Senior Consultant – Power Grid & BESS / Energy Systems

MRC Consultants and Transaction Advisers, our subsidiary based in Madrid specialises in independent, high-quality advice through the full project cycle, from early feasibility to execution and post-implementation evaluation, with a focus on decarbonisation, renewable energy integration, energy storage and climate-resilient infrastructure.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Consultant to join our Power Grid & BESS / Energy Systems team in Madrid.

You will help develop and deliver innovative energy projects across Europe and internationally. The focus is on battery energy storage systems (BESS), covering techno-economic analysis, power system studies and implementation support, as well as the integration of renewable energy into modern power systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct techno-economic analyses for BESS and renewable energy projects, including feasibility studies and business model development.
• Support BESS implementation, from technical specification and procurement through to commissioning and performance validation.
• Carry out power system planning, simulation and expansion studies for developing-country contexts, with emphasis on renewable integration and grid stability, including experience with tools such as SDDP or similar.
• Prepare technical and economic content for consulting projects and proposals.
• Evaluate grid integration challenges and operational frameworks for BESS within project teams.
• Conduct market assessments and regulatory analysis for energy storage deployment.
• Contribute to capacity-building and training projects for clients.
• Support client engagement and project delivery across European and international markets.

Technical Skills

• MSc/MEng in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Engineering or related fields.
• 5 to 10 years of professional experience in energy sector consulting, utilities or IFIs, with work experience within Europe
• Demonstrated expertise in BESS technologies, covering both modelling and implementation, as well as renewable energy integration and power system analysis.
• Familiarity with wholesale power markets and their operation; experience with European frameworks (ENTSO-E, market coupling, day-ahead/intraday), 
• Experience with techno-economic modelling and dispatch optimisation.
• Familiarity with power system analysis tools (DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSS/E or similar).
• Familiarity with energy dispatch tools (SDDP, Plexos or similar)
• Experience with data analysis and modelling (Python, R or equivalent).
• Desirable
  • Strong understanding of European energy markets and regulatory frameworks.
  • Experience in project development or transaction advisory.
  • Knowledge of grid codes and technical standards for renewable integration

Soft skills

• Excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Fluency in English and Spanish; French is a plus.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, worldwide.

What We Offer:

• Hybrid working arrangement (2 days telework per week) at our Madrid headquarters
• Competitive salary based on experience, plus performance bonus
• Participation in Veolia's employee share-ownership plan
• 23 days holiday allowance
• Medical and dental insurance
• Staff canteen and additional Veolia group benefits
• Dynamic, multinational team environment
• Exposure to high-impact projects with leading international clients.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.