Lead, Hybrid Power Plant & Grid Tech Specialist

Engibex; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Engibex is seeking a seasoned researcher for a leading client in the electrical power sector in Belgium. You will join a multidisciplinary team focusing on renewable hybrids (PV, wind, battery storage) and contribute to research roadmaps, model development, and on-site testing.

You will validate plant control strategies, develop real-time simulations, and analyze SCADA data to optimise performance and energy management, while coaching junior colleagues in a dynamic innovation environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field such as Electrical/Electromechanical Engineering, Data Science or Energy Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop the research roadmap on renewable and hybrid plant technology.
• Assess technical solutions by analysing and validating hybrid power plant control strategies.
• Develop simulation models for hybrid power plant operation and optimise control strategies focused on energy management.
• Develop and exploit monitoring solutions and SCADA data for optimal plant operation and KPI analysis.
• Carry out laboratory tests on a real-time simulation platform, including hardware-in-the-loop.
• Coach and guide junior team members to develop their technical competences and deliver quality results.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team coaching

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electromechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Applied Mathematics

Master's degree in Data Science

Master's degree in Energy Engineering

PhD in a related field

Tools

SCADA systems

Hardware-in-the-Loop

Real-time simulation software

Job description

Engibex is seeking a seasoned researcher for a leading client in the electrical power sector in Belgium. You will join a multidisciplinary team focusing on renewable hybrids (PV, wind, battery storage) and contribute to research roadmaps, model development, and on-site testing.

You will validate plant control strategies, develop real-time simulations, and analyze SCADA data to optimise performance and energy management, while coaching junior colleagues in a dynamic innovation environment.