(Senior) Consultant - Power System Operations & Planning
Deliver high-quality technical work, lead client workstreams and deepen your consulting impact across Europe.
WHO WE ARE
Magnus Energy helps organisations navigate the energy transition. As one of Europe’s leading energy consultancies, we support system operators, energy suppliers, regulatory authorities and many others from strategy through to delivery. From setting a new direction and reshaping organisations, to moving projects forward, delivering change and optimising operations.
Our diverse international team includes technical experts, programme managers, management consultants and pragmatic problem-solvers. With 17+ nationalities across five European hubs, we cover every aspect of the energy transition - working towards a secure, sustainable and affordable energy system, and a bright future for all.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
As a (Senior) Consultant - Power System Operations & Planning, you will support leading European energy organisations in solving complex operational and power-system challenges. You will work with TSOs, RCCs, DSOs, and technology providers and contribute to the further development of Magnus Energy’s capabilities in Power System Operations & Planning.
We welcome Consultants (1-3 years) and Senior Consultants (3-5 years) who are eager to apply their technical expertise to real-world energy challenges with responsibilities tailored to suit your experience and ambitions.
In summary, you will:
Deliver technical consulting assignments related to operational planning, regional coordination and power system studies.
Perform transmission-network modelling, load-flow analysis and contingency analysis, and translate results into decision-ready insights.
Lead defined technical workstreams and coordinate effectively with client experts, project managers and other stakeholders.
Contribute to client workshops, presentations, proposals and tender responses.
Use Python or other scripting approaches to improve analysis, automate repeatable activities and enhance delivery quality.
Support the development of methodologies, reusable analytical approaches and knowledge assets, while sharing expertise and supporting the development of colleagues and team members.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for analytical, power-system professionals with a strong technical foundation and the ambition to deepen both technical and consulting expertise. You work autonomously, communicate complex findings clearly and take responsibility for high-quality results.
You bring:
A BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Systems or a related discipline.
1-5 years of relevant professional experience, preferably within an energy or power-system consultancy, TSO, RCC, DSO or technology provider.
Good knowledge of power system operations and operational-planning processes.
Practical experience in transmission-network modelling, load-flow analysis and contingency analysis.
Experience working directly with clients or stakeholders and independently delivering technical workstreams.
Hands-on experience with Python or another scripting or programming language.
Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to grasp complex concepts and convey them succinctly.
Professional proficiency in English (minimum C1). Fluency in Dutch, German French or another European language, preferred with the ability to work effectively in an international environment.
Good to have:
Experience with DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSS®E, Pandapower or comparable power-system analysis software.
Experience with dynamic studies, distribution-network modelling or data-quality and validation workflows.
Exposure to Regional Coordination Centre processes.
Knowledge of CIM/CGMES, Network Code profiles and power-system data exchange.
Experience contributing to proposals or tenders.
WHAT WE OFFER
Why choose Magnus Energy?
A stimulating working environment: an team of around 110+ consultants and experts. All motivated professionals who respect each other and want to learn from each other. No egos, but commitment and fun.
A truly international team. Our international team with 17+ nationalities works from offices in Naarden, (the Netherlands) and satellite offices in Cologne (Germany), Brussels (Belgium), Copenhagen (Denmark) and Vienna (Austria).
A flexible way of working: Working for a variety of clients across Europe, we offer a flexible work environment tuned to the new work approach.
A unique opportunity for professional growth. We highly value the professional growth of our team. You will learn most "on the job" in this challenging position and work environment.
A professional academy. Next to this, we offer an extensive training program. Our Magnus Energy Academy provides a diverse programme, from courses targeting the skills and knowledge needed to perform as a consultant in the energy sector, to more specialised courses designed to complement your chosen growth path. We are always developing new trainings to keep meeting our consultants’ needs.
And, most importantly, the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable and resilient energy system across Europe - and a bright future for all.
Sounds good? Apply below!
- Department
- Technical Advisory
- Locations
- Brussels (Belgium), Naarden, The Netherlands, Vienna (Austria)
- Remote status
- Hybrid