Elia is looking for a Site Engineer AC Substation

Mission description:

Excited to work on a project for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this?

As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side-by-side with other Contingent Workers and ELIA staff, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.

Service description:

To contribute to Europe and Belgium’s ambitions for the Energy Transition, Elia has foreseen to extend its offshore high voltage grid, by constructing the Princess Elisabeth Island. The island shall be a hub to connect the new Belgian windfarms situated within the “Princess Elisabeth Windfarm zone”.

The concept that Elia is currently considering is to build and construct:

• • An artificial energy island (with offshore transmission infrastructure)
  • Multiple AC substations at 66kV & 220 kV (The windfarms are to be connect at the 66kV level = scope windfarm owners)
  • 6x 220kV AC export cable systems of ~50 km each

In introduction to the project can be found online:

https://youtu.be/nmcpIp_EnEQ

General Info of the assignment:

Elia has awarded an EPC contract to the consortium HSI (Smulders-HSM, Smulders & IV offshore) for the construction of 2 AC substations modules (1050MW) and 1 Facility module (warehouse, accommodation and general infrastructure).

Currently the construction of those substations is ongoing in Vlissingen (Smulders) and Schiedam (Smulders-HSM). In summer 2026 the outfitting works will start on those yards.

The Site Engineer

Service expectations:

• Reports to the Construction manager
• Is dedicated to a specific site being either Vlissingen (Smulders) or Schiedam (HSM)
• Works in a multidisciplinary teams together with, amongst others: welding inspectors, paint inspectors, safety inspectors, outfitting engineers, design engineers,…
• Has technical ownership for issues during outfitting on site, escalating major issues to the Construction Manager
• Supports the Construction manager in management of the site team, as well as interactions with the EPC contractor
• Coordinates & participates in inspections on site
• Participates in review of documents submitted by the contractor
• Coordinates Elia vendors coming on site (together with the responsible project leaders and construction manager).
• Maintain internal systems & processes to manage incoming inspection reports of inspectors, to allow focussed and clear communication towards the EPC contractor and the site team.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports (together with the construction manager)
• Act as the knowledge center/expert for all inspectors on site (incl. full knowledge of all for contractor’s documents and ER’s/Employers document)
• In charge of alignment with the Engineering team, acting as SPOC for engineering queries
• Act as a lead for quality topics on the yard (follow up of non-conformities, quality processes, …)
• Support the team with diverse tasks: for example: cost benefit analysis of variants, …

Requirements:

• You have at least 3 years of relevant working experience
  • Experience in the offshore sector is preferable.
  • Experience with topside outfitting is preferable.
  • Experience with multiple disciplines onsite is a must.
  • Experience with Quality Control/Assurance on a construction site is a plus.
• Education: Engineering (Electrical and/or mechanical)
• Possess a VCA VOL/SCC for supervisor’s certificate.
• Shall comply with Elia’s PPE and training matrix.
• Excellent MS Office skills (able to write well structured reports and manage incoming reports efficiently). Knowledge of Aconex is a plus
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Working in team and structured
• Safety & quality mindset
• A quick learner
• Own PPEs (i.e. safety shoes, safety helmet, hi-vis clothing, safety glasses, ear protection, work attire (long sleeves and pants) and gloves)
• Fluent in English, Dutch is a plus

• Location: Schiedam or Vlissingen
• Onsite presence: 5 days a week / 8hrs a day as a minimum in Schiedam or Vlissingen (Netherlands)
• Important: for non-EU candidates, please present candidates who comply with the following criteria:
• Possess a work permit allowing the individual to work in Belgium.
• Hold a valid residence permit confirming the right of residence in Belgium.

There’s something electric in the air with this this mission!

What makes this mission attractive?

• An interesting project at the reference within the energy sector: Elia encourages innovation and collaboration. Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to demonstrate your skills and develop further your competences within this project.
• Focus on well-being at work: we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.
• A diverse team of co-workers: Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!

Contact for further questions:

Contracting@elia.be