Description
Vattenfall is a European energy company with approximately 20,000 employees. For more than 100 years, we have electrified industries, supplied energy to people's homes, and modernized our way of living through innovation and cooperation.
We are looking for an Asset Optimization Manager – Intraday to join our Dispatch Continental department in Hamburg. In this role, you will be part of a dynamic 24/7 shift team responsible for optimizing the dispatch of our renewable assets, in particular wind, solar, and pump storage assets, batteries, and conventional assets for district heating.
Responsibilities
- Operate in a 24/7 shift setup to support intraday optimization of our asset portfolio.
- Maximize portfolio value through real-time decision-making based on market prices and asset availability.
- Ensure reliable delivery of ancillary services and participate in intraday auctions.
- Collaborate on the development of automation tools, algorithms, and IT systems in an agile environment.
- Monitor data flows and quality, and contribute to continuous process improvement.
- Coordinate with power plant teams on operational status and maintenance planning.
- Decide on how we run our assets.
Qualifications
- A university degree in engineering, economics, natural sciences, meteorology, or a comparable qualification.
- At least three years of relevant work experience.
- Interest in energy markets and/or experience in power plant operations is a plus.
- Strong analytical mindset and a structured approach to problem-solving.
- Basic experience with Python and a curiosity for data-driven decision-making.
- Willingness to work in a rotating shift schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Proficiency in English and German; Dutch is a bonus.
Benefits Your development is a priority at Vattenfall BA Markets. Your professional journey will benefit from working in the exciting industry of energy trading, and in interdisciplinary teams. To support your career, we offer opportunities to grow through training, job rotations, talent programs, and a working environment that stimulates learning. Our work culture at Vattenfall is excellent. We have an open corporate culture with flat hierarchies. Modern and flexible working conditions, including mobile work, promote wellbeing. In Germany, our work week consists of 37.5 hours with, in many cases, the possibility to work part-time. Up to 49% of your working time can be mobile work, and you are entitled to 30 days of vacation per year. Your health is important to us. We provide several health programs and support throughout potentially challenging life situations.