Senior Power System Expert

About the role

Elia Grid International (EGI), a global engineering consultancy within the Elia Group and 50Hertz, is strengthening its Power System Operations and Security team. It seeks experienced professionals in transmission system operation to join local and international projects on renewable energy integration, security of supply, sustainability and economic efficiency of power systems. The role is based in Brussels, with mobility of 30% worldwide.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze and define operational principles
• Define and validate models
• Perform steady-state calculations such as load flow and short-circuit studies
• Carry out dynamic stability analysis (frequency and voltage stability)
• Run grid code and connection compliance studies
• Support analysis of grid reliability and security, including capacity calculation, balancing and operational planning
• Help business development teams identify opportunities by building client relationships and developing proposals

Required profile

• Master's degree in Engineering or Applied Mathematics/Physics
• 10+ years of experience in Power System Operations and Security, including balancing, RES system integration and modern technological solutions
• Ability to turn complex data into strategic insights and actions
• Fluent English; knowledge of German, Dutch and/or French is a strong asset

Required skills

• Power system simulation tools such as PowerFactory and PSSE
• Load flow and short-circuit calculations
• Dynamic stability analysis

What we offer

• Permanent contract or freelance position
• Competitive salary and extensive fringe benefits
• International environment in a fast-growing company
• Training and personal development opportunities