Geotechnical Lead Engineer

Ready to engineer your positive impact? Then join Tractebel, part of the ENGIE Group, and our 5,600 passionate experts around the globe. We are accelerating the energy transition while enhancing people’s lives through meaningful projects. Make your contribution to carbon neutrality in markets like nuclear, renewables, power & gas, electrical grids, hydropower & dams, water resources & supply, desalination, complex & high‑tech buildings, transport infrastructures, and ports & waterways.

• Tractebel is more than a place to work. It’s your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. It’s an environment built on team spirit, where you can reach your highest potential.
• We actively support the development of our people, and the opportunities for growth within the ENGIE Group are wide open.
• We offer a competitive salary package including representation allowances, double paid holidays, meal vouchers, eco cheques, bonuses, health insurance, PC purchase plan, ENGIE stock options, and more.
• Our mobility plans are customizable to your needs, including a company car, train pass, bike lease, or combinations thereof. You can also swap your company car for the flexible and tax‑friendly Belgian Mobility Budget.
• Flexible, hybrid arrangements enable working from home (2-3 days per week), on‑site or on the go. Tractebel participates in your home office expenses through advantageous purchase programs and generous contributions to your internet and mobile plans.
• Holidays: 20 legal days + 12 compensatory leave days (for a full‑time work schedule). You can also buy 5 extra days for even more relaxation.
• To celebrate our successes and just have fun, we get together for team sports, after works, team‑building activities, our annual party, and more.

As Geotechnical Lead Engineer in our Infrastructures department, you will contribute to our mission every day by playing a crucial role in delivering top‑notch geotechnical expertise for various infrastructure projects in Belgium and internationally.

You will be responsible for managing project studies and implementation, ensuring technical excellence, and contributing to the professional growth of junior engineers.

• Coaching, motivating, and collaborating with small, multidisciplinary project teams of engineers (geotechnics, civil engineering, etc.) to deliver outstanding results.
• Determining project needs and selecting procedures for:
  • Soil investigations (geotechnical, geophysical, hydrogeological, geological).
  • Foundation techniques (pile foundations, soil improvement, steel foundations).
  • Stability issues (retaining walls, slope stability).
• Performing calculations and drawing up technical specifications for geotechnical solutions.
• Interpreting soil investigation results and conducting terrain modeling as well as soil‑structure interaction analyses.
• Ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to quality standards, while adhering to H&S regulations and our internal quality system.
• Actively participating in the training and development of young engineers to foster a culture of continuous learning.

• A degree in civil or industrial engineering (civil, mining/geotechnical).
• At least 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering and a strong background in calculations.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software (Plaxis, Flac, D‑Sheet, Foxta) or the willingness to learn.
• Demonstrated expertise in soil research, foundation techniques, and geotechnical stability solutions.

• You have the right balance between assertiveness and diplomacy.
• You have strong communication skills, team spirit, and a dynamic, flexible approach to work.
• You work autonomously, take initiatives, and make decisions quickly.
• You are fluent in Dutch with a good command of English; knowledge of French is an asset.

Our top priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. With Tractebel, you are uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on global net‑zero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset: you. Our people come first, and our strength is in our diversity. Because diversity leads to fresh perspectives that drive performance and innovation, we welcome all applicants and remain committed to an inclusive workplace.

Find out more about Tractebel, our activities, and why you should join us here!

As part of the 96,000‑strong ENGIE Group, your career path in pioneering low‑carbon solutions around the world knows no limits. Every day is your opportunity to shape a more sustainable world.