Project Engineer – EU Energy Programs

Job Title:

Project Engineer – EU Energy Programs

Location:

EEU - Germany (Bavaria), EEU - Germany (Berlin), EEU - Germany (North Rhine-Westphalia), EEU - Ireland Home Office, EEU - Spain (Barcelona City), EEU - Spain (Madrid City)

Job Summary And Description:

The Senior Project Engineer (Staff Level IV) will lead and oversee the entire project lifecycle, including:

• Identifying strategic R&I priorities and relevant EU funding opportunities
• Leading the coordination of proposal preparation and consortium building
• Overseeing the development of project agreements and contracting
• Driving project execution, including technical coordination, partner management, and reporting

You will collaborate closely with EPRI's global research teams, European members and stakeholders, and external project partners.

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Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess relevant European R&I calls (e.g., Horizon Europe, MSCA, Clean Energy Transition Partnership) to identify opportunities aligned with EPRI's priorities.
• Lead the preparation and strategic alignment of project proposals, including technical content, work plans, budgets, and administrative sections.
• Manage and mentor internal and external stakeholders, including EPRI researchers, consortium partners, and consultants during proposal and project phases.
• Lead the negotiation and setup of grant agreements and consortium agreements.
• Oversee and ensure successful day-to-day project implementation, including scheduling, budgeting, deliverables, and reporting.
• Promote compliance with European Commission (EC) requirements and internal EPRI policies.
• Lead knowledge dissemination and strategic communication, including workshops and public reports.
• Represent and advocate for EPRI Europe in high-level project meetings and European stakeholder forums as required

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, energy systems, or related fields.
• PhD is a strong plus, particularly in energy systems.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience with EU-funded R&I projects (e.g. Horizon Europe, Horizon 2020).
• Proven leadership in managing complex, multi-partner projects or large-scale proposals.
• Familiarity with the lifecycle of EC projects: from call screening and proposal writing to grant agreement, execution, and final reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of the European R&I landscape and energy sector policy context.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic communication, and organizational skills.
• Fluency in English (both verbal and written); additional European languages are a plus.
• Ability to lead teams and work independently in a dynamic, international environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office and common project management tools.

Additional Job Information:

This position is ideal for a self-starter with a proactive mindset and a strong interest in shaping the energy transition through collaborative research. You will contribute to cutting-edge European projects addressing energy system transformation, AI applications, grid modernization, and climate neutrality.