• Independent planning and coordination of tasks in the context of extending the functionality of decision support (Power Flow, Contingency Analysis, Optimal Power Flow etc.)
• Familiarisation with the use cases of mathematical optimisation in the transmission grid
• Familiarisation with Swissgrid's grid operation concepts (voltage stability, grid security, etc.)
• Developing pragmatic solutions for decision support in the transmission grid
• Contributing to projects from the first day, in close collaboration with various specialists

This is how you make the difference

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with an independent, analytical way of working for this versatile position. You also have the following:

• Student in engineering (e.g. electrical engineering, energy science, control engineering, operations research or comparable), ideally with a Bachelor's degree, with an overall understanding of the electricity industry and open to interdisciplinary activities
• Initial experience in the areas of transmission network modelling and/or mathematical optimisation
• Proficient in working with data and programming skills (MATLAB, Python or comparable)
• Very good knowledge of German or English

• Comprehensive insight into the electricity industry and its challenges, as well as in-depth insights into the development of the grid of the future
• Versatile and exciting tasks in a company that is unique in Switzerland
• Flexible working hours in a motivated team
• 25-30 working days holiday and company holidays between Christmas and New Year
• State-of-the-art working environment in the immediate vicinity of Aarau railway station
• Upon completion of the temporary position, opportunities to continue working for the company can be discussed if desired

About us

The business unit Market is Swissgrid's operational hub. The experienced specialists are responsible for transmission system operation and the markets for ancillary services. They also operate the congestion management at the Swiss borders and play an active role in shaping the development of the electricity market in Switzerland and Europe. At the heart of the Swiss electricity supply, in the Swissgrid control centre, various teams monitor and control the electricity flows in the grid around the clock.

Our Operational Decision Support team is responsible for the development and operation of applications for operational decision support, in close cooperation with the internal IT.