Grid Connection Engineer

Opdenergy; Livorno; Ibrido; EUR 40.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

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Meal vouchers

Hybrid or Remote working model

Descrizione del lavoro

Opdenergy is seeking a Grid Connection Engineer to support ongoing and future projects in Italy. The role covers end-to-end grid connection management, HV substation construction, and coordination with grid operators and internal teams.

The candidate will draft HV grid applications, analyze technical outcomes, and assist in development, permitting, and tender processes, ensuring compliance with OPDENERGY standards.

Competenze

• Degree in Electrical, Energy Engineering, or related field required.
• At least 2–3 years of experience in electrical connections for renewable energy plants.

Mansioni

• Manage the entire grid connection process and liaise with grid operators (e-distribuzione, Terna).
• Draft and submit medium/high voltage grid connection applications.
• Analyze technical outcomes (STMG/STMD) and verify feasibility.
• Support development and permitting with focus on electrical aspects.
• 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 documentation for grid interconnection works and bid reviews.
• Support contract preparation to ensure compliance with OPDENERGY requirements.
• Supervise engineering and construction activities for grid connections.
• Participate in commissioning phases and conduct site surveys.

Conoscenze

HV substations

Grid connection knowledge

Electrical diagrams reading

English proficiency

MS Office

Electrical design software

Spanish language (plus)

Formazione

Degree in Electrical/Energy Engineering

Strumenti

Electrical design software

Descrizione del lavoro

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.
• Meal vouchers.

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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