Engineering Senior Specialist

EDP; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EDP is seeking a capable engineer to lead end-to-end energy project opportunities, from initial analysis to final offers, in the Lombardy region. The role emphasizes PVsyst-driven plant design, financial modeling, and supplier negotiation to optimize Capex.

You will coordinate with engineering, sales, and finance teams to ensure technical and commercial alignment. Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree with energy project design experience, fluent English, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering or related technical field with significant professional experience in energy project design and engineering.
• Good proficiency in PVsyst software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of financial models applied to renewable energy.
• Familiarity with CEI standards, fire brigade directives, grid connection procedures, and installation constraints.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end management of project opportunities from initial phase to final offers.
• Prepare preliminary pricing and negotiate with suppliers to finalize offers.
• Conduct technical site inspections and validate technical documentation.
• Coordinate with engineering, sales and finance for alignment of technical and commercial aspects.
• Support tenders and competitive processes and monitor opportunity progress.

Skills

Fluent English

Project coordination

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Education

Engineering degree or related technical field

Tools

PVsyst

Excel

MS Office

Job description

We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do:

• BD Custom:
• End-to-end management of project opportunities, from the preliminary phase through to the issuance of technical and economic offers, specifically:
• analysis of the preliminary documentation provided, regulatory constraints, and grid requirements;
• preliminary analysis of customer needs;
• preliminary plant layout design using IECO software and detailed design using Pvsyst;
• preparation of the preliminary pricing file and its conversion into a final version through negotiation with suppliers;
• use of company spreadsheets for drafting the economic/financial offer;
• execution of technical site inspections independently or with support from external suppliers;
• preparation of preliminary technical documentation;
• optimization of the economic offer;
• technical support to commercial negotiations.
• Monitoring of opportunity progress and management of revision requests.
• Interaction with internal teams (engineering, sales, finance) for technical-commercial alignment.
• Assessment of the technical and economic feasibility of initiatives and identification of any critical issues (e.g., financial requirements, rating, guarantees).
• Support in managing tenders and competitive processes.
• BD Technical Support:
• Technical analysis and review of project layouts (ground-mounted and rooftop systems), including optimizations based on technical or regulatory constraints.
• Coordination of technical site inspections and collection/validation of related reports.
• Interface with suppliers and technical partners for the collection and analysis of quotations.
• Support in defining technical solutions (e.g., plant configurations, sizing, integration with self-consumption/CER models).
• Validation of technical solutions for confirmation of contracted plants.
• Interaction with internal teams (engineering, sales, finance) for technical-commercial alignment and document collection.
• Management of Kick-off Meetings with the Field Team for handover and confirmation of sold projects.
• Capex Optimization
• Comparative analysis between pricelists and actual supplier quotations.
• Support in unbundling analysis activities.
• Onboarding and screening of new partners/installers.
• Management of introductory and evaluation calls with potential collaborators.
• Collection and validation of partners' technical documentation.
• Cross-functional Activities
• Development and improvement of Capex analysis tools.
• Comparison between internal benchmarks and external quotations to optimize costs.

Employment type: Full Time

What are we looking for

• University degree in Engineering or related technical field combined with significant professional experience in energy project design and engineering.
• Good proficiency in Pvsyst software,
• Good proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite,
• Knowledge of financial models applied to renewable energy,
• Knowledge of the technical regulations for photovoltaic systems: CEI standards, fire brigade (VVF) directives, grid connection procedures, installation constraints, etc.,
• Ability to independently carry out technical site inspections,
• Knowledge of products available on the market.
• Extensive previous experience in ability to take accountability for delivering high-quality outputs aligned with strategic priorities.
• Strong skills in process optimization and workflow efficiency improvement.
• Experience integrating new technologies to drive operational growth and efficiency.
• Excellent communication skills enabling effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated knowledge evolution mindset with ability to apply emerging practices and regulatory updates.
• Familiarity with project coordination across renewable energy sectors including solar, wind, and storage systems.
• Ability to work under broad objectives and independently resolve complex technical challenges using sound judgment and established precedents.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Top 100 Wor
• kplaces by Houston Chronicle

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