Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer – Solar PV & BESS Location: Rome, Italy Salary : €80,000 DOE Working Pattern: Full-time, office-based with occasional travel Piper Maddox are working with an established and fast-growing renewable energy developer who are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join its technical team in Rome. With a secured 700MW pipeline of Solar PV and BESS projects , and multiple assets entering construction this year, the business is entering a key delivery phase. The development team manages projects end-to-end — from land identification and technical design through permitting and EPC contract signing — using structured, proven processes that underpin long-term success. The Role You will lead the electrical design and preparation of technical documentation for utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects. Key responsibilities include: Managing STMG technical design activities and coordinating grid connection processes via Terna and E-Distribuzione portals. Developing MV/HV layouts and single-line diagrams, defining connection strategies and confirming design solutions Sizing and selecting key components (modules, inverters, trackers, etc.) Supporting permit applications and delivering executive designs to resolve secondary permitting matters Conducting feasibility studies, yield calculations, technical due diligence reviews and site inspections Supporting and mentoring junior electrical engineers Requirements Degree in Electrical or Energy Engineering Experience designing photovoltaic systems Strong knowledge of MV/HV authorization and grid connection procedures in Italy Proficiency in AutoCAD, QGIS, PVSyst, PVCase and MS Office Knowledge of relevant standards and regulations Fluent Italian and English Availability for occasional travel Desirable: EPC or construction-site experience