Solar PV Project Engineer – Italy
📍 Location: Italy
🏢 Employer: Leading IPP (Independent Power Producer).
💼 Industry: Renewable Energy – Solar PV
The Green Recruitment Company has been partnered with leading IPP in the search of a a Solar PV Project Engineer to support their rapidly expanding portfolio in Italy.
With more than 10 GW in Operations in Europe and offices in Latam and USA this is a unique opportunity to join a market leader in clean energy transformation.
Role Overview:
As a Solar PV Project Engineer, you will be a key player in the engineering, permitting, and execution of utility-scale PV plants across Italy. From technical design and feasibility to documentation and compliance, your contributions will ensure high-performance, regulation-aligned renewable energy projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and optimize PV system designs: module layout, system sizing, electrical configuration.
* Perform energy yield assessments, technical feasibility studies, and layout tradeoffs.
* Design internal electrical lines, MV/HV substations, and overhead lines (OL/UL).
* Prepare full technical documentation (excluding EIA) for Sole Authorization, Grid Connection, Construction, and Commissioning.
* Conduct technical due diligence and support follow-ups on grid access and connection requests.
Requirements:
* MSc or Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or similar.
* Plus 5 years of experience in PV and/or wind project development and execution.
* Strong understanding of Italian grid regulations and authorization processes.
* Proficiency in PVsyst, AutoCAD, QGIS, and MS Office.
* Experience with Sole Authorization processes and technical documentation for grid connection.
* Fluent in Italian and English (C1 level).
* Willingness to travel across project locations in Italy.