Electrical engineer engineer

Opdenergy; Madrid; Híbrido; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A renewable energy company is seeking a BESS & Hybridization Engineer based in Madrid. The role involves leading the engineering activities of renewable energy projects with a focus on hybridization and battery implementation, providing technical support, and optimizing project configurations. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, knowledge of hybrid operations, and proficiency in simulation tools. The position offers a hybrid work model, permanent contract, and room for career growth.

Servicios

Free health insurance

Meal vouchers

Language and technical training on demand

Formación

• In-depth knowledge of hybrid plant operation (solar + storage, wind + storage, microgrids).
• Solid grasp of grid interconnection requirements, power quality, and ancillary services.
• Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel) and data analysis tools (Python, Power BI preferred).
• Excellent working knowledge of CAD, Civil 3D, or equivalent design software.

Responsabilidades

• Lead engineering activities of renewable energy projects with focus on hybridization and battery implementation.
• Provide technical and design support for hybrid renewable plants (PV + Storage, Wind + Storage).
• Control and review engineering of hybrid and BESS systems, proposing optimizations.
• Support energy modeling and simulation for assessing system performance and revenue potential.
• Interface with battery manufacturers and inverter suppliers to validate specs and performance guarantees.

Conocimientos

Hybrid plant operation knowledge

Simulation tools proficiency (PVsyst, HOMER)

Grid interconnection requirements understanding

Energy markets economics understanding

Fluent English (spoken and written)

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Herramientas

PVsyst

HOMER

MATLAB / Simulink

Python

CAD

Descripción del empleo

Opdenergy

is a growing independent renewable energy producer (IPP) with presence in Europe, United States and Latin America with more than 19 years of experience. The company develops, builds, finances, manages, and operates high quality renewable energy projects in several countries, with a portfolio of 2,6 GW (1,3 operational and + 1,3 ready to build / under construction) assets in operations and construction, whole portfolio under development sums up to over 18 GW.

We are looking for a

BESS & Hybridization Engineer

, based in

Madrid

, to join our dynamic global team. In close coordination with our Business Development and Construction teams, you will lead the

engineering activities of renewable energy projects

, with a special focus on

hybridization and battery implementation

Provide technical and design support to the Construction and Development departments for Construction and Development departmenthybrid renewable plants (PV + Storage, Wind + Storage), optimizing configurations to maximize yield and flexibility while minimizing CAPEX and OPEX.

Control and review basic and detailed engineering of hybrid and BESS systems, identifying deviations and proposing optimizations in sizing, topology, and operational strategies.

Support energy modeling and simulation (PVsyst, HOMER, Python-based tools, etc.) to assess system performance, grid compliance, and revenue potential.

Interface with battery manufacturers, inverter suppliers, and EMS / BMS integrators to validate technical specs, performance guarantees, and integration requirements.

Collaborate with the Grid Connection team to evaluate hybrid system behavior under grid codes, performing studies on power flow, transient stability, and frequency response.

Provide technical input during procurement and EPC tendering, ensuring supplier proposals comply with company standards and project requirements.

Support the O&M department in analyzing performance data, degradation behavior, and identifying root causes of hybrid / BESS issues.

Evaluate emerging energy storage technologies (Li-ion, flow batteries, hybrid inverters, hydrogen systems) and propose innovation and cost-reduction strategies.

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

In-depth knowledge of hybrid plant operation (solar + storage, wind + storage, microgrids).

Solid grasp of grid interconnection requirements, power quality, and ancillary services (frequency regulation, black start, etc.).

Proficiency with simulation and optimization tools such as PVsyst, HOMER, MATLAB / Simulink, or Python.

Understanding of energy markets and hybrid system economics (arbitrage, capacity markets, peak shaving).

Fluent English, both spoken and written.

Proficiency in PVsyst, HOMER, MATLAB, or equivalent tools.

Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel) and data analysis tools (Python, Power BI preferred).

Excellent working knowledge of CAD, Civil 3D, or equivalent design software.

Hybrid work model : up to 2 days / week working from home.

Permanent contract and stable employment in a fast-growing company.

Real opportunities for career growth in a global, multicultural environment.

Free health insurance and meal vouchers.

Language and technical training on demand.