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Operation Programming Technician - Non-Peninsular Territories in Madrid

On-site in Madrid·Added 4 days ago (last checked 22 Oct)

Redeia

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On-site, Madrid
Education
University degree

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Redeia is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Madrid.

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Degree in Industrial Engineering, preferably with an electrical specialty. Equivalent or similar degrees and specialties will be valued.
  • 1 to 3 years of experience in tasks related to the operation of isolated electrical systems.
  • Initiative, creativity, proactivity at work, global vision, ability to coordinate teams, and adaptability to work in a multidisciplinary environment.
  • Communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Availability to travel sporadically.

Nice to have

  • Valuable knowledge of programming and data analytics.
  • Valuable experience in the preparation of reports for public administrations.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • A stable, quality job, where employability and functional mobility are key drivers for professional growth and development.
  • An environment that promotes diversity and equality.
  • Work-life balance, with different conciliation measures available to you.
  • A fair and competitive compensation model, aimed at reducing the pay gap between men and women and promoting equal opportunities.
  • A key project for the future within the sector. We look forward to having you on board to make it happen!.

The role

Do you want to be part of the leading company in the energy sector?
If you are motivated by the challenge of the energy transition in Spain and want to be part of it, are you up for the challenge?

Why Redeia?
We were born as the world's first TSO. Today, we are a global manager of essential electricity and telecommunications infrastructures and protagonists of the ecological and digital transformation. Redeia's identity reflects our true core: the grid. A grid composed of five brands, more than 2,100 professionals, and millions of people united by the value of what is essential.
Our purpose: to guarantee electricity supply and connectivity, driving a just ecological transition with sustainability criteria, highlighting our neutrality, and contributing to social and territorial cohesion. We are ready!

At Red Eléctrica, a Redeia company, more than 1,200 people are attentive to your every move, to bring you the energy you need at every moment. We transport electricity at high voltage and operate the electrical system providing a service of maximum quality.

We are looking to hire an Operation Programming Technician - Non-Peninsular Territories to join the Dp. Programación TNPs team at Red Eléctrica.

What you'll do

  • Define and apply operating criteria consistent with current regulations regarding operation scheduling, and analyze forecasting scenarios, in order to support decision-making prior to real-time, identifying operational risk situations in advance and proposing the necessary adjustments across different time horizons.
  • Identify, define, and validate functional requirements for new and existing scheduling support tools, aimed at improving the reliability and quality of the process.
  • Analyze electricity demand coverage across different time horizons, from the short to medium term, to evaluate the supply guarantee of the electrical system.
  • Manage frequency-power regulation and automatic activation balancing services, supporting compliance with obligations established in regulations, performing enablement tests for providers to integrate them into these services, and carrying out the associated monitoring. Likewise, collaborate in the operation and monitoring of the provision of interruptibility and/or active demand response services.
  • Coordinate maintenance plans for generating units, guaranteeing the supply guarantee and demand coverage.
  • Perform the annual and weekly programming of works on the transmission grid and their monitoring, evaluating their technical and operational feasibility through the corresponding security studies, to guarantee the quality and security of supply and coordinating the works with the generators, distributors, and consumers that may be affected in each case.
  • Define, develop, and keep updated the emergency and service restoration plans for the electrical system, coordinating the contributions of the organizational units and companies involved and participating in restoration training and exercises.
  • Define specific operating criteria for isolated and highly variable electrical systems, considering the uniqueness of their structure and generation mix.

About Redeia

Redeia (formerly Red Eléctrica de España) is a Spanish energy infrastructure group that operates as the transmission system operator (TSO) for Spain's electricity grid and also manages the national telecommunications network. The company is a global leader in its niche, with a significant international presence in Latin America and other regions, and is a key player in the energy transition, focusing on renewable energy integration and grid digitalization.

In Spain, Redeia is headquartered in Madrid and has a strong national presence, with offices in major cities. The company is known for its stable, long-term employment and its role as a strategic national infrastructure operator. For international professionals, Redeia offers opportunities in engineering, IT, and corporate roles, with a work culture that values technical excellence and professional development, though Spanish language proficiency is often important for many positions.

Industry
Energy Infrastructure
Founded
1985
Employees
5,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid
Website
redeia.es

Good to know if you are moving

  • Redeia is a Spanish state-owned company, offering stable, long-term employment in a strategic national infrastructure sector.
  • The company is a global leader in its niche, with operations in Latin America, providing international exposure and career opportunities.
  • While many roles are in Spanish, there are opportunities for international professionals, especially in engineering and IT, where English may be used.
  • The company is actively involved in the energy transition, making it a relevant employer for professionals in the renewable energy and grid digitalization fields.
  • Madrid is the primary hub, offering a high quality of life and a well-connected international environment.

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At Redeia we celebrate talent and diversity and are committed to an inclusive culture, where our employees work to generate value for society and improve people's lives, true to our ethical values: respect, integrity, and sustainability. We consider it essential to promote a quality work environment based on ethical behavior, respect, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment is integrated into our corporate culture and internal company policies. Are you going to miss the opportunity to develop with us? Come and meet us!

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