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Senior Lead Engineer (M/V/X) – Solar & Battery Energy Storage (BESS)
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- Voltijds
- Dagwerk
- Contract van onbepaalde duur
Talenkennis
- Nederlands (Zeer goed)
- Engels (Zeer goed)
Vereiste studies
- Professionele bachelor: Elektromechanica en energie
- Master: Elektromechanica
Werkervaring
- Minstens 5 jaar ervaring
Functieomschrijving
Do you want to actively shape the energy transition in Flanders and beyond (UK)?
As a Senior Lead Engineer Solar & BESS, you will work on large-scale solar installations and battery energy storage systems that truly make an impact. Based in the Bruges region, you will take on a key role in projects across Flanders and the United Kingdom. You combine strong technical expertise with a helicopter view of the entire project lifecycle – from concept design to final delivery.
Your responsibilities
- Design and engineer large-scale solar and battery storage (BESS) projects from concept to realization
- Select appropriate technologies and components, including detailed cable sizing and power calculations
- Develop technical plans, schematics, timelines, and budgets in close collaboration with project management
- Conduct feasibility studies and site visits to assess performance and execution viability
- Act as the central technical point of contact for OEMs, consultants, contractors, and grid operators
- Ensure all designs comply with relevant legislation, safety standards, and grid requirements (e.g. G99)
- Create and review SLDs, CAD layouts, and technical documentation
- Monitor quality during execution and proactively solve technical challenges
- Collaborate closely with engineers, installation teams, and clients in Belgium and abroad (UK)
Profiel
Requirements
- Willingness to travel to the UK approximately once per month for site visits and team coordination.
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electromechanical, Electrical, or Energy Engineering.
- At least 5 years of experience in solar design or renewable project engineering.
- A background in battery storage (BESS) is a strong plus.
- Skilled in managing complex, utility-scale renewable projects.
- Fluent in English; knowledge of Dutch or other European languages is an advantage.
- Analytical, precise, and proactive — with strong communication skills.
Aanbod
What we offer
- A leading position in high-impact renewable energy projects across Flanders and the UK.
- Base location in the Bruges region, with flexibility for hybrid work and field visits.
- A dynamic, forward-looking environment where innovation and collaboration drive results.
- Competitive salary package including benefits aligned with your expertise and responsibilities.
- The opportunity to shape the power systems of tomorrow — today.
Be part of a team that’s powering change – one project, one breakthrough, one community at a time
Plaats tewerkstelling
8000 BRUGGE
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Meer info
bene@aanwervingshuis.be
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Contactpersoon
Bénédicte Puystiens
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VDAB-vacaturenummer: 73244206
VDAB-beroep: Projectmanager engineering
Online sinds: 10-03-2026
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