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Headquartered in Lausanne and powered by a strong portfolio of hydropower, nuclear, and renewable energy sources, we’re all about impact, for the climate, for people, and for the security of supply.\nMore than 1,300 colleagues from nearly 60 nationalities bring their energy to a shared purpose: Together for a better climate and an improved security of supply.\nWe work in a values-driven culture shaped by trust, curiosity, and respect. Our 4 company values have been co-created with our employees and are embedded in everything we do as a company:\n“We are ALP1Q “- reflects our team spirit\n“We learn and grow together” - we have courage\n“We share the steering wheel” - we take ownership\n“We focus on the outcome” - your impact matters\nAt Alpiq, your energy matters!\nMission\nJoin an international team dedicated to the development and delivery of hydroelectric projects in Europe. 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