Job Description

Welcome to ENGIE Laborelec!

Are you ready to drive technical innovation and shape the future of energy in the Middle East?

Location: Dubai – ENGIE Laborelec Middle East

Are you a technically versed professional with a strong ability to engage clients? Do you enjoy engaging and building relations ? ENGIE Laborelec Middle East is looking for a Junior Renewables Business Developer to support our commercial growth and energy transition ambitions in the AMEA markets.

In this new role, you’ll help diversify our customer base across AMEA with large-scale solar, wind, and BESS plants (in development or in operation).

You will join a passionate team of 4 Business Developers and report directly to the Regional Head of Sales.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES as a Junior Renewables Business Developer

• Actively acquire new customers by developing trust-based relationships with key stakeholders in renewables operations, and initiating strategic conversations that lead to new opportunities.
• Lead first rounds of conversations with decision makers to uncover operational pain points You will then involve senior business developers to translate these pain points into actionable input for internal experts, ensuring all proposals align with customer objectives and constraints.
• Help co-create tailored technical solutions in close collaboration with Laborelec’s subject matter experts, acting as the customer’s voice throughout the solution design process.
• Promote long-term value by prioritizing sustainable partnerships over short-term wins and by delivering solutions with real business impact
• Position and promote Laborelec’s solar, wind, and BESS renewable services across the region.
• Give support to the entire commercial process from prospecting to contract negotiation.

You will receive commercial mentoring by the local team and have the opportunity to evolve into a senior account management position, driving growth in renewable energy solutions across the AMEA region.

YOUR PROFILE as a Junior Renewables Business Developer

• Education & Experience: Engineering degree with less than Engie and other 5 years of experience in a technical / commercial role in renewables energy (solar, wind, BESS).
• Proven experience in Business Development.

• Consultative mindset focused on understanding customer challenges and co-developing impactful solutions.

• Technical affinity Ability to understand technical solutions and have relevant technical conversations with customers.
• Communication Strong interpersonal skills and fluent English speaker.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel frequently within the AMEA region.

WE OFFER YOU as a Junior Renewables Business Developer

• A high-impact role in the energy transition in the Middle East and Asia.
• Mentoring and coaching in your evolution as a Business Developer.
• Competitive compensation package, including housing and transport allowance.
• Schooling allowance for children up to secondary level.
• Full family medical coverage and one annual return flights home.
• Visa sponsorship and relocation support.
• Access to a wide range of training and development programs.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and purpose-driven work environment.

We'd love to hear from you if this opportunity sparks your interest.

MORE ABOUT US

Laborelec is a leading research and expertise center focused on electrical power technology, with a team of over 400 employees from diverse backgrounds. As part of ENGIE Research & Innovation, we support the entire electricity value chain, offering tailored solutions to a wide range of industries. We’re committed to a net-zero carbon future and to finding sustainable solutions for a better tomorrow!

Our headquarters is located in Linkebeek, Belgium, and we also operate from several other sites across Europe (France, the Netherlands), Latin-America (Chile) and Middle-East (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia & United Arab Emirates). Our customers, Engie and others, cover an international perimeter.

As a truly international organization, we expect a certain level of flexibility and openness to collaborate or occasionally work from these locations abroad, depending on project or business needs.

The position is based in Dubai, UAE. However, depending on project requirements, occasional travel or short-term assignments at our Headquarters in Linkebeek, Belgium may be part of the role.

Our commitment At ENGIE Laborelec, we’re building a diverse, inclusive team, reflecting the communities we serve, where everyone can thrive.

Discover more about our values here!