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Working Student (m/f/d) Grid Compliance

Fluence4 days agoWorking Student
HybridEnglish requiredGerman is a plus (not required)EngineeringElectrical Engineering

Required skills

Grid ComplianceEMT SimulationsPSCADAI ToolsRMS SimulationsBattery Energy StoragePower System ModellingRenewable Energy SystemsDIgSILENT PowerFactoryScriptingPSS/EC++PythonMATLAB/Simulink

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Description provided by Fluence

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.

Job Description

As a Working Student – Grid Compliance, you will support the EU - Grid Compliance Engineering team in ensuring that Fluence’s battery energy storage and renewable energy solutions comply with applicable grid codes and interconnection requirements across multiple markets.

You will work closely with experienced grid‑compliance engineers and collaborate with cross‑functional teams across systems, controls, software, and project engineering. This role provides hands‑on exposure to real grid‑connection projects and power‑system studies, offering an excellent opportunity to deepen your technical expertise while contributing directly to the energy transition.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support grid‑compliance engineering activities for battery energy storage systems (BESS) and renewable energy projects across the EMEA region
  • Assist with grid studies and modelling activities, including EMT and RMS simulations using tools such as PSCAD, PSS®E, or DIgSILENT PowerFactory
  • Contribute to feasibility, locational, and preliminary technical assessments to support grid‑connection strategies
  • Support the review of third‑party grid‑modelling studies, including technical checks and clarification of assumptions
  • Assist with coordination and communication with internal teams, customers, consultants, and grid operators, including participation in meetings and preparation of technical inputs
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including development of internal tools, processes, and documentation related to grid‑compliance workflows
  • Work closely with colleagues across the wider Engineering organization and gain insight into the full project lifecycle

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a closely related field (completed)
  • Currently enrolled in a Master of Science (MSc) program in Power Systems Engineering or a related discipline (e.g. Electrical Engineering with a power‑systems focus)
  • Solid academic foundation in power systems, electrical networks, and grid‑connected equipment
  • Exposure to power‑system modelling or simulation tools (e.g. PSCAD, PSS®E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, MATLAB/Simulink)
  • Programming or scripting experience in Python and/or C/C++ is an advantage
  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken; additional European languages are a plus
  • Interest in grid compliance, grid codes, renewable energy systems, and/or battery energy storage
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to work through complex technical topics in a structured way
  • Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in an international, multidisciplinary team
  • Proactive, reliable, and motivated by clean energy and sustainable technologies
  • Exposure to AI-based tools (e.g., generative AI, data analytics, or automation tools) and an interest in leveraging them to improve engineering workflows and technical problem-solving

What We Offer

  • Hands‑on experience in grid‑compliance engineering within a global leader in energy storage and optimization software
  • Flexible working hours compatible with university studies and the option for hybrid work
  • Close mentorship from experienced grid‑compliance engineers and exposure to real customer projects
  • A collaborative, international engineering environment with a strong focus on innovation and the energy transition
  • All necessary equipment provided to support effective and flexible working

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

Working student essentials

What this Engineering working student role in Berlin means for you: the weekly-hours rules, the social-contribution perks, and what international students should check before applying.

Weekly hours

Working students may work up to 20 hours a week during the semester and full-time during the breaks. Staying within this keeps your student status and the Werkstudent benefits.

Working student rules

Social contributions

Under the Werkstudentenprivileg you're exempt from health, care and unemployment insurance contributions — only pension insurance applies. That leaves more net pay than a regular job.

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International students

Non-EU students can work 140 full or 280 half days per year (raised from 120/240 in March 2024). A working student contract usually fits within this — confirm the exact limits printed on your residence permit.

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