Electrical Engineer - Solar Systems

trtwo; Italia; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

trtwo is seeking an Electrical Engineer specializing in photovoltaic systems to design solar farm electrical layouts, perform PVsyst simulations, and oversee installation phases.

You will work on 100 kW to 10 MW projects, coordinate with construction teams, prepare permitting documents, and contribute to the energy transition and sustainability goals.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Energy Engineering.
• 2+ years experience in solar PV system design.
• Proficiency with PVsyst, AutoCAD Electrical and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Knowledge of Italian grid code (CEI 0-21, CEI 0-16) and permitting processes.
• Fluent Italian and English.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics and single-line diagrams for solar PV installations (100kW to 10MW).
• Perform PVsyst simulations and energy yield assessments.
• Select and size inverters, transformers, cabling and protection systems.
• Prepare technical documentation for permitting and grid connection.
• Coordinate with construction teams during installation phase.
• Conduct commissioning tests and troubleshooting.

Skills

Solar PV design

Team collaboration

Electrical calculations

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Energy Engineering

Tools

PVsyst

AutoCAD Electrical

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Solar Systems

Career path toward Senior Electrical Engineer or Project Manager

Salary Range: 35,000 - 45,000 EUR/year

A company at the forefront of renewable energy is expanding its engineering team and looking for an Electrical Engineer specialising in photovoltaic systems. You will design solar farm electrical layouts, perform simulations and oversee installation phases.

The company is committed to accelerating the energy transition and offers a dynamic environment where your work directly impacts sustainability goals.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics and single-line diagrams for solar PV installations (100kW to 10MW)
• Perform PVsyst simulations and energy yield assessments
• Select and size inverters, transformers, cabling and protection systems
• Prepare technical documentation for permitting and grid connection
• Coordinate with construction teams during installation phase
• Conduct commissioning tests and troubleshooting

Must-have Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Energy Engineering
• 2+ years experience in solar PV system design
• Proficiency with PVsyst, AutoCAD Electrical and MATLAB/Simulink
• Knowledge of Italian grid code (CEI 0-21, CEI 0-16) and permitting processes
• Fluent Italian and English

Nice-to-have Requirements

• Experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS)
• Knowledge of SCADA systems for solar farms
• Experience with agrivoltaico projects

Personal Requirements

• Genuine passion for renewable energy and sustainability
• Willing to travel to project sites (20-30% of time)
• Precise and methodical in technical calculations
• Good team player with strong project coordination skills

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