Solar PV Engineer

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.