Project Engineer, EPC Management – Utility-Scale Solar, BESS, Wind

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EPC-Management-Projektingenieur für Renergos große Solar-, BESS- und Windenergieprojekte. Technische Steuerung, Vertragsverhandlungen und Abnahmen für Anlagen der Energiewende.

Responsibilities:

  • Overall technical responsibility for EPC management of PV and BESS projects as the central technical authority (Owner’s Engineer)
  • Collaboration with Renergo’s existing project managers
  • Development and enforcement of internal technical standards and specifications
  • Technical evaluation of solutions and components, including battery storage technologies, manufacturers, degradation curves, and system design
  • Oversight and acceptance throughout the entire project lifecycle, including FAT, site inspections, and on-site acceptance testing
  • Collaboration with EPC contractors and subcontractors
  • Management of EPC negotiations for complex supply and EPC contracts, including technical specifications and payment terms
  • Coordination with the commercial team and project management
  • Support with technical planning and bills of quantities, particularly grid connection, cable route, and PV design
  • Direct reporting to executive management
  • Establishment and development of the EPC management function as its first hire

Requirements:

  • At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in EPC management, Owner’s Engineering, or technical project delivery of utility-scale PV and/or battery storage (BESS) projects in Germany – career changers will not be considered
  • Completed degree in electrical engineering, energy engineering, civil engineering, or a comparable qualification
  • Strong technical expertise in PV and/or BESS systems, components, and manufacturers
  • Experience with Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and construction acceptance inspections
  • Experience negotiating and drafting complex supply/EPC contracts, including payment terms
  • Established network and in-depth market knowledge of the German PV/BESS sector
  • Willingness to travel for on-site appointments, including construction sites, supplier meetings, and FATs
  • Fluent German and English, with strong negotiation skills in both languages
  • Independent, accountable working style and the willingness to take on genuine responsibility

Benefits:

  • Permanent employment contract with 30 days of annual leave
  • Attractive bonus scheme
  • Flexible working hours
  • Remote working
  • iPhone for personal use
  • Company car for personal use (after the probationary period)
  • Monthly childcare allowance of up to €100 per child
  • Contribution toward sports or gym membership
  • Individually tailored training and development opportunities
  • Meaningful work in a growing industry