Power & Infrastructure

Are you excited about embarking on a journey with us towards a carbon-neutral world?

We are seeking a collaborative colleague who is passionate about making a positive impact on ENGIE Laborelec's success and overall performance. If you have a deep interest in the energy transition, power generation and technology, we urge you to explore this opportunity.

Bring your expertise, grow with us and build your career in a safe and diverse environment.

Who are we?

ENGIE Laborelec is a research and expertise center focused on electrical power technology, with a team of over 370 employees from different backgrounds. We are part of the ENGIE Group, and more particularly the entity ENGIE Research & Innovation. We support the entire electricity value chain, providing customized solutions to a diverse range of customers from various fields and industries. We are dedicated to achieving a net zero carbon future and finding sustainable solutions.

About the team

Our Power & Infrastructure Business Line provides high added value activities and services to the Global Business Units (GBUs) of ENGIE, the power generation sector, grid operators, and end-user industries in Europe.This covers applied research and on-the-field technical expertise.

What you’ll be doing

Your responsibilities as a Power Transformer Expert. (F/M/X)

Within our department specialized in Electrical Equipment (EEQ), you have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact on our customers' operations.

  • You engage in all aspects of the entire electricity value chain: Production (Nuclear, Classical, or Renewable), Transmission, Distribution and Industry (end user).
  • You enrich your technical and sector knowledge with ongoing follow-up of new transformer technologies and market evolutions.
  • You embrace opportunities to collaborate with universities and research centers locally and abroad.
  • You remain available and open to travel to intervene on industrial sites in Belgium and abroad (mostly in Europe).

Plus, your expertise will be put to good work in:

  • Drafting specifications for transformers and tender evaluations.
  • Evaluating comparison offers from suppliers.
  • Supplier design review of Power Transformer assets.
  • Manufacture/construction follow-up at supplier facilities.
  • Follow-up of SAT / FAT.
  • Condition assessment of operating transformers.
  • Trouble-shooting and Root Cause Analysis.
  • Simulations (diagnostic).
  • Material Analysis

If you identify with any of the following, we encourage you to apply! Do you?

  • Hold a civil or industrial engineering qualification, or equivalent experience, specializing in Electricity or Electro-Mechanics.
  • Possess proven expertise in Power Transformers and experience in large Power Transformer design.
  • Demonstrate strong technical and market knowledge to support your recommendations.
  • Quickly analyze customer issues, develop tailored commercial proposals, and build trusting client relationships with a customer-oriented mindset.
  • Communicate fluently in English, and are you proficient in Dutch and French, or willing to learn.

Here's a taste of what Laborelec offers you

  • Flexible Working Environment: A green campus and hybrid workspace (3 days home working/week) offering flexibility for a good work/life balance.
  • Employee Resource Groups: An exciting position in a leading research and expertise center, with the possibility of further career development within ENGIE.
  • An inspiring work environment: Shared with bold colleagues from different backgrounds.
  • Learning & Development: Growth is a big reason people choose to join our team. We provide opportunities through “lunch and learn” programs, training, coaching, mentorship programs, and other workshops.
  • Benefits: 34 leave days, 5 days free care for sick children, linen ironing service...
  • Wellness: You will have access to our fun room and fitness space for your enjoyment and well-being

Where we work

Our headquarters is based in Belgium (Linkebeek, near to Brussels), and we have several branches in Europe (France, Germany & the Netherlands), LATAM (Chile) and MESCAT (KSA & UAE).

Our values : The 4B’s

  • Be You, at Laborelec, we encourage you to be yourself and allow your skills and knowledge to shine through.
  • Be Safe, keeping our employees safe is our top priority.
  • Become, as a Laborelec employee, you can build your career.
  • Belong, join our dynamic community at Laborelec and become an integral part of our team. ​​​​

Our commitment

At ENGIE Laborelec, we are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, including people of all races, genders, ages, religions, disabilities, and sexual orientations.

We'd love to hear from you if this opportunity sparks your interest.

Your HR contact:

Isabelle Croiset – [email protected]

We believe any recruitment decision should be a sustainable one , taken by both parties and in full transparency. Don’t hesitate to reach out in case you have specific questions you want to get answered before applying.