Senior Electrical Engineer
Job description
A new opportunity has arisen with a well-established energy developer headquartered in Munich, entering a major growth phase within the German market.
The company has been developing and delivering energy projects in Germany for over 15 years and recently secured significant backing from a global private equity and infrastructure fund with close to $300bn in assets under management. With strong financial foundations and a long-term strategy, the business is now expanding its utility-scale BESS portfolio across Germany.
To support this growth, the company is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to play a key role in the design, technical development, and delivery of large-scale battery energy storage projects, from concept through to commissioning.
The Role
Lead and support the electrical design of utility-scale BESS projects
Define technical requirements from early development through construction and commissioning
Review and manage electrical studies, specifications, and drawings (HV/LV, protection, SCADA, grid connection)
Act as the technical interface with EPC contractors, OEMs, grid operators, and consultants
Support procurement, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and technical due diligence
Ensure compliance with German grid codes, standards, and HSE requirements
The Ideal Profile
Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
Proven experience working on large-scale energy, power, renewables, or BESS projects
Strong knowledge of HV/MV/LV systems, grid connection, protection schemes, and commissioning
Experience working with German grid operators and regulatory standards
Fluent in German and English
Comfortable working in a growing organisation with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset
Why Join?
Join a stable, well-backed business with a long-term commitment to the German energy market
Be part of a growing BESS platform at an early and influential stage
Work on technically challenging, high-impact energy transition projects
Competitive compensation – no fixed salary cap, with flexibility for strong candidates
Munich preferred, with location flexibility for the right profile