Grid Connection Engineer

Opdenergy; Bologna; Remote; EUR 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Remote work with visits to Bologna

Permanent contract

Training courses

Job summary

Opdenergy is seeking a Grid Connection Engineer in Italy, based in Bologna with remote work options. You will manage the full grid connection process, draft HV connection applications, and coordinate with Terna and distributors. The role involves technical analysis, permitting support, and tender management.

A 2–3 year track record in electrical connections for renewables is preferred. Opdenergy offers a permanent contract with opportunities for growth, along with meals vouchers and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level degree in Electrical or Energy Engineering or an equivalent field.
• 2–3 years of experience in electrical connections for renewable projects.
• Proven experience in HV substation construction.
• Experience with grid works in collaboration with E-distribuzione.
• Knowledge of the Italian Grid Connection Process (and TICA).
• Familiarity with technical regulations for grid connection in Italy and Terna processes.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and project drawings.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; English proficiency; Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end grid connection processes with grid operators (e-distribuzione, Terna, etc.).
• Draft and submit medium/high voltage grid connection applications.
• Analyze technical outcomes and verify feasibility of connections.
• Support development, permitting, and electrical design aspects of projects.
• Coordinate with legal, permitting, and project management teams; estimate costs and schedule interconnection works.
• Prepare tender documents, review bids, and select contractors.
• Supervise engineering and construction activities for grid connection works.
• Conduct site surveys and audits during construction; assist commissioning phases.

Skills

Electrical Eng

HV Substations

Grid Interconnection

English Proficiency

MS Office

Education

Electrical/Energy Eng degree

Tools

Electrical design software

Job description

Opdenergy is a growing independent renewable energy producer (IPP) with presence in Europe, United States and Latin America with more than 19 years experience. The company develops, builds, finances, manages and operates high quality renewable energy projects in several countries, with a portfolio of 2,6 GW (1,9 operational and + 0,7 ready to build / under construction) assets in operations and construction, whole portfolio under development sums up to over 18 GW.

We are seeking an Grid Connection Engineer to support our ongoing and future projects in Italy.

What will you help with?

• Management of the entire grid connection process, including communication with grid operators (e-distribuzione, Terna, etc.);
• Drafting and submission of medium and high voltage grid connection applications;
• Analysis of technical outcomes (STMG/STMD) and verification of technical feasibility;
• Support during the development and permitting phases of projects, with a focus on electrical aspects;
• Collaboration with legal, permitting, and project management teams;
• Estimating costs and scheduling activities related to grid interconnection works;
• Coordination with designers and support in designing connection-side systems;
• Support in preparing tender processes for grid interconnection works, including defining the scope of work, reviewing bids, and selecting contractors;
• Evaluation of offers and follow-up during the tendering process;
• Support in preparing contracts to ensure that works are carried out in accordance with OPDENERGY’s requirements;
• Management and supervision of engineering and construction activities related to grid connection works, in coordination with Project Managers and Site Engineers;
• Participation in key phases of commissioning;
• Performing site surveys and audits during construction.

What Do We Offer

• Remote working model with periodic visits to our offices in Bologna.
• A stable position with a permanent contract.
• Real opportunities for growth in a global and multicultural environment.
• Technical and language training courses as needed.
• Meal vouchers.

Requisitos mínimos

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related field;
• At least 2–3 years of previous experience in the field of electrical connections for renewable energy plants;
• Proven experience in the construction of HV substations;
• Proven experience in the construction of grid works with E-distribuzione;
• Knowledge of the Italian Grid Connection Process (and TICA);
• Excellent knowledge of the technical regulations for grid connection in Italy and processes with Terna and local distributors;
• Ability to read and understand electrical diagrams, project drawings, and technical documentation;
• Good knowledge of electrical design software and Microsoft Office package;
• Proactive mindset, autonomy, and a strong team-working attitude;
• Written and spoken English proficiency. Spanish is a Plus

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge in Electrical, Mechanical & Civil Engineering is considered an advantage;
• Experience in the construction of renewable energy plants (solar, wind & batteries) is considered an advantage.

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