Senior Expert

Excited to work for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side-by-side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.

Senior Expert & Team Lead Electricity Market Studies

Reference ID: 9126

Function

Elia is looking to bolster its Scenarios, Market and Adequacy Analysis department in order to meet the challenges posed by the changing energy system. This department quantifies and analyses scenarios for the European energy mix and also carries out numerous (public or in-house) studies on the energy future of Belgium and Europe, security of supply and interconnection projects.
These include studies on security of supply over multiple time-frames conducted by Elia (proposed volumes for the Belgian capacity remuneration mechanism, 10-year adequacy and flexibility studies, prospective studies on the energy future like the recent 'Blueprint') or by ENTSO-E.

The department also conducts economic analyses of the high-voltage grid upgrade which are used in bilateral projects with other system operators or in connection with the federal development plan for the Elia grid or the European TYNDP (Ten Year Network Development Plan).
In addition, the department updates energy mix scenarios covering most of Europe, closely monitors the development of new technologies and establishes multiple future system paths (up to 2050) that are subsequently used in the various studies.

Some of these studies and the team's achievements are listed on the Elia website: Elia Studies

Your responsibilities

As a Senior Expert Electricity Market Studies & Team Lead you are responsible for a small team that performs studies by means of economic dispatch tools. Those are various studies from the creation of future flow-based domains, benefits analysis of various large-scale projects, contribution to the development plans of Elia, analysis of future market prices/economic parameters for the electricity market. You are responsible to establish the roadmap for the modelling framework used for market studies and the workplan for you and your team together with internal stakeholders. This implies leading the development of the tools (economic dispatch) used in the cost benefit analysis of future projects (interconnector, large scale projects such as the Princess Elisabeth Island…), but also performing economic studies on the future of electricity market indicators. You work closely with the grid and market development teams at Elia, as well as with various industry stakeholders (regulator, public services, market players, …). Given the nature of your duties, you interact regularly with different departments at Elia, as well as with ENTSO-E and in connection with research projects.

• You create, improve and use electricity market simulation model (ANTARES) at Elia.
• You define the roadmap for improvements of the different tools used by Elia.
• You are responsible for a small team of market analysts that are using the simulation tools for the different projects.
• You conduct electricity system market studies using economic dispatch models, analyse the findings and draw conclusions.
• In your areas of expertise, you contribute to the work done by the European system operators on security of supply and the development of the transmission system, particularly in connection with ENTSO-E and/or Synergrid.
• You foster an expertise network in your field.

Your Profile

• You have at least five years of experience in electricity market modelling or data analysis.
• You preferably already have people management experience, but this could also be your first role with a people management component.
• You have an in-depth knowledge of economic dispatch tools and preferable with ANTARES.
• You have a university degree in economy, engineering, mathematics, IT or data analysis.
• You express yourself clearly and concisely and are able to adapt your communication style to your audience.
• You have knowledge of and/or experience in statistics, econometrics and mathematical optimisation.
• You know how to code in a computer language (VBA, RStudio, Python, etc.) and you have an affinity for data processing (data science and data engineering).
• You follow developments in the energy sector on a daily basis.
• You have an analytical and innovative mind.
• You speak fluent French or Dutch and have a good command of English (the team's working language).

Offer

• Salary: a competitive salary package, allowance for representation expenses, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€8 per working day), eco-vouchers, sport & culture vouchers, bonuses based on individual and group results.
• Insurance: group insurance, hospitalisation insurance, ambulant care insurance for the whole family and also personal accident insurance.
• Vacation: You will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 5 additional vacation days, 6 local days, 4 exempt days (after 1 year of employment) and up to 5 long-service days (1 day for every 3 years in employment).
• Social fund: Sinterklaas and year-end vouchers, birth and marriage allowance. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or similar needs.
• Communication: you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop with internet reimbursement.
• Private PC plan: once every 3 years, a budget will be made available to you for a PC/tablet with software & peripherals for personal use.
• Discounts: you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill.
• Mobility: we will offer you a company car and public transport or a mobility budget.
• Elia shares: Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price.

Location

This office is easily accessible by public transport, a 5-minute walk from Schaarbeek station.

We also operate a hybrid work policy that allows you to combine working in the office and at home.

There's something electric in the air with this job offer

In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits:

A job full of variety with a top employer: Elia encourages innovation and collaboration. Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills.

Focus on personal growth and well-being at work: Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost. At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.

Development opportunities for a challenging career: At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.

A diverse team of passionate colleagues: Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon

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