Electrical Engineer — PV & BESS Design

Volt Infrastructure; Roma; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Volt Infrastructure in Italy is seeking a junior electrical engineer to support the design of utility-scale PV and BESS projects. You will prepare layouts, drawings, and grid connection documentation, learning the full development cycle from permitting to execution, collaborating with development and permitting teams and external designers.

The role emphasizes hands-on drafting in AutoCAD, GIS mapping in QGIS, and simulations with PVsyst/PVCase, with opportunities to progress toward a Project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Energy Engineering.
• 18+ months PV or BESS design experience.
• Experience preparing STMG applications using Terna/e-distribuzione portals.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, QGIS, MS Office; PVsyst or PVCase on real projects.
• Knowledge of CEI 0-16/0-21 Italian standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare preliminary plant layouts in AutoCAD based on site data and constraints.
• Prepare HV-MV single-line diagrams, technical drawings and reports for permitting.
• Prepare and upload STMG application documentation through Terna/e-distribuzione portals.
• Run PVsyst/PVCase simulations and power checks for different layouts.
• Support sizing and selection of modules, inverters and trackers.
• Map constraints and grid infrastructure in QGIS for feasibility studies.
• Participate in site visits and technical meetings with colleagues.
• Maintain technical archives: drawing registers and revision history.

Skills

AutoCAD

QGIS

PVCase

PVsyst

MS Office

Italian language

English language

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Energy Engineering

Tools

Terna/e-distribuzione portals

STMG portals

Python

Excel advanced

Job description

Volt Infrastructure is a company operating in Italy in the development and delivery of utility-scale renewable energy projects, with a strong focus on Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

The company is integrated across the entire project lifecycle, from land identification and early stage development through engineering, permitting, EPC contracting, construction, and delivery. Our engineering team plays a central role in ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and optimization of project performance, working within structured and standardized processes that are key to our success.

The role

You will prepare layouts, drawings and grid connection documentation for our projects. You will learn the full development cycle of utility-scale photovoltaic and energy storage plants in Italy, working with the development and permitting teams as well as external designers.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare preliminary plant layouts in AutoCAD based on site data and constraints: module/tracker arrangement, substations, BESS blocks, fencing, access roads and cable routes
• Prepare HV-MV single-line diagrams, technical drawings and reports for permitting procedures and STMG applications
• Prepare and upload STMG application documentation through the Terna and e-distribuzione portals; monitor status, deadlines and correspondence
• Run PVsyst/PVCase simulations and power checks for different layout options
• Support the sizing and selection of components (modules, inverters and trackers)
• Map constraints and grid infrastructure in QGIS (lines, primary substations and distances) to support feasibility studies
• Participate in site visits and technical meetings with colleagues and stakeholders
• Maintain the technical archive in good order: drawing registers, revisions and connection solutions for each project
• Liaise with external consultants regarding drawing updates and documentation requests

Essential requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Energy Engineering
• At least 18 months’ experience in PV or BESS design with a developer, EPC contractor or engineering consultancy
• Direct experience preparing STMG applications, using the Terna/e-distribuzione portals or preparing permitting documentation
• Good proficiency in AutoCAD, QGIS and Microsoft Office; experience using PVsyst or PVCase on real projects
• Knowledge of MV/LV systems and Italian standards (CEI 0-16, CEI 0-21)
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and confidence working with document-intensive processes
• Fluent Italian; good spoken and written English
• Team-oriented attitude, willingness to learn, motivation to work in renewable energy and willingness to travel occasionally

Desirable requirements

• Experience with BESS or agrivoltaic projects
• Experience on photovoltaic construction sites
• Python or advanced Excel skills for data and layout checks
• Registration with the Italian Register of Engineers (or currently pursuing registration)

What we offer

• Structured training across the full development cycle, with a clear pathway towards a Project Engineer role
• Meaningful responsibility from day one within a lean and dynamic team
• Indicative gross annual salary: €30,000–40,000, depending on experience