Senior Energy Market Expert

At VITO / EnergyVille, we work on future-proof energy systems that are flexible, decentralized and resilient. We develop next-generation solutions for energy, water and buildings & districts — affordable, clean and secure — that strengthen both industry and society. Always grounded in independent, science-based expertise. Join our Grid and Energy Markets team and take an active role in shaping tomorrow’s energy markets. We are looking for a senior expert with solid experience in the energy sector, motivated to turn deep market knowledge into practical insights, tools and solutions. In this role, you combine hands-on consulting with innovation. You support companies, system operators and policy makers with independent, science-based expertise, using advanced models and proof-of-concept tools to explore and demonstrate future energy market designs. You do not deliver standard consultancy advice, but you help stakeholders make informed decisions in a fast-evolving energy landscape — backed by robust and science-based analysis, neutrality and a strong understanding of real-world constraints. What you will do: You will act as a key senior expert in the field of electricity market design, focussing on challenges and solutions related to flexibility and renewable energy integration on transmission and distribution level. You will lead innovative market design and market intelligence consulting services to different stakeholders in the energy value chain. You will develop and apply advanced analytical tools to provide our industrial customers and policy makers with indepth insights into the everchanging energy market and power system challenges. You will prepare high-quality science-based reports and translate complex matter into concise and actionable key messages and insights to our customers. You stay up to date with industry trends, current and future energy market developments and upcoming regulatory changes to keep track of current and future market needs. You contribute to business development by engaging with current customers and potential prospects, responding to external request to secure new innovation and advanced consulting projects. You actively extend your network to expand the team’s portfolio of advanced innovation consultancy assignments within your area of expertise. You contribute to thought leadership initiatives and leverage your advanced knowledge and experience to feed back into energy market roadmaps and strategies. You hold a master's degree in engineering, Economics, Engineer or another relevant study, combined with at least 5 years of relevant experience within the energy sector (consultancy, regulator, energy utility, system operator). You have factual knowledge of how today’s energy markets are organized in Belgium and the EU. You have excellent communication and networking skills. You have experience with tendering processes and business development and you are used to working with different energy market stakeholders. You are fluent in English combined with fluency in Dutch or French. Offer Hybrid work flexibility – Your activities determine your workplace! You’ll primarily work from our EnergyVille Genk office, but remote work and other VITO locations (Mol, Berchem, Ghent, Ostend) are possible. Competitive salary package, including extra-legal benefits such as allowances, insurance, and modular holiday options. As a Senior Energy Market Expert you can expect a job with freedom, flexibility, and continuous growth opportunities in technical skills, leadership, and responsibility. Innovation is at our core – We invest in training and development, ensuring our team remains at the forefront of the industry. Does this sound like your next challenge? We’d love to hear from you!