Director of Grid Connection - International Markets

Senior Grid Manager / Director

The Senior Grid Manager / Director is part of the technical team and oversees grid connection and integration activities during the development and construction phases of Independent Power Producer BESS, Wind and Solar projects for European markets, Greece, Poland, France, Finland, The Netherlands, Poland, Romania and also Americas (USA & Chile)

This role ensures that projects meet regulatory requirements, technical specifications, and timelines for grid interconnection. The position will collaborate with internal teams, utilities, and transmission operators to secure grid access and optimise grid-related infrastructure for renewable energy projects to maintain compliance, reliability, and profitability. This role provides an opportunity to grow the expertise of Grid Codes, compliance, and connection and operation in multiple jurisdictions to support ambition as a global IPP.

The role will be London based and sponsorship for International candidates is available. Field visits to project sites with occasional travel to meet with utilities, regulators, and construction teams will be required.

Key Responsibilities:

Grid Integration and Interconnection Planning:

• Manage the interconnection process for IPP projects from development through construction and Operations
• Assess grid capacity, interconnection requirements, and technical feasibility for project sites.
• Collaborate with utilities, transmission operators (TSOs), and regional system operators (ISOs) and or (DSOs) to secure interconnection agreements.

Technical and Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with grid codes, technical standards, and regulatory requirements for interconnection and energy delivery.
• Coordinate grid studies with third-party consultants and utilities, such as Solution studies, System delivery upgrades, short circuit, and dynamic stability analyses.
• Review and validate interconnection studies and grid impact assessments.

Project Development Support:

• Provide grid-related input during project site selection, considering grid proximity, capacity, and costs.
• Contribute to project feasibility studies by analysing interconnection constraints and costs.
• Prepare and manage interconnection budgets and schedules for assigned projects.

Construction Phase Oversight:

• With the lead project manager, oversee the design, procurement, and installation of grid interconnection infrastructure, including substations, transmission lines, and protection systems.
• Ensure timely construction and commissioning of grid infrastructure to meet project timelines. Coordinate grid energisation, testing, and commissioning with utilities and relevant stakeholders

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Act as the primary liaison with utilities, TSOs, DSOs, and regulatory authorities for interconnection matters.
• Represent the IPP in meetings, workshops, and negotiations related to interconnection and grid integration. Work with the Head of Construction, Senior Project Manager, and selected EPC to align grid-related deliverables with overall project goals.

Risk Management and Optimization:

• Identify risks related to grid access, interconnection delays, or costs and develop mitigation strategies.
• Optimise interconnection solutions to minimise costs and enhance project performance.
• Monitor and adapt to regulatory or policy changes impacting grid connection processes

Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Power Systems, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Energy Systems or Engineering preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or CEng with a leading Engineering Society preferred Certifications in grid management or renewable energy is preferred

Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in grid interconnection, power systems, or renewable energy project development.
• Grid Connection experience for various international markets
• Grid Connection experience within the Development phase
• Proven track record of managing grid connections for large-scale renewable energy projects (solar, Onshore Wind, BESS or hybrid).

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of power system design, grid codes, and interconnection processes across International markets
• Proficient in power system modelling or at least previous experience in analysis tools (e.g., PSS/E, ETAP, Power Factory).
• Familiarity with SCADA systems, substation design, and high-voltage transmission systems.

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity, to oversee Grid activities for International markets, please send your CV through to Rob Byrom.