Electrical Engineer - PV & BESS

Job Description
Galileo is a  fast-growing renewable energy IPP, investor and operator , currently in the very dynamic start-up phase. Since our foundation in 2020, we have secured a pipeline of over  17 GW  of  solar  PV,  onshore wind ,  offshore wind  and  storage  projects across  nine markets  in Europe.

We are looking for an  Electrical Engineer  to lead  electrical engineering  activities for  PV  and  BESS  projects in  Italy  from greenfield technical  development  through  post-permitting , detailed design,  construction ,  commissioning , and  handover . This person will be based in Milan (with the possibility of hybrid remote working) and report to the EPC Director.

What you’ll do

Lead the definition of electrical design concepts and requirements (BoD/SoW, Employer’s Requirements, technical specifications) supporting tendering, contracting, and execution.

Cover the full electrical scope across the plant and grid interface, from development stage up to construction, including:

DC and AC design concepts for PV and BESS (collection systems, aux supplies, control/communication interfaces)

MV and HV systems, including substation and grid-connection interfaces (primary/secondary systems coordination as applicable)

Contribute to grid studies and assessments (e.g., short-circuit, load flow, harmonics, flicker, protection coordination), coordinating consultants/third parties when needed.

Review design deliverables (SLDs, protection & control schemes, substation/cabin layouts, cable schedules, grounding/earthing, lighting, auxiliary services

Protection, metering, grounding/earthing, lightning protection and electrical safety concepts

Ensure compliance with Italian grid codes and relevant standards (e.g., CEI/IEC), and support grid-connection activities in collaboration with the Grid team (DSO/TERNA interface).

Coordinate and/or review electrical deliverables from EPC contractors, consultants and suppliers; challenge design choices to ensure quality, constructability, cost effectiveness and risk mitigation.

Support procurement by evaluating technical offers, clarifying vendor proposals, and contributing to supplier selection for key electrical equipment (e.g., transformers, MV switch gear, inverters/PCS, protection systems).

Provide technical support during construction, including RFI management, site inspections, NCR resolution, FAT/SAT participation (as needed), and commissioning documentation review.

Manage technical risks and electrical interfaces between packages (PV/BESS/Wind, substation, grid compliance, SCADA).

Promote best practices for electrical safety, quality and document traceability.

Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards, templates, and ways of working across the EPC organization.

Depending on experience and availability, support similar activities for wind projects.

Requirements

What you’ll need:

Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent technical background).

At least 3-4 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering for Italian utility-scale PV projects (more senior profiles welcome);
Specific BESS experience (PCS, EMS, control strategies, safety requirements, performance testing) is a plus.

Practical exposure to multiple project phases (development/design, execution, commissioning), ideally within an EPC, IPP, developer, OEM, or engineering consultancy environment.

Familiarity with MV/HV systems and grid-connection interfaces for renewable plants in Italy.

Experience with electrical simulation/design tools (e.g., ETAP, DIgSILENT Power Factory or similar) and CAD.

Strong ability to work cross-functionally and communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.

Fluent Italian; professional English is a plus.

Willingness to travel regularly…