Electrical Engineering Manager – Solar PV & BESS

ppVOLT Infrastructure is a company operating in Italy in the development and delivery of utility‑scale renewable energy projects, with a strong focus on Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). /p pThe company is integrated across the entire project lifecycle, from land identification and early‑stage development through engineering, permitting, EPC contracting, construction, and delivery. /p pOur engineering team plays a central role in ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and optimization of project performance, working within structured and standardized processes that are key to our success. /p h3Role Purpose /h3 pThe Electrical Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the end‑to‑end technical design of utility‑scale Solar PV and BESS projects. /p pThe role combines hands‑on engineering activities with technical leadership, covering preliminary design, detailed engineering, grid integration, due diligence, and construction support, ensuring high‑quality, optimized, and bankable project designs. /p pThe position is based in Rome. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 h3Preliminary

Conceptual Engineering /h3 ul liDefine plant layout for PV and BESS projects /li liDevelop overall electrical design strategies and design confirmation (STMG phase) /li liSelect and evaluate key technologies (modules, inverters, trackers, BESS systems) /li liCoordinate yield assessments (e.g., PVsyst) and feasibility studies /li liPerform constraint analysis and preliminary design optimization /li liDefine grid connection solutions and technical strategies /li

/ul h3Detailed Electrical Engineering /h3 ul liOversee preparation of executive engineering documentation for permitting and construction phases /li liSupport pre‑construction ‘secondary permitting’ process with definitive designs. /li liLead and coordinate detailed electrical design activities /li liDevelop Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) for MV/HV systems /li liPerform MV/HV electrical sizing and system optimization /li liIntegrate civil and electrical design inputs /li liEnsure design consistency across all engineering disciplines /li

/ul h3Grid Integration

Connection Process /h3 ul liManage and support grid connection processes with Terna and e‑Distribuzione /li liSupport grid capacity analysis and connection feasibility studies /li liEnsure compliance with TSO/DSO requirements and grid codes /li liInterface with authorities through dedicated portals and procedures /li liPrepare and review technical documentation for investment and financing purposes /li liSupport data room preparation for lenders and investors /li liInterface with independent engineers and stakeholders /li liConduct technical site inspections and feasibility assessments /li liReview due diligence reports and ensure compliance verification /li

/ul h3Cross‑Functional

Leadership Responsibilities /h3 ul liDefine and maintain internal technical standards and engineering best practices /li liManage external engineering consultants and technical advisors /li liSupport and mentor junior electrical engineers, ensuring technical growth and quality of output /li liDrive continuous improvement in engineering processes and design optimization /li

/ul h3Requirements /h3 ul liDegree in Electrical Engineering or Energy Engineering /li li5–10 years of experience in utility‑scale Solar PV and/or BESS projects /li liStrong knowledge of MV/HV electrical design and grid connection processes /li liExperience with PV plant design and energy storage system integration /li liProficiency in engineering and simulation tools (e.g., AutoCAD, PVsyst, PVcase, QGIS) /li liSolid understanding of Italian permitting and regulatory framework /li liFluency in Italian and English /li liExperience with EPC processes and construction‑site support is considered a strong advantage /li liAvailability for occasional travel /li liRegistration in the Italian Register of Engineers (or eligibility) /li

/ul h3Key Skills /h3 ul liStrong technical expertise in electrical engineering design /li liAnalytical and problem‑solving mindset with focus on optimization /li liAbility to take technical ownership and make sound engineering decisions /li liLeadership and coordination skills with experience managing teams or consultants /li liHigh attention to detail and commitment to design quality /li liProactive attitude and continuous improvement mindset /li liStrong motivation toward sustainability and renewable energy transition /li

/ul h3What Makes This Role Strategic /h3 ul liTechnical ownership across the engineering lifecycle /li liDirect impact on project bankability, performance, and execution success /li liInterface between origination, development, and engineering teams /li liOpportunity to shape technical standards and engineering strategy within the company /li

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