R&D Specialist

We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

Our Client Solutions R&D unit is looking for an R&D Specialist.

What you will do:

Participate in international Research & Development (R&D) projects focused on Client Solutions, contributing to the development, demonstration and scale-up of innovative solutions for the energy transition, particularly in the areas of industrial electrification, distributed resources (e.g. PV, e-mobility), energy communities, and energy flexibility. Key activities include:

• Contributing to the technical implementation of European R&D projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, technical reporting and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Developing technical specifications, use cases, system architectures and project reports.
• Supporting laboratory, pilot and field validation activities, including the monitoring of demonstrators and coordination with field teams, when applicable.
• Assessing the technical and economic feasibility of innovative solutions, including business cases, techno-economic models and new business models.
• Supporting the preparation of new project proposals and funding applications, including technical concept development, consortium building, proposal writing and budget negotiation.
• Developing knowledge, methodologies and tools to support EDP business units and contribute to international engineering consultancy projects and service provisions related to Client Solutions and energy transition topics.
• Contributing to the development of EDP's expertise in industrial electrification, distributed energy resources, energy communities and flexibility solutions.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Site: Lisbon/Porto

Type of contract: Uncertain-term contract 

What are we looking for:

• Master or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Energy and Environmental Engineering or closely related academic areas with relevant energy-related coursework.
• Knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas: Industrial Electrification, Energy Flexibility, Energy Communities, or Distributed Energy Resources (e.g. BIPV, AgriPV, e-mobility, etc...)
• Capacity to execute and deliver rigorous and well-balanced results in a timely manner, combined with a flexibility and agility to work on various themes/projects
• International mindset and excellent knowledge and use of English (in written and oral expression)
• A great team spirit, openness and ability to interact daily with internal and external stakeholders on various topics
• Knowledge on data analysis and programming;
• Good domain of Microsoft Office Tools: Excel, Word, Power Point
• Availability for short-term international trips (within the scope of the projects)
• Immense motivation, strong desire to learn, curiosity and a taste for challenging ideas and proposing new solutions

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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