High Voltage Electrical Lead Engineer (J25-246)

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).

-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