High Voltage Electrical Lead Engineer (J25-246)

ProjecTTech; Roma; In loco; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A renewable energy company in Italy seeks a highly skilled MV / HV Electrical Lead Engineer to manage electrical studies, ensuring compliance and establishing strong relationships with grid operators. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering and 5–10 years of experience in grid connection engineering. This role requires fluency in Italian and English, along with strong communication skills. The position offers the opportunity to work on critical renewable energy projects.

Competenze

• 5–10 years of experience in MV / HV grid connection engineering, preferably in renewable energy.
• Solid understanding of Italian DSO / TSO interconnection processes.
• Experience working with grid connection projects.

Mansioni

• Manage electrical studies and ensure compliance with technical standards.
• Develop relationships with DSO / TSO stakeholders.
• Support construction teams during project execution.
• Provide engineering support for MV electrical packages.
• Assist in technical meetings with DSO / TSO.

Conoscenze

Project Management

Communication

Negotiation

Fluency in Italian

Fluency in English

Formazione

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Strumenti

AutoCAD

MS Office

Electrical simulation software

Descrizione del lavoro

Location: Italy

Department: Grid Connection / Engineering

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled MV / HV Electrical Lead Engineer to manage and lead the electrical studies and engineering of grid connection projects — from site to grid connection point.

The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with technical and contractual requirements, provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle, and serve as a key technical liaison between internal teams, grid operators (DSO / TSO), and external partners.

Main Missions

1. Electrical Studies Management

Oversee MV / HV electrical studies of the projects.

Ensure compliance with the Italian Grid Code and relevant technical standards.

Define metering solutions in accordance with DSO / TSO regulations.

2. DSO / TSO Management

Develop and maintain strong relationships with DSO / TSO stakeholders.

Negotiate optimal interconnection conditions.

Secure commissioning permits and final grid connection approvals from DSO / TSO.

3. Construction Support

Review pre-construction project packages to ensure all DSO / TSO technical and contractual requirements are met.

Support construction teams during PV plant construction, interconnection facility works, and commissioning activities.

Provide on-site expertise for MV & HV grid connection issues.

Report all relevant project information from exchanges with DSO / TSO to the internal team.

4. Engineering Support

Provide technical support to the Engineering team for the MV electrical package of PV plants.

Lead the MV / HV engineering of grid connections for each project.

Produce or review selectivity studies, protection coordination, and MV cable sizing.

5. Procurement Support

Provide technical input during procurement of MV / HV equipment.

Prepare technical specifications and electrical designs for transformers and delivery stations in PV plants.

Review and align technical offers from equipment integrators.

Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and plant commissioning.

Support the Purchasing Department in selecting qualified integrators.

6. Development Support

Assist Development Project Managers in technical meetings with DSO / TSO.

Support the review of cost-sharing agreements for grid connection solutions.

Provide technical input for administrative design reviews (DIA, AAPAAC).

Coordinate with external engineering advisors and consultants.

Conduct grid connection due diligence for potential M&A projects.

Assess opportunities and risks related to various connection scenarios.

Support early-stage project development regarding grid constraints and feasibility.

Profile

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

5–10 years of experience in MV / HV grid connection engineering, preferably in renewable energy (solar PV, wind, or similar).

Solid understanding of Italian DSO / TSO interconnection processes.

Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Fluent in Italian and English (French is a plus).

Technical Skills & Software

• Usual MS Office software's, knowledge in AutoCAD
• Electrical simulation software (DigSilent, Etap...)
• Training : Technical Degree Target schools : Electrical Engineering School Experience required : 8 years or more in the RE grid connection or in an Italian grid operator company