Grid Connection Manager

New Opportunity | Grid Connection Manager Location: Rome Salary: €60,000 DOE Full-time: Office-based with travel Piper Maddox are partnered with a growing renewable energy IPP operating across large-scale wind and solar projects in Italy. As the business continues to expand its pipeline, they are seeking a Grid Connection Manager to support the delivery of utility-scale assets. This is a key position within the Engineering team, responsible for managing grid connection processes with national operators and ensuring efficient project execution from development through to commissioning. You will take ownership of grid connection activities across multiple projects, acting as the primary interface with grid operators and supporting technical and commercial decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities • Manage grid connection applications for HV and MV projects via operator portals • Act as the main point of contact with grid operators, including Terna and Enel • Coordinate technical discussions, meetings, and working groups • Conduct technical and economic feasibility assessments for connection solutions • Support engineering teams with grid-related design documentation • Oversee connection processes through construction and into operation Requirements • Degree in Electrical Engineering • 3+ years’ experience managing grid connections for utility-scale renewable projects (10MW+) • Strong knowledge of Italian grid regulations and connection procedures • Experience working with HV and MV infrastructure • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills • Fluent Italian and good English • Willingness to travel nationally This is an opportunity to join a developer with a strong and growing pipeline, offering exposure across the full project lifecycle and the chance to play a key role in delivering critical renewable infrastructure in Italy