Renewable Energy Electrical Engineer - Grid & Projects

Downing; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Downing Renewable Developments is seeking an ambitious Electrical Engineer to support the development, delivery and long‑term success of utility‑scale solar, wind and battery storage projects across the UK.

Working closely with our Senior Electrical Engineer and multidisciplinary project teams, you'll manage grid connections, review electrical designs and power system studies, and contribute to commissioning and successful handover through development to asset handover.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified Electrical Engineer or related discipline.
• 3+ years' experience in renewable energy, power systems or a related sector.
• Experience with electrical design, grid connections and power system studies.
• Knowledge of UK grid operators, connection processes and energy markets.
• Experience reviewing designs and identifying technical and cost efficiencies.
• Familiarity with commissioning, testing and grid compliance requirements.
• Understanding of CDM, health & safety and environmental requirements.
• Strong stakeholder management, problem-solving and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of renewable energy projects through all stages of development and construction
• Managing grid connection agreements and coordinating with DNOs, TSOs and other network operators
• Reviewing electrical designs and power system studies to ensure technical excellence and value optimisation
• Supporting commissioning, testing and grid compliance activities
• Managing grid connection works carried out by ICPs and DNOs, identifying risks and opportunities for technical and commercial improvements
• Completing tender processes for ICPs and specialist electrical consultants
• Monitoring technical compliance during project delivery and supporting successful project handover to asset management
• Collaborating with engineering, project delivery and commercial teams to solve complex technical challenges

Skills

Electrical design

Grid connections

Power system studies

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Downing Renewable Developments is seeking an ambitious Electrical Engineer to support the development, delivery and long‑term success of utility‑scale solar, wind and battery storage projects across the UK.

Working closely with our Senior Electrical Engineer and multidisciplinary project teams, you'll manage grid connections, review electrical designs and power system studies, and contribute to commissioning and successful handover through development to asset handover.