Project Engineer – Renewable Energy (Madrid / Milan)

Project Engineer – Renewable Energy (Madrid / Milan)

3–6 years’ experience | Renewables / BESS | Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical background

About the Employer

Our client is a global energy storage developer, owner, and operator delivering cutting‑edge projects across Europe and beyond. With over ~550MWh of operating battery projects, ~5GWh under / pre‑construction, and a ~10GWh development pipeline spanning the UK, Australia, Italy, Germany, Spain, and Sweden, they prioritize speed, innovation, and market leadership in the energy transition.

This agile team embodies collaborative, ambitious, reliable, and enduring values, working with top developers, suppliers, and institutions on high‑impact BESS initiatives.

About This Job

This role suits a technically strong Project Engineer with renewables experience, based in Madrid or Milan. You’ll contribute to BESS project delivery across key European markets, including Italy (~110MW / 450MWh under construction, ~3GW in development) and Spain (~2.5GW pipeline).

Expect hands‑on involvement from design through commissioning, interfacing with EPC contractors, TSOs, and grid operators in a fast‑paced, high‑performing environment.

Your Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate engineering design, procurement, construction, and commissioning for BESS projects.
• Review technical documentation, ensure grid / HSE compliance, and manage interfaces with contractors / suppliers.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, risks, and performance; identify optimization opportunities.
• Liaise with TSOs / grid operators and cross‑functional teams on multi‑market projects.
• Support tendering, site activities, and handover processes.

What You Bring

• Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• 3–6 years in renewables (must‑have), ideally BESS, solar, wind, or grid projects; TSO experience a strong plus.
• Energetic, ambitious profile with deep technical skills and problem‑solving drive.
• EU work eligibility; fluent English (Spanish / Italian advantageous).

What’s on Offer

• Exposure to Europe’s leading BESS pipeline in a growth‑focused organization.
• Dynamic, supportive culture with long‑term stability and career progression.
• Competitive package, performance incentives, and high‑profile renewable projects.

Drive the energy transition forward. Apply now or contact Marcel Skolimowski at marcel@ssaltd.com or +49 1520 7984087 for a confidential chat