Engineer or Project Engineer Hydropower Plants 80 - 100%

• 08 October 2026
• 80 - 100%
• Permanent position
• Granges-Paccot

Join us in Granges-Paccot as an Engineer or Project Engineer in hydropower! Work on innovative, sustainable energy solutions in a dynamic environment.

Tasks ##

• Lead and develop projects for hydropower plants in Switzerland.
• Conduct studies on machine components from design to commissioning.
• Collaborate on assessments for hydropower and provide technical solutions.

Skills ##

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent; strong French skills.
• Interest in mechanical design and control systems for hydropower.
• Interdisciplinary knowledge in large mechanical systems.

Engineer or Project Engineer Hydropower Plants 80 - 100%

Granges-Paccot - Plexus, Freiburg, CH

We operate in Western Switzerland and support our clients in the realisation of their projects by offering holistic, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions. Our range of services includes the production and distribution of electricity and heat, electrical installations, building automation, sustainable mobility, climate technology, and water treatment.

As an exemplary employer, we promote the further development of the skills of our 2,450 employees, including 245 apprentices, and are committed to reconciling work and private life.

The Energy Solutions Directorate develops comprehensive offers that combine consulting, planning, execution, maintenance, and operation. It is also the central contact point for major projects, energy efficiency and energy automation, electrical engineering, facility management, and innovation.

As a Project Lead Engineer, you contribute to the successful implementation of demanding hydropower projects. You solve diverse technical challenges related to the installation, renovation, overhaul, and modernisation of hydraulic plants and equipment in Switzerland.

Tasks :

• Acquisition of mandates and management of projects in the field of hydropower plants in Switzerland, with the aim of developing optimal technical solutions;
• Conducting studies for complete machines or individual machine components (from conception to commissioning) in the mechanical field or in the area of control and regulation technology of hydropower plants;
• Participation in assessments and expert reports in the field of hydropower for both Groupe E and external clients, as well as developing suitable technical solutions for the renovation and modernisation of existing plants;
• Preparation of project planning and monitoring of the projects you are responsible for regarding compliance with requirements, budget, and scheduled deadlines.

Profile :

• University degree as a FH engineer in mechanical engineering or an equivalent qualification;
• Very good knowledge of French, both spoken and written;
• Interest in the design of mechanical or welded steel construction components as well as control and regulation systems, ideally in the field of hydropower;
• Interdisciplinary knowledge in the development and design of large mechanical plants and equipment.

What we offer you :

• A modern and dynamic working environment that offers development opportunities and promotes the reconciliation of work and private life.
• Attractive social benefits of a modern company, fair and equal employment conditions, as well as diverse opportunities for professional development.
• A strong team spirit and a committed team proud of their joint collaboration: "Together we achieve success."

Would you like more information?

Contact Sylvain Déplanque, Head of Hydraulics Engineering, at 079 868 97 85.

Interested?

Then we look forward to receiving your complete application documents. Simply use the "Apply" button below.

Human Resources

Brice Muller