Grid Connection Engineer

Greenvolt
Greenvolt
Madrid, SpainOn-siteCompetitiveAdded 28 days ago

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Greenvolt Power is our segment dedicated to the Development & Construction of utility-scale solar and wind projects. We value local expertise and empower our partners, counting already with business presence in more 16 countries (Europe & North America).


Greenvolt Power Spain is looking for a Grid Connection Engineer to support the growth of our utility-scale renewable energy portfolio. This role focuses on the development, design, and delivery of grid interconnection solutions, ensuring technical feasibility, regulatory compliance, and cost-effectiveness across greenfield projects and acquisitions.

The successful candidate will act as a key interface with grid operators (TSOs/DSOs), lead interconnection design and permitting activities, and contribute to technical due diligence processes.

Key accountabilities

    • Evaluate the compliance of grid connection solutions with Regulatory requirements, Grid codes and Environmental and permitting conditions
    • Review all technical documentation and permits related to grid interconnection infrastructure.
    • Identify technical risks and propose mitigation strategies.
    • Follow-up on all grid interconnection activities during the project lifecycle
    • Act as the primary interface with Transmission System Operators (TSOs) and Distribution System Operators (DSOs).
    • Participate in and support negotiations of grid connection agreements with utilities.
    • Review and guide the conceptual and basic design of interconnection infrastructure, including Substations, Overhead and underground lines
    • Ensure designs comply with National grid codes, Utility standards and Environmental and permitting constraints
    • Follow-up on the permitting process for interconnection facilities.
    • Coordinate and oversee the preparation of technical studies and documentation.
    • Review and supervise work delivered by external engineering consultants and contractors.
    • Analyse and interpret utility studies, including:
    • Feasibility studies
    • Power flow and short circuit studies
    • Stability and system impact studies
    • Monitor and assess utility network expansion plans for project alignment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field.
  • Relevant experience in grid connection / interconnection engineering, preferably in renewable energy (solar, wind, storage).
  • Experience working with TSOs/DSOs and utility interfaces.
  • Proven exposure to utility-scale infrastructure projects.
  • Power systems analysis
  • Grid codes and connection requirements
  • Substation and transmission line design
  • Familiarity with power system studies (RMS and EMT, static and dynamic simulations).
  • Knowledge of permitting processes and environmental constraints.
  • Knowledge of Digsilent Power Factory, PSCAD and power systems simulation softwares
  • Knowledge on Microsoft Office tools including MS Project.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and external contractors.
  • Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
  • Proactive and solution-oriented approach.

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