A career as a
Technical Designer
As a Technical Designer, you translate complex projects into feasible technical plans. You lay the groundwork for safe and efficient execution, from the first draft to final delivery. Your work is essential to enabling the grid of tomorrow.
What you’ll do as a Technical Designer
As a Technical Designer, you play a crucial role in the design and implementation of various electrical installations and systems. You will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects across different areas of expertise, including cables and lines, underground connections, and secondary systems.
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Design You contribute to the design of electrical installations and infrastructure.
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Control You perform quality control on designs and propose enhancements.
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Planning You manage schedules and take care of follow up throughout the process.
Meet your colleagues
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“My work happens behind the scenes, but what I do is visible everywhere.” – Stijn
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“Every line that operates safely starts with a good plan, and I am proud of that.” – Stijn
Who are you?
At Elia, we believe in the power of diversity and are happy to welcome both young starters and experienced professionals. Safety and quality always come first, so a solid foundation of knowledge and skills is essential.
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Degree or experience You hold a degree in a relevant technical field such as electricity, electromechanics, automation, or construction engineering.
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Design knowledge and software skills You have experience with design work and are familiar with CAD software, preferably AutoCAD or MicroStation.
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Safety first You always put safety first. Clear procedures and a safety mindset guide your work every day.
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Teamplayer You are a team player with strong communication skills and a customer focused mindset.
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Detail oriented You have an eye for detail, work accurately, and are skilled in planning and organization.
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Growth mindset You are eager to grow and develop your skills within your area of expertise.
Your salary package
All that talent deserves a competitive salary with plenty of extras:
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Salary A competitive salary package including a year end bonus, double holiday pay, meal vouchers (€8 per working day), eco vouchers, Saint Nicholas and year end gift vouchers, and bonuses based on individual and collective performance.
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Supplementary child allowance For children under 25 who receive child benefits.
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Insurance Group insurance, hospitalization insurance, and reimbursement of outpatient medical expenses for the family.
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Vacation You are entitled to 20 vacation days and 12 compensation days.
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Communication You receive an iPhone with a subscription (also for private use) and a laptop.
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Mobility We offer a public transport subscription or reimbursement of commuting costs (66 percent of the cost of a second class monthly train pass).
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Interest subsidies Elia Engineering grants a subsidy to help reduce the interest burden of mortgage loans, available after five years of seniority and if the loan is taken out while you are employed at Elia.
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Elia shares Elia offers you the opportunity to subscribe to company shares at a 16.66 percent discount on the average share price.
Start your journey at Elia in 6 steps
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3. interview 1 (video)
You have a first interview with one of our recruiters to talk about your motivation and expectations.
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2. Introduction call
We give you a short call to get to know you and discuss a few practical details.
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1. Application
You submit your application through our job site. We review your profile and get in touch with you shortly.
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4. Interview and tests
You have an interview with the manager and take a technical test as well as a fear-of-heights test. -
5. Salary proposal
We make you a personalized offer, tailored to your profile and how the interviews went.
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6. First day
We welcome you with an onboarding session, a tour, and all the practical information you need to get started.
