Grid Specialist

The Iberdrola group is today a global energy leader, the leading wind power producer and one of the largest electricity companies in the world in terms of stock market capitalization

We are committed to the energy transition with a sustainable business model based on renewable energy, smart grids, large-scale energy storage and digital transformation to offer the most advanced products and services to our customers.

Iberdrola is looking for a Grid Specialist to join Business development team in ROME.

The main activities are:

• Development of Renewable Energy Plants, following the Grid Process from the initial stage to the final phase of energization (STMG, PTO, STMD, GAUDI, EON, ION, FON Dogane process or E distribuzione in case of MT plant)
• Technical grid due diligence for new projects submitted with feasibility analysis
• Technical grid due diligence for authorized projects
• Strong Relation with TSO and DSO

The candidate will be part of Business development Team, he/she shall:

• Support IBERDROLA for the definition of the Grid Connection solutions performing a technical assessment
• Support the pipeline growth evaluating the Grid constraints/Grid connection opportunities
• Follow up of the regulatory in order to define the most suitable grid connection solutions
• Analyze the integrated text of the technical and economic conditions for connection to electrical grids (TICA), the Italian Grid Code and any other applicable standard or technical regulation (CEI, Enel, ARERA, etc.) to assess the projects for the correct and effective development, construction, grid connection and operation of the plants.
• Analyze and follow up the electrical infrastructure development plan of the Italian grid.
• Liaise with the relevant stakeholders like Terna, Enel and any other DSO during the permit requests and the energization phase
• Analyze STMG, STMD and any grid technical study taking part, if necessary, to the TSO technical table during the engineering and permitting phase of the interconnection infrastructures.
• Support CAPEX and Contract Manager for the definition of project requirements
• Maintain technical and commercial relationships with TSO and DSO with the aim of optimizing Iberdrola's projects during the development phase and providing any support needed during the whole construction phase up to the COD.
• Supervise specific activities conducted by providers that may affect the final connection of projects under construction.
• Support the implementation of new trends, from a connection perspective, like batteries, hybrid solutions, etc. that could be considered for the pipeline.
• Lead electrical Due Diligence processes, coordinating external consultants and internal support teams.

The position will be based in our offices located in Rome.

The candidate will oversee the following activities:

• Define and supervise the Grid Connection Solutions for BESS and Utility Scale Projects
• Liaise with the relevant stakeholders like Terna, Enel and any other DSO during the permit requests.
• Follow up of the regulatory framework for BESS and Utility Scale Projects in order to define the most suitable grid connection solutions
• Support CAPEX and Contract Manager for the definition of project requirements

Electrical Engineering (specialty in Energy) or equivalent University Degree.

At least 4 years’ experience in a similar position.

• Extensive knowledge of electrical connection solutions
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering (power systems, electrical installations)
• Outstanding ability to solve problems and a strong focus on achieving results
• Knowledge of the Italian regulatory framework and permits processes of Grid connection also for Self-Consumption systems (SDC, Direct line connections, Energy Communities)
• Direct contribution to the growth objectives for capacity and economic results of the Renewables Division, set by the Strategic Plan and the Business analysis.
• The position comprehends the search for business Opportunities considering the policies, Process and methodology of the Group.
• Very high affection. Role highly linked to the company’s growth strategy. 
• Knowledge in construction of wind farms and solar plants is a plus.
• Advanced user in MS Office.

Italian (native).

English (professional skills).

Spanish is a plus.

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.