Job:
Head of Engineering
Location:
Milan
Salary:
€100,000 + premio + benefits
Piper Maddox are partnered with a well-established and growing international renewable energy IPP who are seeking a
Head of Engineering
to lead the technical delivery of utility-scale solar and storage projects across Europe.
With a 10GW+ pipeline and an integrated model spanning development, ownership, and operation, this organisation offers the opportunity to play a key role in shaping high-impact clean energy assets from concept through to construction.
The Role
This position will take ownership of engineering strategy and delivery across a portfolio of PV and hybrid PV+BESS projects. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, ensuring designs are optimised for performance, cost, and compliance, while supporting investment decisions through robust technical analysis.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary PV, electrical, civil, and BESS engineering team
Oversee and approve utility-scale PV and hybrid project design, including key engineering deliverables (SLDs, layouts, protection, cabling)
Lead energy yield assessments (PVsyst) and optimise plant layouts for performance, cost, and constructability
Define BESS sizing, architecture, and control strategies across multiple use cases and hybrid configurations
Manage technical interfaces with OEMs/EPCs, support procurement, and oversee grid studies through to construction and commissioning.
Key Requirements:
Degree in Electrical Engineering
10+ years' experience in utility-scale PV and/or BESS
Strong PVsyst and layout optimisation experience
Proven leadership of engineering teams
International project experience is desirable
Please apply or reach out to if you are interested in this position!