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Project Engineer - Hydraulic Networks

On-site in València·Full-time·Added 6 days ago (last checked 9 Nov)

Elecnor

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Work mode: On-site, València
Contract: Full-time
Spanish: Expected (ad in Spanish)
Experience: 3+ years
Education: University degree
Benefits: Private health insurance

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Education: degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering (Caminos, Canales y Puertos), Hydraulics, or similar.
Experience: minimum 3–5 years of experience in management, production, or site management in water projects (supply networks, water mains, or sanitation). Demonstrable experience in the coordination of work sites and departments on-site is essential.
Technical knowledge: solid judgment in hydraulic and civil engineering (handling/understanding of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, EPANET/WaterCAD for model review and site modifications).
Key skills: leadership of multicultural teams, negotiation skills, proactive problem-solving in the field, and results orientation.
Availability: residence at the construction site in Angola during the project period.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Competitive salary based on experience + expatriation allowance + local per diem
Accommodation and meals covered (single status).
2/3 round-trip plane tickets per year to the country of origin (rotations set by the project).
International medical insurance with full coverage.
Stable incorporation into a large-scale project within a leading multinational environment.

The role

We are looking to recruit a Project Engineer (m/f) - Hydraulic Networks profile to lead the execution, integral management, and technical supervision of construction projects for water mains and distribution networks. The job location is in Angola.

Job mission: to lead the operational management of the construction site and the on-site technical office, ensuring compliance with deadlines, costs, quality, and safety, while coordinating the different departments.

What you'll do

Site management and control: plan, coordinate, and supervise the field execution of water mains and distribution networks, guaranteeing performance, contractual deadlines, and the assigned budget.
Interdisciplinary coordination: align and coordinate the different project departments (production/site, technical office, purchasing/logistics, quality, safety, and environment).
Technical support and field resolution: resolve construction interferences and unforeseen events on-site and ensure that design solutions (hydraulic and civil) are executed with technical rigor.

How you'll work

Location: Angola (expatriate modality).

Duration: 3-5 year project.

About Elecnor

Elecnor is a Spanish multinational engineering and construction company specializing in infrastructure, energy, and telecommunications projects. With over 60 years of history, it operates across more than 50 countries, delivering services in renewable energy, electrical grids, and civil works. The company is a key player in the global energy transition, with a strong portfolio in solar and wind power projects.

Industry: Engineering
Founded: 1958
Employees: 10,000–20,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 2 more

Good to know if you are moving

Elecnor is headquartered in Madrid, offering opportunities in a major European capital with excellent international connectivity.
The company operates in over 50 countries, providing potential for international assignments and career mobility.
Elecnor is a leader in renewable energy projects, a growing sector with strong demand for skilled engineers.
The company has a strong focus on infrastructure, offering roles in civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering.
Spanish language skills are often beneficial, though international projects may offer English-speaking environments.

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