Grid Connection Engineer

Opdenergy; Italia; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid or Remote work

Office visits in Bologna

Job summary

Opdenergy is seeking a Grid Connection Engineer to support its Italy-based renewable projects. You will manage the full grid connection process, liaise with e-distribuzione, Terna, and local distributors, and draft HV grid connection applications.

You will analyze technical outcomes, support development and permitting phases, coordinate with designers and project managers, and ensure compliance with Italian regulations. Fluent English is required; Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in electrical connections for renewable energy plants.
• Knowledge of Italian grid connection process and Terna relations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire grid connection process with grid operators.
• Draft and submit HV/medium voltage grid connection applications.
• Analyze technical outcomes and verify feasibility.
• Support development and permitting phases, electrical focus.
• Collaborate with legal, permitting, and project management teams.
• Estimate costs and schedule grid interconnection works.
• Coordinate with designers and support connection-side systems.
• Prepare tender processes and review bids.
• Evaluate offers and follow up during tendering.
• Prepare contracts to ensure works meet OPDENERGY requirements.
• Supervise engineering/construction related to grid works.
• Participate in commissioning phases and conduct site surveys.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

HV Substations

Grid interconnection

English proficiency

Autonomy

Teamwork

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Electrical design software

MS Office

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.

Requirements:

• 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.

What do we offer

• Hybrid or 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.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability stat

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