High Voltage (HV) & BESS Engineer (m/f/d)

Green Recruitment Company; Union, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

RP Global is seeking a technically driven High Voltage (HV) & Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Engineer to drive development, implementation, and operation of utility-scale renewables across Europe. You will lead HV grid connection, substations, BESS sizing, and integration, supporting EPCs, TSOs/DSOs, and lenders throughout development, construction, and operation.

The role covers design reviews, tender preparation, due diligence, and asset optimisation while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Energy/Power Systems Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in HV engineering, substations, grid connections or renewable energy infrastructure.
• Experience with utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead HV grid connection and substation engineering activities.
• Define BESS sizing and technical concepts; review layouts and integrations.
• Support project implementation from design through commissioning and energisation.
• Assist with asset management, root-cause analysis, and operational improvement.

Skills

HV engineering

Substations

Grid connection

BESS

Protection & control

SCADA

Renewable integration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Power Engineering

Tools

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

ETAP

PSCAD

PSS®E

AutoCAD

Job description

Shape the Future of Energy Infrastructure Across Europe

RP Global is looking for a technically driven High Voltage (HV) & Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Engineer to support the development, implementation, and operation of utility-scale renewable energy projects across Europe.

This exciting opportunity combines expertise in high-voltage electrical infrastructure, substations, grid connection engineering, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). You will work across both stand‑alone and hybrid renewable energy projects, supporting project development, construction, commissioning, and asset optimisation.

Key Responsibilities

High Voltage Grid Connection & Substations

• Lead engineering activities related to MV/HV substations and grid connection infrastructure

• Assess grid connection opportunities and determine optimal technical solutions

• Develop and review single-line diagrams, protection systems, control concepts, cable routing, grounding systems, and grid studies

• Coordinate with transmission system operators (TSOs), distribution network operators (DSOs), EPC contractors, and equipment suppliers

• Support permitting and grid connection application processes

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

• Lead engineering activities for utility‑scale BESS projects

• Define battery storage sizing and technical concepts

• Review BESS layouts, PCS integration, EMS systems, SCADA interfaces, and fire safety solutions

• Support technical due diligence and lender requirements

• Prepare tender packages and evaluate suppliers

• Participate in technical discussions and contract negotiations

Project Implementation

• Review engineering documentation and issue designs for construction

• Support construction and commissioning activities

• Develop engineering standards, technical requirements, and best‑practice documentation

• Assist with energisation activities and commercial operation milestones

Asset Management Support

• Investigate operational issues relating to substations, transformers, protection systems, grid disturbances, and battery storage assets

• Support root‑cause analysis and corrective actions

• Contribute to asset optimisation and operational improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related discipline

Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience in HV engineering, substations, grid connections, or renewable energy infrastructure

• Experience with utility‑scale Battery Energy Storage Systems

• Experience supporting engineering, procurement, and construction activities

Technical Knowledge

• HV/MV substations

• Power transformers

• AIS/GIS switchgear

• Protection & control systems

• Grid compliance and grid codes

• SCADA systems

• Renewable energy integration

• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Desirable Experience

• DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP, PSCAD or PSS®E

• AutoCAD and related engineering software

• Grid code compliance studies

• Owner's Engineering experience

• Technical Due Diligence support

• Additional European language skills

Why Join RP Global?

Join an internationally recognised renewable energy company and play a critical role in advancing grid infrastructure and energy storage solutions across Europe. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you'll help deliver the technologies that are enabling the future of clean energy.