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Engineering at the EIB

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00 Introduction
01 Does the EIB do feasibility studies on their own or they outsource some services? How do you assess sustainability of big infrastructural projects?
02 I could see that the Bank is generally interested in the renewables. What about nuclear energy and coal thermal plants?
03 What is the role of a Civil engineer in the Bank? Would I work as consultant or would my role be more on-site?
04 Good understanding of EU policies - is experience in EU policy drafting and implementation an asset for the Sector specialist position? Could you explain how the EIB interacts with the European Commission in its daily activities?
05 How are the responsibilities of engineers and economists at EIB distinguished in the context of project assessment, monitoring and evaluation? Thank you
06 Regarding Transport and Mobility, Do you deal with policies in general or do you focus on infrastructure investments?
07 How many people work in Projects Directorate ?
08 What skills and experiences would make an ideal candidate and what does the selection process look like?
09 As funder of a project do you only perform assesment or do you also try to help stakeholder to improve their project to achieve better target in line with your global owns?
10 How do teams working in different sectors, e.g. energy and water, cooperate to ensure that win-win opportunities and synergies are fully exploited?
11 How is the work-life balance in the EIB?
12 I am sure the projects are quite varied but could you provide an example of what you would consider a successful (collaborative/ team-led) project?
13 What are the biggest challenges for newcomers to your teams?
14 In a project lifecycle, which are the most critical KPIs you need to focus on?
15 How project responsibilities are shared among headquarter and regional teams?
16 Is the Bank offering personal development and training opportunities?
17 Is travel a regular part of the job?
18 What is the gender balance in the PJ?
19 Who are your usuals stakeholders (internal and externa)?
20 What is the role of bank in projects in the developing countries? How do you integrate newcomer in the such projects?
21 What is the share of Urban Mobility projects at the city-metropolitan level in your portfolio?
22 I have two small kids. Will the Bank cover the costs of their nursery/school? Do I have some special benefits as a parent?
23 Is knowledge of French language necessary for the position?
24 For what departments are you researching a sector specialist?
25 What would each of you say has been the highlight of your career at the EIB so far?
26 Conclusion

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Meet the speakers

Migle Matiuke – profile photo
Migle Matiuke
Personnel directorate, Recruiter
Raquel Fernandez Perez – profile photo
Raquel Fernandez Perez
Engineer, Projects Directorate / MOBILITY/ ROADS/ Strategic Roads
Lise Weidner – profile photo
Lise Weidner
Head of Division, Projects Directorate/MOBILITY/ Strategic Roads
Valentina Puccini – profile photo
Valentina Puccini
Engineer

The EIB is the European Union’s bank. We are the only bank owned by and representing the interests of the European Union Member States. We work closely with other EU institutions to implement EU policy.

Our expertise is based on more than 60 years’ experience and the specialised knowledge of over 3,400 staff.

The EIB is the European Union's bank

We are the only bank owned by and representing the interests of the European Union Member States. We work closely with other EU institutions to implement EU policy. Our expertise is based on more than 60 years’ experience and the specialised knowledge of over 3,400 staff.

Our priorities

We support projects that make a significant contribution to growth and employment in Europe. As part of our counter-cyclical approach, our activities focus on four priority areas: innovation and skills, access to finance for smaller businesses, environment and climate, infrastructure.

We raise the bulk of our lending resources on the international capital markets through bond issues. Our excellent rating allows us to borrow at advantageous rates. We thus are able to offer good terms to our clients.

Why work for the EIB?

For many of us the greatest reward is to know that our contribution makes a positive impact on people’s lives, in the EU and beyond. By joining the EIB you will have the opportunity to make your contribution, whilst also developing your skillset and facing new professional challenges.

Based in Luxembourg, with a network of local and regional offices in Europe and across the world, we offer a pleasant and interesting work environment where people can achieve their professional goals, while maintaining work-life balance; with excellent professional development opportunities through training, internal mobility and merit-based career growth.

Inclusion at the EIB

As the bank of the European Union, we are committed to the EU’s objectives and values, and aspire to live up to one of its founding principles – United in diversity.

Diversity and Inclusion encompass everything that makes us who we are.
We believe that encouraging colleagues to be comfortable bringing their identities to work is essential to the success and development of the Bank, and reflects Europe itself.

Our diverse backgrounds, perspectives and passions help us shape the inclusive environment in which we work every day.