Lead Power Systems & Grid Compliance for BESS

Volvo Group; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Volvo Energy is seeking a Lead Power System and Grid Compliance engineer to drive the grid connection strategy for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects. You will translate grid code and owner requirements into technical studies, testing activities, and formal approvals, coordinating with DSOs, TSOs, customers, suppliers, and internal teams.

Ideal candidates have strong power systems knowledge, hands-on PowerFactory experience, and proven ability to manage compliance documentation and

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or equivalent knowledge gained through professional experience.
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Experience with power system studies, simulations, and grid connection activities using PowerFactory or similar tools.
• Experience with grid code compliance and utility‑scale energy projects, such as BESS, solar, wind, or substations.
• Understanding power system behavior, including protection systems, harmonics, and dynamic performance, with experience preparing technical studies, simulation reports, and compliance documentation.
• Self‑motivated, structured, and solution‑oriented, with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with customers, grid owners, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Fluent in Swedish and English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead the RfG and grid connection process for BESS projects, from requirement clarification through ION, EON, FON, compliance testing, and final approval.
• Act as the primary technical interface towards DSOs, TSOs, and other grid stakeholders throughout the grid connection process.
• Perform and coordinate PowerFactory, EMT, harmonic, protection, and other power system studies required to demonstrate compliance with grid code and connection requirements.
• Prepare simulation reports, compliance documentation, and technical submissions required for grid owner approvals and operational notifications.
• Coordinate compliance testing, witness testing, and verification activities with grid owners, suppliers, and project teams.
• Support supplier selection, design reviews, and technical requirements to ensure BESS systems meet applicable grid code and connection requirements.
• Lead aggregator sourcing, technical integration, and prequalification activities where required.

Skills

Power systems

Grid connection

PowerFactory experience

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Grid studies

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

PowerFactory

Grid modeling software

Job description

Volvo Energy is seeking a Lead Power System and Grid Compliance engineer to drive the grid connection strategy for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects. You will translate grid code and owner requirements into technical studies, testing activities, and formal approvals, coordinating with DSOs, TSOs, customers, suppliers, and internal teams.

Ideal candidates have strong power systems knowledge, hands-on PowerFactory experience, and proven ability to manage compliance documentation and