Job Description

Excited to work 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 your talented colleagues, 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.
Package Manager AC-Substations
Requisition ID:  10594
Posting Start Date:  08/01/2026

Function

Help build the future of the Belgian and European energy transition.
Elia is expanding its offshore high-voltage grid through the ambitious Princess Elisabeth Island project, which will connect the new wind farms in the Princess Elisabeth Windfarm Zone to the mainland. In addition, together with the UK grid operator, Elia is exploring the development of a new interconnector between Belgium and the United Kingdom — the Nautilus Interconnector.

You will contribute to one of Europe’s most groundbreaking energy infrastructure projects. You will be given autonomy, responsibility, and the opportunity to manage a technically integrated project of exceptional scale.

 

Your role within the AC Substations package

The AC Substations package forms the backbone for connecting 2.1 GW of offshore wind energy to the Belgian grid. The scope includes:

  • Design, procurement, fabrication, outfitting, and commissioning of 2 steel structure modules equipped with 66 kV and 220 kV GIS, Control & Protection (C&P), auxiliary systems, SCADA, and more.
  • The EPCi scope also includes a third Facility module and a smaller Garage module.
  • Design, procurement, production, and testing of HV & LV Free Issued Materials, including 66/220 kV GIS, 66/220 kV transformers, 220 kV shunt reactors, auxiliary transformers and C&P equipment.
  • Transport and installation of the modules, transformers, and shunt reactors to Princess Elisabeth Island.
  • Offshore Electrical Works: connection and final commissioning of all electrical equipment and the 6 × 220 kV AC export cables.

You will join a motivated project team of approximately 12 direct colleagues.

 

What you will do as Package Manager AC Substations

Within the Princess Elisabeth Island project team, you hold a key position. You will:

  • Act as a visible Safety Leader, continuously driving safety improvements.
  • Take responsibility for the timely and high-quality delivery of your work packages.
  • Proactively identify opportunities that add value to the project.
  • Report clearly and regularly on progress and risks.
  • Independently manage specific work packages in collaboration with contractors, suppliers, and internal experts.

 

In this role:

  • You report directly to the Program Manager.
  • You build and coach a multidisciplinary team of engineers and experts.
  • You define and manage the full scope: design notes, philosophies, specifications, change management, and quality control.
  • You prepare realistic schedules and budget estimates and follow them closely.
  • You lead the technical aspects of tenders and support Procurement throughout the tender process.
  • You ensure safe and high‑quality execution of all relevant contracts within time and budget.

Your Profile

 

You bring strong technical expertise, leadership, and project experience:

  • Master’s degree in engineering + at least 8 years of experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in offshore infrastructure or large infrastructure projects.
  • A true team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organisational skills, ability to prioritise, and resilience under pressure.
  • Proactive, eager to learn, solution‑oriented, and entrepreneurial.
  • Proficient in MS Office.
  • Languages: fluent English (spoken & written). Dutch and/or French are a plus.

Offer

 

  • Salary: a competitive salary package, allowance for representation expenses, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€8 per working day), eco-vouchers, year-end vouchers as well as bonuses based on individual and group results.  
  • Insurance: group insurance, hospitalisation insurance and ambulant care insurance for the whole family.  
  • Vacation: you will be entitled to 20 vacation days, 12 additional vacation days and 3 exempt days (after 1 year of employment) and up to 5 long-service days (1 day for every 3 years in employment). 
  • Communication: you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop with internet reimbursement.  
  • Mobility: we will offer you a company car and public transport or a mobility budget.  
  • Interest subsidies: after you have been with Elia for 5 years, Elia Engineering will be able to offer you a subsidy to reduce the interest charges on your mortgage loan. This will only be possible if the mortgage loan was taken out when you were already an Elia employee.  
  • Elia shares: Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price. 

Location

 

The project office is at Quai Léon Monnoyer 3, 1000 Brussels.

There’s something electric in the air with this job offer!

In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits:

  • A job full of variety with a top employer: 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 further develop your knowledge and skills.
  • Focus on personal growth and well-being at work: Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost.  At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.
  • Development opportunities for a challenging career: At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.
  • A diverse team of passionate colleagues: 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.

These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!
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