Global Head of Grid

Global Head of Grid Connection

Location: Germany

Company: ILOS

Scope: Full-time/Hybrid/remote - some office presence required.

WHO ARE ILOS

ILOS is a fast-growing renewable energy company with a strong presence across Europe backed by AXA IM Alts and committed to accelerating the energy transition. Since 2018 we have developed built and operated large-scale solar PV projects across seven core markets.

THE ROLE OVERVIEW

As Global head of Grid you will lead and manage the Grid Connection team comprised of grid connection managers and grid connection engineers overseeing the development and implementation of grid connection solutions for renewable energy projects. This is a strategic role with significant responsibility and visibility across the organisation.

TASKS

• Lead and develop the grid connection team.
• Develop and implement processes in the grid connection team.
• Manage grid applications and approvals with DSOs/TSOs.
• Secure grid connection approvals with DSOs/TSOs.
• Develop strategies and create cost-effective grid connection solutions for renewable energy projects (BESS PV etc.)
• Coordinate substation projects and active installations.
• Build and execute grid connection strategy for portfolio projects.
• Oversee substation projects commissioning and certification.
• Coordinate with grid operators service providers and internal teams.
• Deliver technical input for commercial risk assessment and cost optimization.
• Coordinate internal grid engineering resources and external consultants
• Prepare technical specifications and tender documents.
• Perform grid calculations and evaluate concepts economically.
• Manage power system studies using PSSC PSCAD and similar simulation tools.
• Oversee commissioning and certification processes.
• Report regularly to management and technical leadership.

PROFILE

• Degree in electrical engineering (power systems focus preferred)
• 10 years hands-on experience with utility-scale grid connections for renewables
• Solid understanding of substation and cable design electrical safety systems plant controls and metering.
• Able to review grid studies and turn the findings into clear design and construction actions.
• Strong commercial skills to agree scope costs guarantees and supplier contracts.
• Clear communicator who aligns engineers project managers contractors and authorities.
• Fluent in English with a full driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Solid understanding of grid connection planning and HV systems.
• Proven ability to work with regulators utilities and project investors
• Strong network within DSOs/TSOs.
• Experience with grid calculation software (e.g. PowerFactory PSS SINCAL PSCAD etc.).
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Strong knowledge of grid connection planning for renewable energy projects
• Familiarity with current standards and norms (VDE-AR-N 4110 VDE-AR-N 4120 etc.)
• Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder management experience
• Experience leading technical teams and external consultants
• Excellent communication and project management skills

Become part of a committed team shaping the future of clean energy together.

CONTACT

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