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AECOM Electrical Engineer in Leuven, Belgium
Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM Belgium is currently looking for an Electrical Engineer/Technician to join our Design Team. In this role you will function as Electrical Design Engineer and become a member of the Multi-disciplinary Project Delivery Team reporting to the Head of Engineering. We are looking to enhance and grow this team with individuals who have a sound technical background, who share our enthusiasm and determination, to support our expanding workload.
The team provides design, assessment, inspection, construction support and management services on a wide range of projects.
Within this role you coordinate amongst others the design and permitting trajectory, following all end-to-end stages and act as the bridge between Design Services and Construction Services on project level.
As Electrical Engineer, you design and calculate new technical installations or ensure that the design done by external parties or teams from the abroad design hubs is in accordance with local codes and practices. Within the preconditions of the Client, you translate specific requirements and wishes into a functional design of a future-proof installation. In this position, you will blend innovative problem-solving with the fast-paced environment of managing multiple concurrent projects. You work closely with modelers and have many internal and external contacts with clients, construction partners, consultants and suppliers.
The main duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Performing and leading the design work of projects according to the agreed safety, quality, scope and time.
Being responsible for the design activities associated with the Electric Charger Deployment Program (EV).
Carrying assignments to completion with considerable independence in accordance with project objectives, professional standards, policies and procedures.
Overseeing the preparation of very high-quality construction documents on both ground up and renovation projects.
Working with senior staff to produce technical solutions throughout design process.
Providing and supervising technological and technical input within the Multi-disciplinary team.
Leading the project in preparing robust and exemplar project information in close collaboration with our Global Design Service teams in Bucharest/Spain/South Africa.
Formulating the functional and technical project specifications for construction.
Showing thorough knowledge of construction costs.
Carrying out risk assessments and provision of design information for Health and Safety file.
Attending site during construction phase if necessary, to ensure construction is in accordance with specifications/drawings.
Carrying out safety assessments of the design.
Maintaining communication with the Project Manager during the duration of the project.
Execute Technical Due Diligence (TDD) on selected projects.
Performing design and specification reviews on designs executed by AECOM design centres.
Qualifications
Bachelor's/Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering/Technician or equivalent qualifications
10+ years of experience in a team-based practice with all phases of project development on from concept design through construction documents and construction administration
Knowledge of national/international standards and regulations (IEC, NEN) international and industry best practice standards employed in the design of large-scale projects
Capable of assuming the technical leadership role, working with multiple project teams
Sound knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit
Good understanding of BIM and other digital design tools
Able to write specifications
Ability to contribute to construction cost
Familiar with researching, preparing and presenting technical presentations and reports
Ability to work in a fast-paced Multi-site environment
Strong verbal and graphic communication skills
Client interface experience
Experience managing small to midsize teams
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills in French or Dutch and English, both verbal and written
Additional Information
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10116060
Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Netherlands B.V.