Grid Engineer

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.

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.

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.