Electrical Engineer

Skyray; Lyon; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

International projects

Permanent contract

Job summary

Skyray, based in Lyon, France, seeks an Electrical Engineer to contribute to the design and technical review of utility-scale PV and battery storage projects across Europe. You will perform electrical studies, grid connection analyses and support project delivery.

Join a multinational engineering team; you will collaborate with colleagues across Europe, develop your power-system modelling skills, and support client and supplier discussions.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 1–5 years post-graduation experience in electrical studies and design.
• Experience in design offices, engineering consultancy, EPC or energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review electrical studies, single-line diagrams and technical docs.
• Size cables, calculate voltage drops and losses, assist earthing and protection studies.
• Contribute to equipment selection and interfaces for PV and storage installations.
• Support grid connection studies and power-system modelling with senior staff.
• Collaborate across European offices to ensure deliverable quality and traceability.

Skills

Electrical studies

Power systems

Analytical mindset

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree or Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Caneco

AutoCAD

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Job description

Skyray is an engineering and consultancy company specialising in the design, support and delivery of utility-scale photovoltaic and energy storage projects connected to medium- and high-voltage grids. Skyray supports complex projects in France and across Europe, with offices in Lyon, Lisbon, Bristol and Milan. We collaborate and share knowledge across our European team.

Purpose of the Role

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to contribute to the design and technical review of utility-scale photovoltaic and battery energy storage projects in Europe.

Within our Electrical team, you will work on electrical studies, grid connection and technical project support.

You will also contribute to developing the team’s technical skills and capturing and sharing lessons learned.

Main Responsibilities

Electrical Studies and Design

• Prepare and review electrical studies, calculation notes, single-line diagrams and technical documentation.
• Size cables, calculate voltage drops and electrical losses, and contribute to earthing and protection studies.
• Contribute to the selection and specification of electrical equipment, including transformers, switchgear, cables and protection systems.
• Analyse studies and documentation submitted by contractors and suppliers, identify inconsistencies and propose appropriate solutions.
• Verify compliance with applicable standards, project specifications and grid connection requirements.

Grid Connection and Power System Studies

• Contribute to grid connection studies and the analysis of electrical network behaviour.
• Depending on your experience, carry out or contribute to load flow, short-circuit, reactive power and harmonic studies.
• Use electrical calculation and simulation tools and develop your power system modelling skills with support from experienced colleagues.

Project Support and Energy Storage Integration

• Provide technical support during design, supplier tendering, construction and commissioning.
• Participate in technical discussions with clients, contractors, suppliers and network operators.
• Contribute to the review of electrical interfaces for photovoltaic and energy storage installations, technical specifications and testing documentation.
• Participate in site visits and help identify and resolve technical issues.

Collaboration and Quality

• Collaborate with the design, electrical, civil engineering and construction monitoring teams across our European offices.
• Check the quality and consistency of your deliverables and ensure the traceability of your studies.
• Organise your tasks, communicate progress and flag difficulties or support needs.
• Contribute to improvements in engineering tools and methods.

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• Engineering degree or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems or a related discipline.
• 1 to 5 years of post-graduation experience, including hands‑on experience in electrical studies and design.
• Experience gained in a design office, engineering consultancy, EPC contractor, network operator or industrial environment.

Technical Skills

• Experience using electrical calculation, design or simulation tools such as Caneco, AutoCAD, DIgSILENT PowerFactory or equivalent software.

Languages

• Fluency in French is essential.
• Professional English at C1 level is required to work with international colleagues and stakeholders.

Professional Qualities

• Rigour, autonomy and an analytical mindset.
• Ability to challenge technical proposals and represent the client’s interests.
• Team spirit, the ability to explain technical concepts clearly and strong interpersonal skills.

Additional Skills and Experience Valued

• Experience with HV infrastructure, electrical substations or grid connection projects.
• Understanding of reactive power and electrical network behaviour.
• Experience performing RMS studies using DIgSILENT PowerFactory or equivalent software. Knowledge of EMT studies and PSCAD would be a further advantage.
• Knowledge of battery energy storage system integration, including electrical and control interfaces, BMS, testing and commissioning, performance requirements and warranties.

What We Offer

• Varied assignments on international PV and energy storage projects.
• A permanent position with flexible working arrangements: office-based work in Lyon, one day of remote working per week and occasional travel within Europe.
• A collaborative “one-team” culture: at Skyray, you will work in a dynamic, growing international environment where your expertise matters. You will help shape the technical strategy and support the development of the teams’ skills.
• Strong values: environmental commitment to sustainable and responsible practices, technical excellence, respect and care for others, and a flexible working environment.

An inclusive opportunity: We welcome applications from all experienced candidates, regardless of age, background or origin. Diversity and intercultural collaboration are our strengths.