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Grid Connections Engineer (Renewables)

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Grid Connections Engineer

UK

£50,000-£90,000 + Bonus + Vehicle + Enhanced Pension + Holidays + Medical Assurance + More


Are you a grid connections specialist, ideally working for a DNO, ICP or power engineering consultancy?

Do you want to join one of the worlds leading international renewable energy developers where you can broaden your skillset, work on exciting projects across the UK and build a long-term career?

This company identify, develop and deliver utility scale solar and energy storage systems across the UK and the world, their portfolio includes some of the largest solar farms in the UK. Following an incredibly successful past few years and the increased demand for renewable energy they are currently in an exciting growth period and as such they are now looking for a new Grid Connections Engineer.

In this role you will oversee and manage the grid connection application process for a portfolio of Solar PV and energy storage projects across the UK. This will include assessing suitable connection options, reviewing documentation, providing design suggestions, develop ICP tender documentation and support project construction.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working for a renewable developer and have a very strong understanding of the grid application process. In order to be successful you will need an engineering degree, ideally with an electrical bias, and previous experience working within a DNO, TNO, ICP or power engineering consultancy.

If you're an experienced grid application engineer who is who looking for a new challenge in the renewable energy sector this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

The Role:
*Grid Connections Engineer
*Management of connection process for a portfolio of solar/energy projects
*Assessment of grid connection options
*Development of ICP tender documentation
*£50,000-£90,000 + Bonus + Vehicle + Enhanced Pension + Holidays + Medical Assurance + More

The Person:
*Electrical or Energy engineering, other disciplines considered
*Previous experience working in a DNO, TNO, ICP or power system engineering consultancy
*Solar PV/Energy Storage systems or other renewable site experience is desirable
*Project experience is required

Reference Number: BBBH157274

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Rosie Hathaway at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.