Product Owner for Internal Digitalization (F/M/X)

Linkebeek, Belgium – People & Digital

Are you excited about embarking on a journey with us towards a carbon-neutral world?

We are seeking a collaborative person who is passionate about making a positive impact on ENGIE Laborelec's success and overall performance. If you have a deep interest in the energy transition, power generation and technology, we urge you to explore this opportunity.

Bring your expertise, grow with us and build your career in a safe and diverse environment.

Who are we?

ENGIE Laborelec is a research and expertise center focused on electrical power technology, with a team of over 370 employees from different backgrounds. We are part of the ENGIE Group, and more particular the newly created entity ENGIE Research & Innovation. We support the entire electricity value chain, providing customized solutions to a diverse range of customers from various fields and industries. We are dedicated to achieving a net zero carbon future and finding sustainable solutions.

About the team

Our Digital department has a double mission.

• Internally: As a team, we empower Laborelec colleagues across diverse departments by optimizing workflows and fostering a digital-driven approach. We believe in inclusivity, collaboration and diversity, ensuring all voices are heard in our journey towards efficiency and innovation.

• Externally: We spearhead the development of cutting-edge solutions for our clients, within the ENGIE Group and external clients, accelerating the energy sector's transition towards a sustainable future.

What you’ll be doing

Your responsibilities as a Product Owner for Internal Digitalization

As a Product Owner for Internal Digitalization, you will play a pivotal role in setting up internal business processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders by analyzing, implementing and maintaining several management applications, services and infrastructure solutions.

Specifically this means:

• Partnering with stakeholders from various departments to define clear goals and prioritize initiatives.
• Project management & business investigation to drive effective implementation of digital solutions.
• Ensuring compliance with IT security policies, internal auditing, and ISO9001 compliance, promoting a safe and secure digital environment.
• Collaboration with colleagues and internal & external suppliers to streamline processes and drive innovation.
• Contributing to the exploration of technologies and solutions available on the market, conducting make-or-buy analysis, and stay abreast of industry trends.

Examples of management applications:

These include customer relationship management, purchasing, timesheets, team capacities & projects, and document management. While familiarity with specific technologies is beneficial, we prioritize a strong understanding of core concepts and a willingness to adapt and learn.

You may be our future colleague if you identify with the following …

• Are skilled in planning, organizing, facilitating, and communicating; fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
• Are rigorous in analysis and problem-solving, with a commitment to finding innovative solutions.
• Bring a minimum of 6 years of experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or Project Manager, ensuring a wealth of expertise in digital transformation.
• Hold a Master's degree in Engineering, Economics, Computer Science, or related fields, with hands-on knowledge of computer science and software development.
• Are fluent in at least two of the three following languages: English, French, and Dutch, and are willing to learn and become fluent in all three languages, promoting effective communication across diverse teams.

Here's a taste of what Laborelec offers you

• Flexible Working Environment: A green campus and hybrid workspace (3 days home working/week) offering flexibility for a good work/life balance 
• Employee Resource Groups: An exciting position in a leading research and expertise center, with the possibility for further career development within ENGIE. 
• An inspiring work environment: Shared with ambitious colleagues from different backgrounds.
• Learning & Development: Growth is a big reason people choose to join our team. We provide opportunities through lunch-and-learns, training, coaching, mentorship programs, and workshops.
• Benefits: 34 leave days, 5 days free care for sick children , linen ironing service...
• Wellness: You will have access to our fun room and fitness space for your enjoyment and well-being.

Where we work

Our headquarters is based in Belgium (Linkebeek, near to Brussels), and we have several branches in Europe (France, Germany & the Netherlands), LATAM (Chile) and MESCAT (KSA & UAE).

Our values : The 4B’s

• Be You, at Laborelec, we encourage you to be yourself and allow your skills and knowledge to shine through.
• Be Safe, keeping our employees safe is our top priority.
• Become, as a Laborelec employee, you can build your career.
• Belong, join our dynamic community at Laborelec and become an integral part of our team. ​​​​

Our commitment

At ENGIE Laborelec, we are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, including people of all races, genders, ages, religions, disabilities and sexual orientations.

We'd love to hear from you if this opportunity sparks your interest.

Your HR contact: Damien Colmant - damien.colmant@engie.com