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Senior Grid Engineer

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Darwin Recruitment GmbH

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Job Description:

A Danish-backed solar and battery storage developer (300-400 MW German pipeline) is hiring a Head of Grid to lead grid strategy, DSO/TSO relationships, and team growth across Germany.

Job Responsibility:

  • Own all grid-related activities for German portfolio
  • Lead DSO/TSO negotiations and grid operator relationships
  • Interpret technical simulations (Power Factory, MATLAB) from HQ technical team
  • Manage junior grid team member
  • Define and execute grid connection strategy
  • Clear progression to Head of Technical Team, Germany (within 18-24 months)

Requirements:

  • 5-8+ years in grid operations, connections, or technical grid roles
  • Proven DSO/TSO relationship management and negotiation track record
  • Technical depth: Power Factory, MATLAB, or similar grid simulation tools
  • Deep German grid market knowledge
  • Team leadership experience (or ready for first leadership role)
  • Fluent German + English
What we offer:
  • Remote-first working
  • Senior leadership position with clear growth path
  • Active pipeline: 300-400 MW PV/BESS (land secured, permits progressing)
  • Distributed team structure (work from anywhere in Germany)
  • Direct impact on German market entry strategy

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Remote work
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