Grid Connection Lead – Spain (BESS & Solar)

NetZero; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus 10–20%

Private health insurance after prob.

26 days annual leave

Holiday gifts €100–€150

Travel allowance

Job summary

NetZero is seeking a Grid Connection Manager to lead delivery across its Spanish portfolio, from access applications to COD. You will coordinate with REE, DSOs and authorities and oversee HV/MV substations, energisation and commissioning in a hybrid Madrid-based role.

The ideal candidate has 8–15 years of grid connection experience in Spain, hands-on commissioning, and strong project management. Fluency in Spanish and English is required, with willingness to travel for site visits and

Qualifications

• 8–15 years in grid connection with permitting to COD.
• Deep knowledge of Spain's access and connection process.
• Hands-on commissioning and energisation of substations/HV/MV.
• Experience engaging with REE, DSOs and public authorities.
• Strong technical judgement and multi-project management.
• Native Spanish and English at B2–C1.
• Based in Madrid or willing to work from Madrid.
• Experience with utility-scale BESS or solar PV in Spain.

Responsibilities

• Own the grid connection process from development to COD.
• Manage access and connection applications, permits and authorisations to legalisation.
• Lead engagement with REE, DSOs and local authorities.
• Coordinate connection requirements with development, engineering and construction teams.
• Oversee delivery of substations and HV/MV connection infrastructure.
• Take an active role in commissioning and energisation, coordinating testing and approvals.
• Manage connection schedules, costs and risks to avoid delays.
• Ensure complete documentation and approvals for handover.

Skills

Grid connection

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

BESS and PV experience

Spanish-English bilingual

Regulatory knowledge

Site visits readiness

Job description

NetZero is seeking a Grid Connection Manager to lead delivery across its Spanish portfolio, from access applications to COD. You will coordinate with REE, DSOs and authorities and oversee HV/MV substations, energisation and commissioning in a hybrid Madrid-based role.

The ideal candidate has 8–15 years of grid connection experience in Spain, hands-on commissioning, and strong project management. Fluency in Spanish and English is required, with willingness to travel for site visits and