Senior Project Engineer (Italy) - Supporting development of wind, solar and P2X projects

Eurowind Energy is a Danish limited liability company, which over the years has become a leading developer and operator of wind turbine and photovoltaic projects. The company has over 2GW of operating assets under management in 16 countries across Europe and has been increasing its presence throughout the European market, including Italy.

We are currently looking for a Senior Project Engineer to support us in delivering our project initiatives in the Italian market. This job offers you the possibility of being the primary point of contact for technical matters related to development of renewable energy projects (Wind, PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems, P2X) in Italy, while working on a fast growth “scaleup environment” backed by a large international group.

Primary responsibilities:
Based in Milan, the Senior Project Engineer will fit in a matrix structure, reporting functionally and hierarchically to the Head of Development/Country Manager (Italy).

The Project Engineer plays a pivotal role in the development and execution of renewable energy projects, with particular reference to onshore wind, PV, BESS and P2X. This position will support origination managers, project managers and construction managers throughout the lifecycle of the project, from feasibility and design to RtB and construction.

Main duties and responsibilities are related to the Italian market and include:

Project Development:

• Site & constraints analysis;
• Layout design & yield calculation;
• Permitting design and preparation of relevant documentation;
• Liaison with statutory stakeholders where relevant (e.g. technical matters, portals etc);
• Project Engineering support aimed to achieving permitting for viable projects, efficiently;
• Managing specific work packages in support to the development team.
• Liaise and work closely with Eurowind Energy Wind, PV and BESS competence centers in layout design and optimization for energy yield, cost efficiency and permitting.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Coordinate third-party technical contracts and consultants.
• Support with MET campaign strategies and wind resource analysis.

Grid Connection

• identification and preliminary design of the technical solution for grid connection by performing the task independently or by coordinating external contractors;
• Coordinating the grid connection process (from request for STMG, through STMD, to achieving physical connection) from a technical & administrative point of view;
• Liaison with DSO/TSO on day-to-day technical matters.

Construction:

• Supervision of executive design;
• Preparation of technical specifications and liaison with equipment/service providers on technical matters;
• Engineering support to progress/finalize equipment selection;
• Construction monitoring support.

Requirements:

• University degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Renewable Energy Engineering;
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in renewable energy projects, preferably in wind and solar.
• Familiarity with energy modeling tools and project management software (PVSyst/WindPro);
• Strong understanding of regulatory standards and permitting processes;
• Knowledge of solar PV system design and grid integration.
• Ability and willingness to manage cross-functional teams and complex project timelines.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills;
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to work under pressure, managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines;
• Is prepared to travel on occasion, mainly in Italy;
• Is fluent in Italian and English, with strong communication skills in both languages;
• Based in Milan.

What we offer:

• Tailored salary package that will correspond to the required qualifications and background;
• Employee bonus plan;
• An international and collaborative working environment with great personal development opportunities.
• Up to 2 days Smart working as per Company Policy;

Next step:
If you wish to apply for the role, please use the link below.

Developing, operating and managing wind and solar parks is not just pure business for us. It is a way to view the world. And with this world view comes a genuine ambition to be one of the leading developers in Europe. Because creating a future run entirely on green energy matters to us.

We manage our own portfolio of projects and at the same time, we perform technical and financial management of projects. We have throughout many years experienced sustained economic growth in the number of developed projects and companies in management. And we continue to expect this. Simply because it is in our nature to keep developing – projects, companies and our people.

Read more about Eurowind Energy on our homepage or LinkedIn .