Location: Île-de-France
Start Date: Immediate
Sector: Energy
Context
As part of district heating network development and expansion projects, we are seeking a District Heating Network Engineer to ensure technical and operational follow-up of projects from design phases through to construction execution.
The role combines technical coordination, site supervision, scheduling management, and reporting in a multi-stakeholder environment.
Main Responsibilities
Technical project follow-up
• Ensure technical follow-up of district heating and thermal distribution network projects.
• Review and approve execution studies carried out by various stakeholders.
• Verify compliance of plans, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Participate in technical decisions related to distribution infrastructure.
Construction coordination
• Monitor construction works for buried networks and associated equipment.
• Coordinate companies involved in earthworks, civil engineering, piping, and welding.
• Ensure follow-up of client connections and substations.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental requirements.
Project management
• Monitor deployment schedules and work progress.
• Produce technical and operational reports.
• Participate in cost tracking and project risk identification.
• Propose corrective actions when deviations occur.
Quality control & commissioning
• Supervise quality controls related to welding and piping operations.
• Monitor hydraulic tests and commissioning trials.
• Verify compliance of completed works prior to handover.
• Participate in acceptance procedures and punch-list clearance.
Stakeholder coordination
• Act as interface between project management, operators, local authorities, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Participate in coordination and progress meetings.
• Ensure proper flow of information between project stakeholders.
Required Profile
• Engineering degree (energy engineering, thermal engineering, civil engineering, hydraulics / HVAC / CVC or equivalent).
• First experience in construction supervision or project management is an asset.
• Experience in district heating networks, buried networks, or energy infrastructure is appreciated.
• Good understanding of construction environments and technical interfaces.
• Interest in energy infrastructure projects and thermal networks.
• District heating construction engineer.
• Industrial piping engineer.
• HVAC engineer with hydraulic network experience.
• District heating project manager.
• Civil engineering engineer focused on utility networks.
• Energy works project manager.
• Engineer for buried networks (steam, hot water, etc.).
Tools
• Microsoft Project or equivalent.
• AutoCAD.
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Project tracking and reporting tools.
Key Skills
Technical
• District heating and buried networks.
• Industrial piping and hydraulic systems.
• Civil engineering related to networks.
• Thermal substations.
• Welding and piping quality control.
• Hydraulic tests and commissioning trials.
• Reading plans, P&IDs, and technical diagrams.
Project management
• Schedule tracking and construction coordination.
• Technical and operational reporting.
• Cost management and budget tracking.
• Project risk analysis.
• Multi-stakeholder coordination.
Interpersonal & Organizational
• Interface with project owners, operators, local authorities, and contractors.
• Leading technical meetings.
• Analytical and synthesis skills.
• Organization and prioritization skills.
• Strong field communication and team spirit.
Expected Qualities
• Rigor and strong organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal and coordination abilities.
• Analytical and synthesis mindset.
• Reactivity and anticipation skills.
• Enjoyment of fieldwork and teamwork.