Hybrid Power System & Grid R&D Expert

VITO Research; Genk; Hybrid; EUR 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive salary + benefits

Growth opportunities

Training and development

Job summary

VITO/EnergyVille is seeking an R&D Professional Power System and Grid Expert to advance grid modelling and energy market design. You will work on energy transition challenges, collaborate with DSOs/TSOs, and engage with system operators and regulators.

Proficiency in Python and strong communication in English (Dutch/French helpful) are essential. The role offers hybrid work from Genk, with opportunities to contribute to national and European projects and to grow technically and in leadership

Qualifications

• Master's degree in power engineering, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, or related field; minimum 3 years of experience.
• 3+ years of experience with DSOs, TSOs, or regulator projects.
• Strong understanding of energy transition challenges, electrification and decentralized renewable integration.
• Proficiency in Python with advanced optimization skills.
• Excellent English communication; Dutch and/or French fluency required.
• NATO security clearance is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead distribution grid analytics and grid modelling activities with electricity market experts, data scientists, and software engineers.
• Translate real-world challenges into grid modelling solutions, define scenarios, assemble data, and generate insightful results.
• Bridge the gap between innovative concepts and practical implementation with real-world impact.
• Develop advanced techniques in statistical power flow, optimal power flow, and mathematical optimization.
• Engage in national and European research projects, collaborating with system operators and regulators.
• Communicate findings through clear reports, scientific papers, and presentations.
• Expand the team's expertise by building a network in the energy domain.
• Support acquisition of new research and innovation projects, including proposal writing.

Skills

Python

Optimization

Grid modelling

English communication

Dutch or French

Energy systems

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in power engineering or related field

Tools

Python

Simulation tools

Job description

VITO/EnergyVille is seeking an R&D Professional Power System and Grid Expert to advance grid modelling and energy market design. You will work on energy transition challenges, collaborate with DSOs/TSOs, and engage with system operators and regulators.

Proficiency in Python and strong communication in English (Dutch/French helpful) are essential. The role offers hybrid work from Genk, with opportunities to contribute to national and European projects and to grow technically and in leadership