Contract Engineer

For ongoing contracts.

• You negotiate and monitor contract changes (Change Requests), while ensuring their execution.
• You ensure the follow-up of contracts necessary for an internal program, thus contributing to its implementation. A European Train Control System (ETCS) is a large-scale European project aimed at strengthening railway safety through an automatic safety system that significantly reduces the probability of a train passing a red signal, among other things.
• You work actively with technical collaborators and are responsible for the technical and budgetary aspects of the contract.
• In collaboration with administrative collaborators, you draft orders for materials, services, and works, as well as monitoring deliveries within the framework of the contracts.
• You regularly consult the heads of the logistics and/or Procurement department to ensure the smooth running of the ordering and delivery process.
• You work in close collaboration with Contract Managers from the Procurement department to identify and implement improvements in contractual processes.
• You ensure reporting via internal reporting tools.

For new contracts.

• You coordinate and analyze the technical and administrative part of new strategic contracts.
• You define the scope of new contracts based on the projects to be carried out.
• Once new contracts have been notified, you treat them in the same way as ongoing contracts.

Your profile. Technical Skills.

• You hold a degree in Industrial or Civil Engineering, or you are a legal professional with a strong affinity for technology.
• You are perfectly fluent in French or Dutch (both oral and written) and have a functional knowledge of the second language. A basic knowledge of technical English is also required for this position.
• An interest in contractual aspects and technology is essential.
• Ideally, you have experience in managing complex contracts or in negotiation in technical or industrial environments.
• The following assets will be appreciated: knowledge of public procurement, experience in sales and/or drafting offers, and knowledge of suppliers.

Behavioral Skills.

• You are capable of making autonomous decisions within a defined framework.
• You are rigorous and organized.
• You practice active listening and know how to negotiate agreements.
• You have strong analytical and synthesis capabilities.
• You have good writing skills.
• You know how to work in a team with internal and external stakeholders.
• You are capable of developing a relationship of trust with suppliers.

The organization builds, maintains, and renews railway infrastructure. Together with its 10,000 colleagues, the organization aims to innovate and create impact with benevolence, reliability, positivity, and courage. These fundamental values form the basis of its company culture and guide everything it does. By focusing on data, digitalization, and strong partnerships, the organization builds sustainable and safe mobility, now and for the future.

Within the 'Projects' directorate, major investment projects on railways and signaling projects are centralized. The mission is clear: to build and modernize railway lines. Within the 'Contracts' department, the 'Contracts' office is primarily responsible for the operational follow-up of strategic contracts for signaling projects. This is to ensure the operational management and follow-up of essential contracts for the execution of signaling projects in close collaboration with the relevant departments.