Expert hybrid & flexibility projects

Linkebeek, Brussels suburbs, Belgium – Renewables & Urban Expertise

Are you excited about embarking on a journey with us towards a carbon-neutral world?

We are seeking a collaborative colleague who is passionate about making a positive impact on ENGIE Laborelec's success and overall performance. If you have a deep interest in the energy transition, power generation and technology, we urge you to explore this opportunity.

Bring your expertise, grow with us and build your career in a safe and diverse environment.

Who are we?

ENGIE Laborelec is a research and expertise centre focused on electrical power technology, with a team of over 380 employees from different backgrounds. We are part of the ENGIE Group, and more particularly the entity ENGIE Research & Innovation. We support the entire electricity value chain, providing customized expertise solutions to a diverse range of customers from various fields and industries. We are dedicated to achieving a net zero carbon future and finding sustainable solutions.

About the team

Laborelec’s Hybrid & Flexibility Projects Team is part of the Renewables & Urban Department. The team performs technical consulting services for the ENGIE Group and external clients. Activities relate to renewable hybrid power plants, typically consisting of large-scale photovoltaic, wind and battery storage assets. The team’s responsibilities include:

• Defining the research roadmap and supervising research programs for ENGIE.
• Testing and implementing innovative technologies to improve the design, operation and maintenance of hybrid power plants.
• Being an expertise service provider for developers, operators and asset managers of hybrid power plants, including digital tools, on-site inspection techniques, on-site measurement campaigns and integration of hardware solutions.
• Developing solutions to valorize the flexibility of hybrid assets in adapting energy and power supply and/or providing grid services.

What you’ll be doing

Your responsibilities as Expert Hybrid and Flexibility Projects(F/M/X)
 

• Develop the roadmap on research of renewable and hybrid plant technology
• Assess technical solutions by analysing and validating hybrid power plant control strategies
• Develop simulation models for hybrid power plant operation and optimizing control strategies focused on energy management
• Develop and exploit monitoring solutions and (SCADA) data for optimal plant operation and KPI analysis
• Realize tests in the laboratory with real-time simulation platform including Hardware-in-the-Loop.

You will work alongside a supportive team and will have access to professional development opportunities to help you grow in your own career.

If you identify with any of the following, we encourage you to apply!

Do you have ?

• An engineering degree or a PhD in electrical, electrotechnical, energy, automation engineering, or a related field and professional experience in simulation/modeling of hybrid plants or hybrid plant operation and control.
• Practical experience in the electrical testing and development of SCADA systems and plant control solutions.
• Knowledge of energy flexibility management in electricity markets - this is a plus.
• Thorough written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey convincing and clear deliverables for internal and external clients.
• The willingness to coach and guide junior team members (3 to 4 people) to further develop technical competences and bring quality results.

Here's a taste of what Laborelec offers you

• Flexible Working Environment: A green campus and hybrid workspace (3 days home working/week) offering flexibility for a good work/life balance. This position is open to 4/5th work regime.
• Employee Resource Groups: An exciting position in a prominent research and expertise center, with the possibility of further career development within ENGIE.
• An inspiring work environment: Shared with bold colleagues from different backgrounds.
• Learning & Development: Growth is a big reason people choose to join our team. We provide opportunities through “lunch and learn” programs, training, coaching, mentorship programs, and other workshops.
• Benefits: 34 leave days, 5 days free care for sick children, linen ironing service...
• Wellness: You will have access to our fun room and fitness space for your enjoyment and well-being.

Where we work

Our headquarters is based in Belgium (Linkebeek, near to Brussels), and we have several branches in Europe (France, Germany & the Netherlands), LATAM (Chile) and MESCAT (KSA & UAE).

Our values : The 4B’s

Be You, at Laborelec, we encourage you to be yourself and allow your skills and knowledge to shine through.

Be Safe, keeping our employees safe is our top priority.

Become, as a Laborelec employee, you can build your career.

Belong, join our dynamic community at Laborelec and become an integral part of our team.

Our commitment

At ENGIE Laborelec, we’re building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone can thrive, reflecting the communities we serve.

We'd love to hear from you if this opportunity sparks your interest.

Your HR contact:

Isabelle Croiset

E-mail: isabelle.croiset@external.engie.com

We believe any recruitment decision should be a sustainable one, taken by both parties and with full transparency. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have specific questions you want to get answered before applying.

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