Structural Engineer

Are you ready to shape the structural backbone of high-impact international energy projects?

Driven since 1817 by the entrepreneurial spirit and thirst for innovation of its founder, the John Cockerill Group develops large-scale technological solutions to meet the needs of its time: facilitating access to low-carbon energies, enabling sustainable industrial production, preserving natural resources, contributing to greener mobility, enhancing security, and installing critical infrastructures.

Its offer to companies, States, and communities consists of services and associated equipment for the sectors of energy, defence, industry, the environment, transports, and infrastructures.

With over 8,000 employees, John Cockerill achieved a turnover of €1.417 billion in 2024, operating in 28 countries across 5 continents.

Within this framework, John Cockerill Energy plays a key role in the energy transition, delivering solutions for power generation, heat recovery, hydrogen, renewable energy, and industrial decarbonisation.

Why join John Cockerill Energy?

Meaningful impact: contribute to projects that directly support energy efficiency, decarbonisation, and sustainable power generation.

International exposure: work on complex projects across the globe with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.

Engineering excellence: be part of an organisation where engineering expertise and decision-making are closely connected.

Autonomy & trust: thrive in a flexible, human-centric culture that values ownership, collaboration, and work-life balance.

At John Cockerill Energy, we believe that the future of energy lies in innovation without compromise—combining performance, reliability, and environmental responsibility.

Your Role

As a Structural Engineer, you will carry out engineering tasks within your technical discipline to support product lines. You will contribute to sales strategies, project execution, and the development of innovative solutions aligned with customer needs.

Your main activities include:

Designing structural components for products

Performing civil engineering and/or steel structure sizing

Preparing calculation notes and technical specifications

Reviewing and validating civil works, anchoring, steel structures, and ducting plans

Key Responsibilities

Support technical proposals, project execution, and innovative solutions development

Design and optimize civil works and steel structures within budget and schedule

Prepare technical documentation in compliance with local regulations, codes, and client specifications

Analyze and apply client technical requirements

Participate in design reviews and implement action plans

Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring technical compliance

Resolve technical issues during project execution

Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team

Your Profile

Technical skills

Engineering degree or equivalent experience

Strong interest in steel structures and in a versatile role involving structural sizing calculations

Expertise in steel structure sizing calculations

Proficiency in SCIA Engineer, IDEAstatica, and excellent command of Excel

Fluent in English; French is an asset

Willingness to travel occasionally (Europe and worldwide)

Personal qualities

Cultural adaptability

Ability to manage pressure and deadlines with patience

What we offer

At John Cockerill, we deeply value your contribution:

Attractive salary package with many extra-legal benefits: company car, meal vouchers, flat-rate expenses, hospitalization/life/death/guaranteed income insurance, variable remuneration ranging from 0–25% of your gross annual salary, profit-sharing scheme based on progress and results Flexible work arrangements, with 1–2 days of remote work per week after training Comprehensive onboarding: a 6-month training with plenty of learning opportunities Career development: regular reviews, large catalogue of training, and career progression International opportunities: potential to evolve within your sector, across different sectors or businesses, and across different regions 31 days off

The recruitment process

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