Grid Connection Engineer

Description

Summary: Greenvolt Power Spain is seeking a Grid Connection Engineer to drive the development, design, and delivery of grid interconnection solutions for utility-scale renewable energy projects. Highlights: 1. Lead interconnection design and permitting activities. 2. Interface with TSOs/DSOs and manage grid connection agreements. 3. Ensure technical feasibility, regulatory compliance, and cost-effectiveness. **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. *We want an energy transition for everyone from everyone!*