Senior Power System Expert

Elia Grid International; Berlin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract or freelance position

Attractive salary package

Extensive fringe benefits

Unique training opportunities

Personal development and growth opportunities

Job summary

An established industry player seeks experienced professionals to enhance their Power System Operations team. This role involves tackling complex challenges related to renewable energy integration and ensuring the security of power systems. You will engage in dynamic stability analysis, compliance studies, and support business development efforts through client relationship management. Join a forward-thinking consultancy that values diversity and offers unique opportunities for professional growth in an exciting international environment. If you are passionate about contributing to the energy transition, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Power System Operations and Security.
• Expertise in translating complex data into strategic insights.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational principles and model validation.
• Support grid reliability and security evaluations.

Skills

Power System Operations

Data Analysis

Grid Code Compliance

Dynamic Stability Analysis

Client Relationship Management

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Applied Mathematics / Physics

Tools

PowerFactory

PSSE

Job description

Elia Grid International (EGI) is a global engineering consultancy company, part of Elia Group (Belgium) and 50Hertz (Germany), specialising in complex power system challenges. Our goal is to provide high-quality solutions for the challenges of the energy transition. Our multidisciplinary team of experts offer strategic, technical, and regulatory advice in all fields related to power transmission, as well as a range of specialist solutions to a diverse and international client base in the power sector.

Elia Grid International has offices in Belgium, Germany, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), Malaysia and Canada.

Your function

EGI wishes to reinforce its team working on Power System Operations and Security in the context of deep integration of renewable energy sources, Energy and Balancing Market Integration. To achieve this, we are looking for experienced professionals with expertise in the field of transmission system operation. These experts will take part in local and international projects focusing on RES integration, security of supply, sustainability and economic efficiency of Power Systems.

Typical activities involve (but are not limited to):

• Analysis and definition of operational principles;
• Model definition and validation;
• Dynamic stability analysis (frequency, voltage stability..);
• Grid Code requirement and connection compliance studies;
• Support the analysis and evaluation of grid reliability and security (e.g., capacity calculation, balancing, operational planning..);
• Support the company's business development teams in identifying and pursuing opportunities by establishing trusted relationships with our clients and developing proposals.

Your profile

• Master's degree in Engineering or Applied Mathematics / Physics;
• 10+ years of experience in Power System Operations and Security (balancing and RES system integration, system operation and state-of-the-art technological solutions);
• Expertise in translating complex data into key strategic insights and valuable actions;
• Knowledge of power system simulation tools (PowerFactory, PSSE);
• Knowledge of German, Dutch and/or French is a strong asset.

What we offer

• Permanent contract or freelance position;
• Attractive salary package and an extensive array of fringe benefits;
• Exciting, professional and international environment in a fast-growing company;
• Unique training, personal development and growth opportunities.

At EGI, we value diversity and inclusion. We are firmly committed to promoting gender equality in all aspects of our organization, from recruitment to professional development. We believe that diverse teams are more creative, innovative, and high-performing. Join us to contribute to an environment where everyone has equal opportunities for growth and fulfilment.

Location

Berlin - Mobility required: 30% worldwide (willingness to travel abroad for international assignments depending on the business development or project needs).