As a transmission system operator, we ensure the electricity supply for approximately 11 million people in Baden-Württemberg. We are building the infrastructure for the energy transition by maintaining, optimizing, and expanding the extra-high-voltage grid in line with demand. With our grid, we are not only transforming the state into an innovative electricity hub in the heart of Europe, but are also playing a key role in shaping the energy system of the future.
The System Operations division is responsible for the safe, environmentally sound, and efficient operation of the transmission grid and TransnetBW’s control area around the clock. In addition to controlling the 380- and 220-kilovolt transmission grid, this includes providing high-performance IT and infrastructure systems, trading on energy and balancing markets, HSE tasks, and the development of future-proof platform solutions for controlling the power grid.
Team Leader, Operational Grid Management (f/m/d)
Reference Number: 2162 Location: Wendlingen am Neckar
WHAT THIS JOB ENTAILS
- You will lead the “Operational Grid Management” team and be responsible for ensuring safe grid operations in Baden-Württemberg—both today and in light of the fundamentally changing energy system of the future.
- Your team is responsible for operational grid management at our main control center in a 24/7 shift operation and further develops grid management from a technical, organizational, and conceptual perspective.
- As part of the European interconnected grid and in close coordination with internal and external partners, you and your team ensure grid security during real-time operation of the transmission grid in Baden-Württemberg.
- You will further develop operational grid management concepts, particularly in congestion management and emergency operations, and incorporate grid management requirements into the further development of IT tools for control center workstations.
- In addition, you will take on cross-functional system management tasks, including those related to the infrastructure of our control center locations as well as the maintenance and further development of regulatory frameworks and operating agreements.
- You will collaborate with German and European transmission system operators, distribution system operators, power plants, government agencies, and national and international working groups, representing Operational Grid Management and TransnetBW.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE
- You have a master’s degree in electrical engineering, energy engineering, or a comparable qualification
- Ideally, you have experience in grid management, system management, control centers, grid operations, or a comparable technical field
- You enjoy taking on operational responsibility, making solution-oriented decisions, and providing guidance even in challenging situations
- You lead with respect, foster an open culture of error acknowledgment and feedback, and support employees in further developing their professional and personal strengths
- You combine a sense of responsibility with a willingness to embrace change and create an environment that fosters collaboration, reliability, and shared learning
- You communicate confidently in German and English; for this role, you need German language skills at the C2 level and English language skills at the B2 level
The position requires a background check and a security clearance. If you have any questions in advance, please feel free to contact the designated representative at TransnetBW.
BENEFITS AND PERKS FOR OUR EMPLOYEES
For us, an attractive work environment involves more than just a competitive salary. At TransnetBW, we prioritize a healthy balance between work, family, and leisure time. Learn more here about our monetary benefits and attractive additional perks.
- Collective Bargaining Agreement: An attractive package including a 36-hour workweek, Christmas bonus, vacation pay, and profit-sharing
- Work-from-Home: Work flexibly from home—made possible by a culture based on mutual trust
- Flexible Work: Self-directed time management and a fair flex-time account. You can’t get much more freedom and personal responsibility than this
- Retirement planning: A worry-free future with a company pension, private retirement savings, and deferred compensation
- Health Care: Occupational health and psychological services, vaccinations, and workplace assessments
- Onboarding program: A smooth start thanks to structured onboarding and support from a personal mentor
- Professional Development: Internal and external training opportunities support your individual growth
- Subsidized lunch*: The food in our cafeterias is fresh, balanced, and locally sourced—at great prices.
- Free Beverages: Water, coffee, and tea are provided free of charge
- Mobility options*: Stress-free commuting with a subsidized commuter pass, e-bike leasing, and free parking
- Sports groups*: Clear your head while playing soccer, jogging, doing yoga, biking, or rock climbing with a relaxed group of coworkers
- Family support: Active support in the areas of child and elder care
- Accident insurance: Worldwide coverage for work-related and personal accidents
- Short-Term Exchanges: Professional and cultural exchanges at other European TSOs on-site
- Leadership Development: Whether you’re young or experienced, we create the conditions for optimal leadership performance
- Employee Benefits Program: Special rates on insurance, rental cars, vacation homes, electronics, etc.
*The scope of benefits may vary by location
INTERESTED?
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Do you want to channel your energy into a good cause and find solutions to one of the greatest challenges of our time? Then we should get to know each other. We look forward to receiving your application.
We place great value on diversity and equal opportunity and welcome applications from everyone. We especially encourage applications from women.
Applicants with severe disabilities or those deemed equivalent will also receive special consideration if equally qualified via our application form.
Your Contact
Isabel Latzel
Heilbronner Str. 51-55
70191 Stuttgart
bewerbung@transnetbw.de
T: +49 711 21858-3606
We Do Not Discriminate
Diversity and inclusion are top priorities for us. Equal opportunity and the integration of all people are therefore of particular importance to us. We are convinced that a diverse workforce is a key factor in our success and welcome applications from people from underrepresented groups and those with health impairments.
Additionally, for the sake of simplicity, we use the masculine form on our website. Please feel included regardless—your personal strengths are what matter to us, regardless of your gender.