Head of Grid

• Based in Germany
• Drive innovation and influence key decisions across a global organization

About Our Client

Our client is a leading European renewable energy platform with an integrated develop-build-operate business model. The company is actively contributing to the energy transition through the development, construction, and long‑term operation of onshore wind, solar PV, battery storage, and hydrogen / power‑to‑gas solutions .

Job Description

• Overall technical and commercial responsibility for grid connection infrastructure, including substations, cable routes, and connection concepts
• Leadership, coaching, and development of a multidisciplinary team of approximately 25 engineers and specialists
• Steering complex grid and electrical infrastructure projects across planning, permitting, construction, commissioning, and operation
• Acting as the primary interface toward TSOs, DSOs, authorities, and external engineering and EPC partners
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant technical standards, safety requirements, and regulatory frameworks
• Driving the definition and continuous improvement of standards, processes, and technical concepts for grid infrastructure
• Supporting grid‑supportive and system‑stabilising operation of renewable assets, including hybrid and multi‑technology sites
• Contributing to the strategic scaling of the grid infrastructure in line with the company's growth ambitions

The Successful Applicant

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering , or a comparable technical discipline
• Several years of senior leadership experience within grid infrastructure, energy systems, renewable development, or comparable environments
• Proven experience in the delivery of grid‑connected infrastructure projects end‑to‑end , ideally on the asset owner or developer side
• Strong expertise in:
  • Substations and grid connection infrastructure
  • High‑ and medium‑voltage systems
  • Grid connections for renewable generation assets
• Solid background in managing complex projects and coordinating external engineering and construction partners
• Very good knowledge of German grid regulation, standards, and permitting frameworks
• Qualification or eligibility as GVEFK is required

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to take a key leadership role in a highly visible part of the energy transition
• Significant scope to shape and scale critical grid infrastructure
• Combination of technical responsibility and entrepreneurial influence, including co‑managing‑director‑level exposure
• Work on infrastructure of high societal relevance within an innovative and purpose‑driven organisation
• Flexible hybrid working model combined with a strong engineering culture

Contact

Maryna Bazhynova

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