Mechanical Engineer - Contract Owner

Tractebel is a global community of 5000 imaginative experts engineering a carbon-neutral future. Through our game-changing solutions for complex energy, urban, nuclear and water projects, we help our clients create a positive impact towards a sustainable world, where people, planet and profit collectively thrive. 

Work environment 

The Mechanical Equipment Department is in charge of the following tasks:
• Expertise in mechanical components;
• Procurement of Mechanical Equipment;
• Design of Mechanical Equipment;
• Contractor and Site Quality Surveillance;
• Equipment qualification studies.

 Mission 

As member of the group ‘Equipment Design & Supply’, you will be in charge of the following activities in close relation with the project managers, customers and suppliers:
• Purchase of mechanical equipment (valves, valve actuators, pumps, compressors, handling equipment,…) and their spare parts:

 Technical expertise and definition of the needs;

Preparation of the documents for call for tenders – technical requisition file, requirements in relation to quality assurance, commercial documents...;

Technical review and analysis of the supplier’s bids;

Support in the commercial negotiations with the suppliers;

Follow-up of the contract from the kick-off meeting until the final acceptance on site.

• Sizing studies for valve actuators;
• Assistance to customers in mechanical expertise, in particularly for valves, pumps and valve actuators;
• Qualification of equipment by study or by test campaigns;
• Detailed design of mechanical equipment;
• Manufacturing follow-up of equipment in close cooperation with the quality surveillance section and with the customer;
• Assisting the project manager and the customer in meetings and technical discussions with the safety authorities.

Profile 

• Mechanical / Electromechanical engineer with experience in the engineering sector;
• Professional knowledge in speaking English, French and Dutch;
• Fluent in reading and writing in English (required) and Dutch or French (at least one of both);
• Interest in design, manufacturing and site operation activities;
• Ability to draft reports, synthesis, calculation notes and technical specifications;
• Knowledge in materials, manufacturing, maintenance and quality assurance is an asset;
• Ready to work abroad (Europe) and at the customer’s premises for short or long missions.
• Knowledge of 3D CAD programs is an asset;
• Methodical, accurate, solution minded, communicative, team-player skills;
• Computer skills: excel, access, …

Tractebel welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, and actively promotes Diversity in the workforce.

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