Drive the digital heartbeat of tomorrow’s energy. At Luminus, our Production Department guarantees the continuity of the energy supply by maximising the conversion of wind and water power into electricity while ensuring the flexibility of our thermal power stations to compensate for periods of low renewable production. Safety and respect for the environment guides all our actions.

As OT Data Scientist, you turn data into smarter decisions and machines into intelligent systems. You’ll design and deploy advanced solutions to optimize processes and boost operational efficiency and reduce downtime. Your expertise in automation protocols and industrial cybersecurity will be key to our success.

What you’ll do

You design, develop and deploy advanced software solutions using AVEVA System Platform, OMI and related tools to boost performance in the electrical sector applications.
Transforming data into real-time insights, you build AI/ML models for predictive maintenance, fault detection and energy efficiency.
Ensuring smooth operations and clear data visibility, you create and maintain intuitive SCADA/HMI interfaces with AVEVA InTouch, Edge and Historian.
For smarter, faster decision-making on the floor, you integrate AI/ML capabilities into existing industrial systems.
You connect with PLC systems (Siemens, Rockwell, etc.) and use protocols like Modbus, OPC UA and MQTT for seamless device communication.
To deliver intelligent energy production and automation solutions, you collaborate with engineers, data scientists and IT teams.

What you bring

You hold a Master’s degree in Software, Electrical or Computer Engineering or a related field with 3+ years of experience in industrial automation for the electrical sector.
You're certified in AVEVA System Platform or AVEVA PI Administrator and proficient in tools like AVEVA InTouch, Historian, Predictive Analytics, Insight and Enterprise Integration.
You have hands-on experience integrating AI/ML frameworks with SCADA systems and using cloud-based analytics platforms and digital twin technologies.
You’re comfortable with industrial protocols (Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT) and adept at PLC integration (Siemens, Rockwell).
You know your way around electrical power management systems, substation automation, and renewable energy integration, with a strong grip on standards like IEC 61850 and NERC CIP.
You prioritize cybersecurity and system reliability, ensuring compliance with electrical sector best practices while delivering smart, scalable solutions.

Why join us

At Luminus, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of intelligent energy systems. Your work will drive innovation at the intersection of automation, data science and electrical engineering, making energy production smarter, more efficient and more sustainable.
You'll be part of a multidisciplinary environment where advanced technologies like AVEVA System Platform, AI/ML and SCADA solutions are used to optimize real-time performance and predictive insights.
Collaboration is in our DNA. You’ll work alongside engineers, data scientists and IT experts to tackle real-world challenges, from fault detection to energy efficiency.
You work from home or in a Luminus hub at Seraing or Gent. Nine-to-five, or not? There are options to make your schedule work for you.

What you’ll get in return?

The energy sector is one of the most rewarding industries in Belgium with a highly rewarding compensation and benefits package:

Competitive compensation: Attractive salary with a performance-based bonus that can be optimized to your personal preferences, plus meal vouchers.
Insurance & social benefits: Group insurance and hospitalization coverage for the entire family. Additional reimbursement for healthcare and pharmaceutical costs.
Mobility: Full reimbursement for public transport, kilometer-based cycling reimbursement and flexible mobility choices: you can choose between a company car or mobility budget.
Internet & communication: Home internet covered, reimbursement for a personal mobile device with a phone subscription.
Home Office: A fully-equipped home office, including an ergonomical ICT set-up.
Exclusive discounts: 30% off gas and electricity after six months, discounts on energy-saving services (e.g., solar panels, heat pumps) and reduced prices on top brands, amusement parks, festivals and more.

Luminus values e.v.e.r.y individual.

Are you looking for a workplace where you can truly be yourself, where you feel respected, supported regardless of your background, identity and unique story? Then you’ve come to the right place. Diversity equity and inclusion are not empty words for us — we grant that everyone can flourish and feel valued, so let’s build it together!

What does that mean in practice?
Do you have specific needs or require adjustments during the recruitment process or once you are hired? Let’s discuss about it and we’ll do our best to find a solution. We can also discuss if you want to work at 80% or 100%.

Together we make the difference

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