Digital Electrical Technician,

Digital Electrical Technician

Excited to work for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape? The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side‑by‑side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible We believe in the power of diversity and are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.

Function

Join our innovative team as a Digital Electrical Technician at Elia Are you passionate about the latest innovations in digital electrotechnics and want to contribute to the future of the Belgian power grid? Elia has set up a special development program for technicians who want to take on challenges in a constantly evolving energy sector. This program offers you the opportunity to participate in various maintenance and development activities for the high‑voltage grid management systems of tomorrow.

As a Digital Electrical Technician, you will follow a tailored support program spread over several years. During the first three years, you will work intensively with our technical teams to build hands‑on experience, developing extensive knowledge of the high‑voltage world and acquiring specialized skills related to our protection systems (secondary systems). You will become responsible for testing and implementing Elia’s control and protection systems – the “brains” behind our network – and will detect potential faults and propose appropriate solutions.

At the end of the program, you will join a specialized Centralised Commissioning team that carries out tasks such as modifications, incident analysis, and the development of new standards, and is responsible for developing future working methods for integrating new technologies.

Your Profile

• Safety is an absolute priority, and you ensure it in all your activities.
• You have a bachelor’s degree or technical training in electricity, electronics, automation or electromechanics, or equivalent experience.
• You enjoy teamwork and are ready to take on a tailor‑made challenge.
• A sense of responsibility is second nature to you.
• You enjoy learning and sharing your knowledge with your colleagues.
• Efficiency and precision are your strengths.
• You are comfortable in a digital work environment that requires basic network management skills and the creation, management, and modification of digital information.
• You have experience with administrative software such as MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and are willing to learn how to use technical software for specific applications.
• You have a category B driving licence and are willing to travel to our various facilities across Belgium.
• Knowledge of English is an asset, or you are willing to learn the language.

Offer

• Competitive salary package, year‑end bonus, double holiday pay, meal vouchers (€10 per working day), and a bonus based on collective results.
• Group insurance, hospitalisation insurance, and reimbursement of outpatient medical expenses for your family.
• Vacation: 20 days of leave and 13 compensatory rest days.
• Social Fund: year‑end vouchers, birth and marriage bonuses, and partial reimbursement for expenses related to glasses, dental prostheses, or other medical needs.
• Communication: you receive an iPhone with a subscription (also for private use) and a laptop.
• Discounts: you benefit from a 30% reduction on your gas and electricity bill.
• Mobility: we provide a company vehicle (not for private use) and a mobility allowance for travel outside working hours.
• Elia Shares: you can purchase shares at a discount of 16.66% on the average share price.

Location

Avenue de Vilvorde 126, 1000 Brussels

Benefits

• A job full of variety with a top employer. You will be at the forefront of the energy transition and have the chance to contribute to ground‑breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition.
• Focus on personal growth and well‑being at work. You will have access to a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities and a positive work culture that puts your well‑being at the centre.
• Development opportunities for a challenging career. You will have complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.
• A diverse team of passionate colleagues that enjoy sharing knowledge and leading the way toward