Climate17
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Climate17 is pleased to be working with a leading renewable energy EPC and O&M provider delivering utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage projects across the UK.
Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are looking to appoint an experienced Grid Engineer to support the design, delivery and energisation of grid connections across major renewable energy projects.
This is a strong opportunity for someone with experience across 33kV and 132kV connections who wants exposure to large-scale Solar PV, BESS and wider grid infrastructure.
The Opportunity
Working closely with engineering, project delivery, commercial teams and external network stakeholders, you will support grid connection projects from early-stage design and tendering through to construction, commissioning and energisation.
You will:
- Lead and support the design of grid connections in line with DNO and TSO requirements.
- Develop technical specifications, engineering documentation and connection packages.
- Manage relationships with DNOs, TSOs and ICPs.
- Support equipment selection and ensure compliance with relevant Grid Code requirements.
- Coordinate technical inputs across engineering and project delivery teams.
- Support the procurement and management of ICP contractors and subcontractors.
- Assist with grid studies, protection settings, commissioning documentation and energisation.
- Provide technical support throughout construction and operational phases.
- Support the delivery of utility-scale BESS and Solar PV projects.
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About You
You will ideally have:
- A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience delivering grid connections at 33kV and 132kV.
- Experience at 66kV, 275kV or 400kV would be advantageous.
- Strong knowledge of DNO, TSO and ICP processes.
- Experience managing ICP contractors and connection works.
- Knowledge of Grid Code requirements and electrical infrastructure design.
- Strong stakeholder management and project coordination skills.
- Experience within renewables, utilities or wider power infrastructure.
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Why Apply?
- Join an established renewable energy EPC delivering utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects.
- Work across major UK grid connection and energy infrastructure projects.
- Hybrid and flexible working.
- Competitive salary and annual bonus.
- Private healthcare.
- Life assurance.
- Employer pension contribution.
- 33 days annual leave including bank holidays.
- Ongoing training and career development.
Interested?
For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Neeraj Ghale: neeraj@climate17.com
Climate17 is a purpose-led international recruitment consultancy specialising in Renewable Energy and Sustainability. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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