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Grid Connection Specialist
€50k - 60k per year
Energy Storage
Europe
Italy
Permanent
Remote

Grid Connection Specialist

Global Engineering Consultancy working across solar and BESS

Location: Ancona, Marche (remote working available)

Salary: €50,000 – €60,000

An exciting opportunity for a Grid Connection Specialist to join a leading engineering consultancy that is expanding its team to focus on grid connection projects. The company manages EPCs for the design and construction of utility-scale projects across a diversified portfolio of solar and energy storage assets throughout Europe, with this role based in their Italian branch.

In this position, you will have the opportunity to be part of a team working on a strong pipeline of 250 MW of BESS projects. This role is also well-suited to individuals who prefer a remote working environment.

This company is a global firm that values enthusiastic individuals with a passion for building a more sustainable future powered by clean energy. They are currently supporting some of Italy’s largest solar and BESS projects, up to 250 MW, making this an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, young team in the Italian grid sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support grid connection processes through direct communication with Terna for the company’s pipeline of BESS projects.
  • Lead the design of substations and HV transmission lines, with oversight of construction and commissioning phases.
  • Contribute to electrical design and layouts for projects, focusing on HV and MV systems.

Your Profile

  • 3- 5-year experience in renewable energy and grid connection sector.
  • Proven high-voltage experience, including MV-HV line design expertise.
  • Prior experience communicating with Terna, with the ability to confidently manage documentation.
  • Fluent in Italian and English.

Please apply or reach out to i.gilchrist-dick@pipermaddox.com if this role is of interest.

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