Grid Connections Manager

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy developer in the UK seeks a Grid Connections Manager to oversee a nationwide pipeline of Battery Energy Storage Systems. This pivotal role involves managing grid connections and collaborating with industry stakeholders to drive projects that support net-zero goals. Ideal candidates will have a robust technical background and relevant experience in the grid connection process.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in grid connections (DNO, developer, ICP or similar).
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of the UK grid.
• Experience with NESO Grid Code Compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing grid connections from feasibility to energisation.
• Liaising with DNOs, TOs, and ICPs.
• Supporting technical design and delivery coordination.

Skills

Technical understanding of UK grid infrastructure

Commercial understanding of grid connections

Project delivery

Tools

DIgSILENT

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Grid Connections Manager – Battery Storage

Have you got experience in navigating the UK grid connection process? Want to play a pivotal role in delivering utility-scale energy storage projects and make a big impact on net-zero?

One of the UK’s most exciting renewable energy developers is looking for a Grid Connections Manager to take ownership of grid connections across a 2GW nationwide pipeline of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), with individual sites ranging from 10MW to 100MW.

What you’ll be doing:

• Managing grid connections from feasibility to energisation
• Liaising with DNOs, TOs, and ICPs
• Supporting technical design, cashflow planning, and delivery coordination
• Staying on top of industry reforms and representing the business at key events

What we’re looking for:

• 3+ years’ experience in grid connections (DNO, developer, ICP or similar)
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of UK grid infrastructure
• Experience with NESO Grid Code Compliance and DIgSILENT (a plus)

Even if you don’t tick every box, if you're passionate about enabling clean energy deployment through smart grid integration, we would love to hear from you.

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