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Battery Storage Project Developer

  • Eneco - Rotterdam
  • Engineering (bachelor's & master's)
  • > 5 years
  • €86.000 - €128.000
  • 32 - 40 hours
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  • You develop energy storage projects – with a strong focus on battery storage – in the Germany or the Netherlands.

  • You act as the central point of contact for the latest commercial, technological, and regulatory developments in battery storage across all Eneco countries.

  • You contribute to expanding Eneco’s portfolio of flexible energy capacity.

Why choose Eneco?

The energy transition is in full swing, and Eneco is leading the way. Our mission: climate neutrality by 2035. Every day, we take new steps toward a sustainable future. We are phasing out gas, building more wind and solar parks, expanding our heating network, and developing innovative storage solutions for heat and electricity. In doing so, we not only reduce our own emissions but also support our customers in doing the same.

What you’ll do

You will initiate and lead battery storage projects, aligning optimal project solutions with internal and external stakeholders up to the investment decision.

As an expert in battery storage, you stay ahead of new trends and developments in this rapidly evolving market. You understand the regulatory landscape and contribute to lobby efforts. With your expertise, you help shape the long-term strategic position of Eneco’s Flex Value Chain and support other teams such as Eneco RES Belgium or LichtBlick in project development.

Is this about you?

You are passionate about the energy transition, a natural connector, and a decision‑maker with an entrepreneurial and energetic mindset. You turn ideas into solutions and work collaboratively to achieve shared goals.

You also bring:

  • At least 7 years of relevant work experience and a university degree (BSc/MSc) in (Electrical) Energy, Sustainable Energy, or a comparable field.
  • Proven ability to bring together diverse internal and external stakeholders and foster commitment to shared goals.
  • Strong knowledge of energy markets and battery storage.
  • The ability to make decisions and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to present compellingly and translate complex topics into clear messages.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify key project parameters and optimize them.
  • Fluency in English and a good command of Dutch. Proficiency in German is mandatory for this role. Candidates who do not speak German cannot be considered.

You’ll be responsible for

  • Lead the project development team from early stage to final investment decision (FID).
  • Define the optimal business case from a market, technical, or commercial perspective.
  • Work closely with teams such as Portfolio Optimisation, Asset Realization, Asset Operations, Procurement, and Engineering to achieve the strongest business case and reach FID/COD quickly.
  • Stay informed about commercial and technical innovations in close collaboration with Procurement.
  • Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including landowners, permitting authorities, and grid operators.

This is where you’ll work

You will work from Eneco’s headquarters in Rotterdam, close to Rotterdam Alexander train and metro station. The Development BESS NL team is part of the broader Development department within Eneco’s Flex Value Chain. This team develops, invests in, realizes, and operates sustainable assets such as electrolysers, battery systems, and industrial energy solutions.

As a Battery Storage Project Developer, you join a growing team of around 15 professionals with diverse backgrounds. While each project developer manages their own projects, teamwork is essential, and you collaborate frequently with teams such as Portfolio Optimisation, Engineering & Realization, Eneco Business, and Regulatory Affairs.

What we have to offer

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Gross annual salary between €86.000 and €128.000

Including FlexBudget, 8% holiday allowance, and depending on your role a bonus or collective profit sharing.
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FlexBudget

Including FlexBudget, 8% holiday allowance, and depending on your role a bonus or collective profit sharing. Have it paid out, use it to buy extra holiday days or save it up for something nice, it's up to you.
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Personal and professional growth

Eneco is fully committed to help you in your personal and professional development.
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Hybrid working: home, office or abroad

Work 40% at the office, 40% from home, and 20% flexibly. With manager approval, you may work abroad (within approved countries) up to 3 weeks/year, max 2 consecutively.

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Work that works for you and the climate

If you decide on a career at Eneco, you are choosing ambition, growth and opportunities. You will have all the space you want to improve yourself and do your job the way that suits you best, which includes having a good work-life balance. You can work to a flexible schedule and work partly from home if your role allows it.
That is how you can work on your own future and on the future of the world. After all, you and your 4,000 colleagues are committed to our mission: climate neutrality by 2035. We assist customers to accelerate their sustainability efforts, devise innovative solutions and seize opportunities with both hands. Are you ready?

The phases of our application procedure:

Application procedure, 1 applying, 2 introduction interview, 3 online assessment, 4 follo-up interview, 5 offer time and 6 congratulations with your new job

Want to know more about this job function?

For questions about this role, please reach out to Nadina Baghina, Domain Manager BESS NL, at +31 6 25 31 88 05.

For questions about the recruitment process, contact Recruiter Janny van Logten at +31 6 54 35 45 69 or [email protected].

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Questions about the application procedure

Feel free to contact our recruiter:

Janny van Logten

+31654354569

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