Taylor Hopkinson is supporting an international renewable energy company in the appointment of a Grid Connection Manager to join its Italian project development activities.

The successful candidate will take ownership of the grid connection workstream across a portfolio of utility-scale renewable energy projects, with a particular focus on solar PV, BESS and hybrid assets .

The role covers the connection lifecycle from initial grid assessment and connection strategy through to advanced development, construction interface, energisation and commercial operation. It is a hands-on position requiring strong technical knowledge of the Italian electricity network, combined with the ability to coordinate multiple internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the grid connection strategy for new projects, assessing available capacity, connection solutions, voltage levels, network constraints, reinforcement requirements and potential curtailment.
- Manage the preparation and submission of grid connection applications and the associated technical documentation to Terna and relevant DSOs.
- Oversee the different stages of the Italian connection process, including STMG/STMD activities, connection offers, contracts, fees, milestones and operator requirements .
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with Terna, E-Distribuzione and other network operators , representing the company in technical discussions and resolving outstanding matters.
- Coordinate external consultants and internal technical specialists undertaking power-system and grid studies , including load flow, short-circuit, reactive power, protection,



harmonic and dynamic analyses.
- Ensure that projects remain aligned with the applicable Italian grid-connection regulations and technical standards , including TICA, Terna Grid Code, CEI 0-16 and relevant ARERA requirements.
- Provide technical input on the design of connection infrastructure, including substations, transformers, MV/HV cables and lines, protection systems, metering, SCADA/telecontrol and plant control systems .
- Monitor the cost, schedule and risk profile of the grid workstream, identifying potential delays, additional network requirements and operational constraints and proposing mitigation measures.
- Work closely with Development, Permitting, Land, Legal, Finance, Investment, Procurement, Engineering and Construction teams to ensure that grid-related activities remain coordinated with the wider project programme.
- Contribute grid expertise to project acquisitions, technical due diligence, investment decisions, financing and divestment processes , highlighting relevant risks, liabilities and development conditions.
- Support the transition from development into construction by ensuring an effective technical handover and supporting grid compliance, testing, energisation and activities through COD .
- Maintain accurate documentation,



trackers, correspondence and records of interactions with network operators and provide regular updates to project development management.

Candidate Profile

- Approximately 5-8 years of professional experience in grid connection, power systems or renewable energy projects.
- Proven experience working on utility-scale renewable energy and/or energy storage projects in Italy .
- Practical understanding of the Italian grid connection framework and experience dealing with Terna and/or Italian DSOs .
- Knowledge of STMG/STMD processes, TICA, Terna Grid Code, CEI 0-16 and relevant MyTerna/GAUDÌ procedures .
- Good technical understanding of MV/HV infrastructure, substations, transformers, protection and control systems, reactive power, metering and SCADA/telecontrol .
- Ability to interpret and critically assess single-line diagrams, connection offers, grid studies and engineering documentation .
- Experience managing technical consultants, project timelines, budgets and multiple stakeholder interfaces.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate independently and interact confidently with network operators, consultants, EPC contractors and internal teams.
- Fluent Italian and good professional English , both written and spoken.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills. Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or GIS is advantageous, as is familiarity with power-system modelling tools such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory or PSS®E.
- Availability to travel within Italy as required and a valid driving licence.

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