Energy Storage Business Specialist

EDP Renewables; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

EDP Renewables is seeking an Energy Storage Business Specialist to drive growth in storage and hybrid power plant opportunities. You will monitor technologies, analyze markets, and lead business model definitions across markets, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

The role requires 5+ years in the energy sector, strong storage experience, and fluency in English, with a hybrid work model based in Madrid.

Qualifications

• University Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Physics or a related field.
• Master’s Degree in Renewable Energy or Electricity Markets is a plus.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in the energy sector.
• Proven experience in battery energy storage, particularly in design, engineering and/or operations.
• Strong knowledge of renewable energy, energy storage and hybridisation, from both technical and business perspectives.
• Good understanding of power markets and experience in a power development environment.
• Proficient level of English.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and familiarity with battery design tools.
• Data and AI literacy is a plus, particularly experience with Python, SQL, Power BI or other data visualisation tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor new technologies, technical developments and business models in energy storage and hybrid power plants
• Analyse market trends, business models and competitiveness of energy storage projects across relevant markets
• Lead the definition and approval of business models for the markets under your responsibility
• Coordinate different teams involved in the preparation of business cases and other strategic initiatives
• Monitor, improve and expand existing business models based on new technologies, configurations and use cases
• Provide energy storage expertise and contribute to the development of business models, analytical tools and methodologies
• Support Country Business Units in the development and due diligence of energy storage projects
• Monitor regulatory and legislative developments affecting energy storage and hybrid power plants, identifying potential impacts and new business opportunities
• Support the Energy Storage Director in industry associations, working groups and other cross-functional initiatives

Skills

Energy storage expertise

Market analysis

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Python/SQL/Power BI familiarity

Education

Engineering degree

Master’s in Renewable Energy or Electricity Markets (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Battery design tools

Job description

We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

We work to make energy efficiency, and the energy transition a reality. Networking and technological innovation provide an opportunity for accelerated learning, while generating value for our customers’ businesses.

We are looking for anEnergy Storage Business Specialistto join our team and contribute to the development of energy storage and hybrid power plant opportunities across relevant markets.

What you will do:

• Monitor new technologies, technical developments and business models in energy storage and hybrid power plants
• Analyse market trends, business models and competitiveness of energy storage projects across relevant markets
• Lead the definition and approval of business models for the markets under your responsibility
• Coordinate different teams involved in the preparation of business cases and other strategic initiatives
• Monitor, improve and expand existing business models based on new technologies, configurations and use cases
• Provide energy storage expertise and contribute to the development of business models, analytical tools and methodologies
• Support Country Business Units in the development and due diligence of energy storage projects
• Monitor regulatory and legislative developments affecting energy storage and hybrid power plants, identifying potential impacts and new business opportunities
• Support the Energy Storage Director in industry associations, working groups and other cross-functional initiatives

Employment type: Full-Time
Work site: Hybrid
City: Madrid

What we are looking for:

• University Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Physics or a related field
• Master’s Degree in Renewable Energy or Electricity Markets is a plus
• At least 5 years of professional experience in the energy sector
• Proven experience in battery energy storage, particularly in design, engineering and/or operations
• Strong knowledge of renewable energy, energy storage and hybridisation, from both technical and business perspectives
• Good understanding of power markets and experience in a power development environment
• Proficient level of English
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and familiarity with battery design tools
• Data and AI literacy is a plus, particularly experience with Python, SQL, Power BI or other data visualisation tools

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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