Senior Renewables Energy Project Engineer

OverviewContourGlobal, a KKR Company, led by CEO Antonio Cammisecra, is an established Independent Power Producer (IPP) developing, acquiring, and operating electricity generation and storage assets worldwide. The company currently manages 5.3 GW of installed capacity across different power generation technologies and asset categories, with an additional 1 GW of renewables under construction and a further 9.8 GW under development. The operational footprint extends to 18 countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, North and South America. The company has committed to speed up the decarbonization of its portfolio with a sustainable transition of its thermal fleet, the repowering of existing renewable assets and the organic development of new renewable projects. ContourGlobal boasts 20 years of collaboration with communities, institutions, and customers that benefit from its electricity supply through long-term contracts or innovative PPAs, coupled with energy management solutions.We are looking for a Senior Renewables Energy Project Engineer in Milan / Hybrid ResponsibilitiesProject Development and Execution: Protection system control and engineering activities for renewable energy plants; development of SCADA and protection design throughout the project lifecycle (feasibility studies, preliminary engineering, construction, commissioning). Purchase order specifications to activate external engineering support; management and supervision of contractors' design and engineering activities. Control of electrical technical specifications and network architecture when required; support to Procurement during bidding phases. Assist in review of electrical drawings and technical specifications in compliance with regulations; monitor technical documents from EPC contractors to ensure design compliance with EGP specifications and best practices.Technical Due Diligence and Investment Support: Lead specialist team conducting technical reviews of SOLAR and BESS projects for greenfield and M&A opportunities; interface with Business Development, Legal, Procurement, O&M, etc. up to Final Investment Decision (FID). Support the definition of business models and commercial offers (including energy storage applications); assist in economic and financial evaluations, cost structuring, risk assessments, and sensitivity analyses. Evaluate compliance with grid codes and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NFPA 855, IEEE 1547, IEC, RED III, Decree 128 / 2016).Application and Innovation of Storage TechnologiesApply knowledge of PV and BESS plant equipment (PV modules, trackers, conversion units, string inverters, batteries) and control systems to optimize project performance. Explore new technical solutions for PV and BESS systems with relevant control systems; analyze and define use cases such as frequency regulation, peak shaving, energy shifting, backup power, and grid support. Support innovation initiatives related to hybrid plant operation and digital asset management.Qualifications and SkillsEducation: Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical or electronic preferred). Experience: 10+ years in energy sector projects; 6+ years in the design and implementation of SOLAR or BESS as Project Engineer. Skills: Fluent in English (written and spoken); excellent communication, team leadership, decision-making, innovation, results focus; ability to give and receive feedback. Technical competencies: knowledge of SOLAR and BESS technologies, EMS/BMS architecture, Power Plant Control architecture, bidirectional inverters, thermal systems, and grid compliance. Familiarity with applicable standards and regulations (NFPA, IEC, IEEE); Capex and Opex estimation; advanced knowledge of the plant design process across feasibility, basic design, and construction design phases. Knowledge of HV, MV and LV infrastructures and main equipment. Travel requirements: frequent national and international travel; availability for site inspections, technical meetings, and engineering reviews.What Drives Your Application ForwardMaster’s degree in Sustainable Energy Systems, Electrical Engineering, or similar is highly valued. Certifications in EMS, PPC, power electronics, or grid integration are a plus. Demonstrated experience integrating storage systems with renewable assets. Proven ability to lead technical teams in multidisciplinary project environments; ability to lead technical discussions with international suppliers, clients, and partners.Our ValuesWe are our greatest asset; we respect and protect the environment; we are doers, committed to doing things right; We act with integrity and transparency; we think and act like entrepreneurs; working together as a globally integrated team with an entrepreneurial mindset and employee ownership. We foster a culture where individuals are empowered to succeed, contribute and shape the future of sustainable energy; cross-border collaboration; diversity and inclusion.Interested in joining our company? We know that skills and experience come in different forms, and we value diverse perspectives. If you’re excited about this role but you think you still need to learn some of the required skills, we’d still love to hear from you. You are much more than your CV, so come as you are and tell us who you aspire to become The most important skills are collaboration, respect, trustworthiness and execution. So go ahead—apply, and let’s contribute to the new energy transition together ContourGlobal provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a diverse workforce that reflects the rich environment of our society and the markets in which we operate. Senior Renewables Energy Project Engineer • Turbigo, Lombardy, ITALYJ-18808-LjbffrSenior Renewables Energy Project Engineer • Rome, Italy #J-18808-Ljbffr