Senior Power System Expert: Power Electronics

Who we are

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 solutionsto a diverse and international client base in the power sector.

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

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 with an affinity for power electronics. These experts will take part to local and international projects focusing on RES integration, security of supply, sustainability and economic efficiency of Power System.

Your responsibilities will be decided based on your competencies and expertise, and will be discuss during your interviews with managers.

Your profile

• Master degree in Engineering (preferably electrical, electromechanical or power electronics);
• 5+ years of experience in Power System Operations and Security (the development and the operation of electricity networks and power plants);
• Great knowledge of power system simulation tools (PSS/e, PowerFactory, PSCAD, Python, VBA, etc);
• Experience with wind turbine, PV plant, HVDC or power electronics manufacturers, with projects related to the integration of renewable or HVDC and with interaction studies is a strong asset;
• Fluent in English;
• 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.

Choose EGI and help us guide the worldwide power sector into a future of clean and sustainable energy, smarter and more flexible grids, decentralized production and HVDC systems that span across seas and land to interconnect countries, regions, and different energy markets for the benefit of generations to come.

Location

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

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