Project and Engineering Manager – BESS

ROB OPALFVENS BV · Belgium

EURES Posted May 23, 2026 First seen May 23, 2026

Job description


● As a Project and Engineering Manager - BESS you’ll drive the engineering and
execution of major BESS projects (typically >100M EUR investment).

● You are responsible for overseeing multidisciplinary design across electrical, civil,
and structural engineering domains..

● You supervise EPC partners, engineering firms, consultants, and other external
stakeholders throughout all phases, and coordinate internal teams including
development, procurement, construction, and HSE.

● As a Project and Engineering Manager - BESS you prepare technical specifications
and lead tendering processes with suppliers, integrators, and contractors..

● You manage key technical domains such as: BESS system architecture, HV/MV
substations, grid interconnection, cabling, electrical infrastructure, civil works, site
infrastructure, etc.

● As a Project and Engineering Manager - BESS you closely follow the project
planning, make adjustments where necessary, and report on the project progress
and the milestones.

Your profile

● You have a Master degree in Engineering (Electrical, Industrial, Civil, …) or
equivalent level of education.

● You have relevant experience in engineering or construction of large-scale energy or
infrastructure projects (BESS or renewables preferred).

● Solid understanding of project development, permitting, and grid connection
procedures.

● You have strong coordinating skills and are able of successfully managing all parties
involved.

● Excellent knowledge of English and French, able to communicate in Dutch is a plus.

● You are communicative, have strong people skills and can take initiative.