Infrastructure Planning Expert

TL;DR

Infrastructure Planning Expert (Energy): Advise on aligning open-source energy modelling tools with TSO planning and decision-making needs with an accent on bridging modelling tools and operational workflows. Focus on capacity expansion and production-cost models, institutional systems of change, and stakeholder engagement across regions.

Location: Europe (Remote-first), ideally based in or willing to relocate to Brussels, Belgium. Some work travel required.

Salary: EUR 70k-90k gross per annum, based on experience

Company

Remote-first non-profit developing open-source tools and data solutions for global energy and grid planning.

What you will do

• Advise on integrating long-term energy planning into TSO operational and investment decisions.
• Bridge open-source modelling tools with internal TSO planning workflows.
• Provide insights on how capacity expansion and production-cost models inform infrastructure planning.
• Identify institutional processes and regulatory oversight for model adoption in TSOs.
• Design capacity-building sessions and documentation for TSO analytical needs.
• Mentor staff on TSO processes, decision frameworks, and policy drivers.
• Engage with TSOs, regulators, and planning bodies.

Requirements

• 7+ years in Transmission System Operator, system planning consultancy, or regulatory body in power system transformation.
• Experience in energy planning, capacity expansion, or production-cost modelling.
• Familiarity with long-term studies and regulatory/investment processes.
• Strong understanding of decarbonization, system flexibility, and cross-sectoral integration.
• Fluency in English.
• Thrive in self-managed, remote, transparent culture with initiative and ownership.

Nice to have

• Worked at a TSO, startup, or in energy sector.
• Located in or willing to relocate to Brussels, Belgium.
• Other languages.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible, autonomous work with zero micro-management.
• Transparent, empathetic culture emphasizing trust, humility, diversity, and collaboration.
• Flat hierarchy with open-door policy and reciprocal feedback.
• Competitive salary with growth potential; benefits depend on region.
• Supportive onboarding and training tailored to your goals.
• Opportunity to shape company culture as we grow.

Hiring process

• Apply via Greenhouse with CV, cover letter, LinkedIn, salary expectations, and start date.
• Shortlisting, screening call with People Team, interviews for competency and culture fit.
• Possible written assignment; offer and onboarding.