Working Student in Reliability Engineering - Flexible Generation d/f/m

RWE Generation SE
To start as soon as possible, part time, fixed term (12 months)

As a working student, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to the continuous achievement of technical and commercial excellence across all gas cluster generation plants within our pan-European business, boasting a generation capacity exceeding 16,000 MW.

Your role will encompass supporting the plants and the Engineers, using predictive analytics and, as well as engaging in portfolio-wide analyses, reports, and improvement measures. You will become part of the RIEO-Taskforce (Reliability, Integrity, Efficiency Optimisation) within the Information and Analytics team within Gas Asset Management.

About the role

• Assisting in the derivation, analysis, and effective presentation of data and information for the company, in close collaboration with colleagues, in asset-based and portfolio roles.
• Maintaining and utilising plant modelling tools to proactively identify issues, thereby optimising the performance and availability of our power plants.
• Participating in the digitalisation of RWE Generation through lighthouse projects such as “Centralised Performance Monitoring” and “Mara” (Maintenance & Asset Reliability Assistant).
• Aiding in the automated evaluation of operational data.

Job requirements and experience

• Advanced studies (at least 4th semester) in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Natural Sciences with demonstrably excellent academic performance.
• Technical acumen, quick comprehension, and strong analytical and conceptual abilities to delve into energy technology topics.
• High standards for work quality, supported by a structured approach, analytical thinking, and a hands-on attitude.
• Independent working capability in virtual, analogue, and hybrid environments, coupled with team spirit and effective communication.
• Proficient in German and English, both written and spoken.

Advantageous, but not essential

• Initial experience with Condition Monitoring Tools (e.g., SPC, Smart Signal, etc.) and/or context-based analysis tools (e.g., Seeq, Visplore, etc.).
• Completed modules in Thermodynamics and/or process engineering.

RWE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment – we value your passion, your willingness to learn and your desire to thrive. So, if you don’t display all the skills above but think this is the job for you, need flexible working arrangements or adjustments which aren’t outlined already, we would still like to hear from you.

Your Benefits

• Trust-based teamwork with the scope for independent activity.
• An international team within an interesting and dynamic work environment.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate exam periods or semester breaks, allowing you to harmoniously balance university life and professional commitments.
• A nurturing environment for personal and professional development.
• The chance to build networks within an international and dynamic company and establish initial contacts in the professional world.
• A central location with excellent public transport connectivity.

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 92792, application period: 17.07.2026
Any questions? Contact HR: Nina Jänecke, +49 1515 5770087

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Generation provides a flexible mix for a powerful future. With a team of around 3,500 employees, the division operates flexible gas power plants, bioenergy facilities, and hydropower stations in Germany, the Netherlands, the UK, and Turkey. These assets play a vital role in balancing the supply of renewable energy during periods of fluctuation, thereby ensuring the stability of the power grid. Recognising the importance of energy storage, RWE Generation is integrating battery systems into its operations and pioneering hydrogen-powered technologies — an essential element for storing renewable energy for when it is needed most. As a long-standing partner for the regions in which we operate, our reliable, clean and flexible assets enable us to play a key role in decarbonising the energy system. Our team continues to be inventive, using their experience, talent and sunrise technologies to be the cornerstone our society can rely on.