Job Description

This job is in Belgium

Our client is a leading engineering firm active in renewable energy and projects across Europe.

To support their continued growth, they are looking for an Electrical engineer for their office in Belgium (Hybrid work permitted). However, if you prefer to come to the office, this is certainly possible. Taking into account that this is in the region of Antwerp, Belgium. The company offers state-of-the-art engineering, field and digital solutions for projects with a strong focus on grid integration of large-scale renewable energy systems and electrification of processes.

You will join a fast-growing company that operates internationally. Which give you the opportunity to work on those international projects in the field of renewable energy and decarbonization. In return for your motivation and efforts, you get a great sense of autonomy. An environment with opportunities for personal development and growth. The company provides a strong diversity policy. In addition, the working language is English given their international character.

An attractive salary package is provided based on your experience and knowledge.

Your job

For the position of Electrical Engineer/Grid Engineer you will work on complex grid studies and optioneering studies as well as building digital twins for projects across Europe.

• You will work together with a team on each project.
• These projects do potentially involve various production sources such as solar, wind, CHP, hydro as well as battery storage and demand response processes.
• Coordinate grid studies between the grid operator and the developer/investor across Europe.
• Identify and manage the technical requirements for grid supporting services and the impact thereof on the plant design.
• Perform grid studies in Digsilent Powerfactory.
• You will continuously look for ways to optimize the work and processes.
• Close follow up and deep learning of the technical requirements of the energy market regarding ancillary services, imbalance, arbitrage, … to create the proper design for the given project.
• You will report to the Operations Director in Belgium.

Your profile

What are the qualifications for the position as Electrical Engineer within the renewable energy sector:

• You have minimum of 6 years of experience in a similar function in the field of distribution or transmission networks.
• You hold a master's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent by experience.
• Deep interest and passion about renewable energy projects connected to the medium- and high voltage grid.
• Excellent knowledge of European electrical codes & standards as well as their implementation practices.
• In-depth knowledge of RfG NC EU 2016/631 is a must.
• Proven experience with Type D simulations.
• Good understanding of electrical behaviour of intermittent production sources such as wind, solar and/or other renewable sources.
• Knowledge of software and controls for grid operation & control.
• Excellent working experience with PowerFactory software.
• You are fluent in English.