BESS Grid Connection Expert

Location: Germany

Language: Fluent German required

Experience: Minimum 3 years

About the Role

We are currently supporting a growing BESS business in Germany that is looking for an experienced Grid Connection Expert to support the development and delivery of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects.

This is an opportunity to join a specialist team working across the German energy storage market, with responsibility for supporting projects through the grid connection process and working closely with network operators, consultants and internal engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support grid connection activities for BESS projects across Germany
• Manage communication with DSOs and TSOs throughout the connection process
• Assess grid connection requirements and identify suitable connection solutions
• Coordinate and review grid studies, load flow, short-circuit and dynamic studies
• Support the preparation and submission of grid connection applications
• Review technical documentation, grid connection offers and network requirements
• Ensure projects comply with relevant German grid codes and technical standards
• Work closely with electrical, engineering, development and project teams
• Support discussions around connection capacity, substations and grid infrastructure
• Identify potential grid constraints and provide technical solutions
• Monitor changes to German grid connection regulations and requirements

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience working in grid connection, grid integration, power systems or a related field
• Strong experience within the German energy market
• Previous experience with BESS / Battery Energy Storage Systems is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of German grid connection processes and requirements
• Experience working with DSOs, TSOs or network operators
• Understanding of power system studies such as load flow, short circuit and dynamic analysis
• Knowledge of relevant German grid codes and standards, such as VDE-AR-N 4110 / 4120
• Fluent German and strong English communication skills
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a project-driven environment

Desirable

• Experience with utility-scale BESS projects
• Knowledge of PowerFactory, PSS/E, PSCAD or similar power system software
• Experience with grid connection applications and technical connection studies
• Experience working with German renewable energy projects, particularly solar, wind or BESS

The Opportunity

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Grid Connection professional who wants to work at the forefront of the rapidly developing German BESS market , supporting projects from early-stage development through to grid connection.

The role offers the opportunity to work closely with a senior BESS Grid team and contribute directly to the growth of a developing energy storage portfolio in Germany.