Senior Grid Connections Manager

Vallum Associates; Düsseldorf; Remote; EUR 80.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading player in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Senior Grid Connection Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of grid connection for utility-scale solar PV and battery storage projects across Germany. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in managing grid connections, with strong project management and negotiation skills in both German and English. This is a flexible remote role, requiring occasional travel.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience managing grid connection processes for renewable energy projects in Germany.
• Proven experience with Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• In-depth knowledge of German grid infrastructure and regulatory environment.

Aufgaben

• Lead grid connection for large-scale solar PV and BESS projects across Germany.
• Manage connection applications and negotiations with TSOs and DSOs.
• Assess grid capacity and feasibility at project sites.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Communication skills in German

Communication skills in English

Negotiation skills

Ausbildung

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

PSS®E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Grid Connection Manager (Germany)

Location: Remote within Germany (flexible on base location)

Language Requirements: Fluent German & English (written and spoken)

About the Role

A leading player in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Senior Grid Connection Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of grid connection for utility-scale solar PV and battery storage (BESS) projects across Germany.

In this high-impact role, you will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of grid connection processes – from early-stage feasibility through to energisation – ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective connection of renewable energy assets to the German grid.

This is a remote position, with flexibility around location within Germany. Occasional travel to project sites and TSO / DSO meetings may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead grid connection for large-scale solar PV and BESS projects across Germany
• Manage connection applications, negotiations, and approvals with TSOs (e.g. 50Hertz, TenneT, Amprion, TransnetBW) and DSOs
• Assess grid capacity and feasibility at project sites
• Prepare and submit technical documentation for grid applications
• Oversee grid timelines and budgets across multiple projects

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Renewable Energy, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience managing grid connection processes for utility-scale renewable energy projects in Germany.
• Proven experience with Solar PV and ideally Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• In-depth knowledge of German grid infrastructure and regulatory environment.
• Familiarity with the requirements of TSOs and DSOs including grid code compliance and application procedures.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to handle multiple grid processes in parallel.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both in German and English.
• Proficiency in power systems software tools (e.g., PSS®E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory) is a plus.

If you are interested, please get in touch or apply directly...