Consultant Grid Planning and Modelling

3900 Accenture B.V. Company; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Industry X is seeking a Consultant – Grid Planning & Modelling Engineering to shape future energy networks and work with transmission and distribution system operators. You will analyze grid challenges, develop digital solutions, and help modernize planning processes while collaborating with engineers and consultants across energy projects.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, data-driven decisions, and client-facing delivery, with opportunities for leadership and career growth within

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Energy Technology, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in power systems, grid planning, power network analysis or grid operations.
• Knowledge of transmission and distribution network planning principles.
• Experience with grid modelling methodologies and engineering studies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Customer-focused mindset with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in Dutch and English, both written and spoken.
• Bonus points: load flow calculations, stability studies or dynamic power system analysis; grid modelling tools; scripting or data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Shape future energy networks.
• Support utilities and grid operators in planning and designing future-proof electricity networks that can meet increasing demand and accelerate the energy transition.
• Solve complex grid challenges.
• Analyze and address issues such as grid congestion, network reinforcement, grid reconfiguration and renewable energy integration.
• Develop digital and automated solutions.
• Help clients modernize and automate grid planning and modelling processes, improving efficiency, accuracy and decision-making.
• Turn data into meaningful insights.
• Leverage modelling results and data analytics to support investment decisions, planning studies and operational improvements.
• Work alongside industry experts.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers, consultants and technology specialists on innovative projects across the energy sector.
• Grow your career in consulting.
• Develop your technical, consulting and project management skills while taking on increasing responsibilities and opportunities for leadership.

Skills

Dutch language

English language

Analytical thinking

Client collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Systems Engineering

Master’s degree in Energy Technology

Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

PowerFactory

NEPLAN

Integral

Job description

THE WORK

The energy transition is one of the biggest engineering challenges of our time. At Accenture Industry X, we help energy companies and grid operators build smarter, more resilient electricity networks through the power of digitalization, data and engineering expertise. As a Consultant – Grid Planning & Modelling Engineering, you will work with leading transmission and distribution system operators to solve complex grid challenges and prepare networks for a more sustainable future. From addressing grid congestion to planning network expansions and integrating renewable energy sources, your work will directly contribute to shaping tomorrow's energy landscape. This is a role for engineers who enjoy combining technical expertise with problem-solving, innovation, and client collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• Shape future energy networks


• Support utilities and grid operators in planning and designing future-proof electricity networks that can meet increasing demand and accelerate the energy transition.


• Solve complex grid challenges


• Analyze and address issues such as grid congestion, network reinforcement, grid reconfiguration and renewable energy integration.


• Develop digital and automated solutions


• Help clients modernize and automate grid planning and modelling processes, improving efficiency, accuracy and decision-making.


• Turn data into meaningful insights


• Leverage modelling results and data analytics to support investment decisions, planning studies and operational improvements.


• Work alongside industry experts


• Collaborate with experienced engineers, consultants and technology specialists on innovative projects across the energy sector.


• Grow your career in consulting


• Develop your technical, consulting and project management skills while taking on increasing responsibilities and opportunities for leadership.

WHY JOIN US?

• Work on projects that have a real impact on Europe's energy transition.


• Collaborate with leading transmission and distribution system operators.


• Combine engineering expertise with cutting-edge digital technologies.


• Learn continuously through training, certifications and hands‑on project experience.


• Be part of a collaborative and diverse team that values innovation, flexibility and personal growth.

WHO WE ARE

At Industry X, we help organizations reinvent how they engineer, operate and transform their businesses. By combining engineering, digital technologies, data and industry expertise, we help clients become more sustainable, efficient and future-ready. Our teams work at the intersection of technology and industry, solving complex challenges that create tangible business and societal impact. Within our Energy practice, we partner with some of Europe's most influential energy organizations to accelerate the transition toward a cleaner, smarter and more reliable energy system.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Energy Technology, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.


• 2+ years of experience in power systems, grid planning, power network analysis or grid operations.


• Knowledge of transmission and distribution network planning principles.


• Experience with grid modelling methodologies and engineering studies.


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.


• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.


• Customer‑focused mindset with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Fluent in Dutch and English, both written and spoken.


• Bonus points if you have


• Experience with load flow calculations, stability studies or dynamic power system analysis.


• Hands‑on experience with grid modelling tools such as PowerFactory, NEPLAN, Integral or similar platforms.


• Experience automating grid planning or modelling activities.


• Knowledge of scripting, data analytics, machine learning or AI applications in the energy sector.


• Familiarity with European energy regulations, market structures and grid codes.


• Certification in Agile, PRINCE2, PMP or other project management methodologies.


• Experience in a consulting or client-facing environment.


• Experience managing stakeholders and translating technical concepts into business value.

For More Senior Candidates

• Demonstrated experience leading client engagements and technical workstreams.


• Experience developing proposals, managing delivery teams and supporting business growth.


• Proven ability to coach and mentor junior engineers and consultants.

We’re looking for curious, motivated people who are passionate about engineering and the energy transition.

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com

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