Hybrid Engineer, Grid Integration

at Voltfang

• Job title: Engineer, Grid Integration
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Aachen, Germany

About the role

• Engineer responsible for the planning and integration of energy storage systems into the grid. Working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance and safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure our energy storage systems are connected to the grid safely and efficiently
• Plan, coordinate and implement grid connections for our battery storage systems in the medium- and high-voltage sectors
• Support projects from the early concept phase through to commissioning
• Ensure that all technical and regulatory requirements are met
• Manage application procedures and planning of grid connections for battery storage systems in the medium- and high-voltage range
• Coordinate with grid operators, authorities and internal specialist departments to ensure project permit readiness and grid connection readiness
• Coordinate with certifiers for plant certification, including preparation and provision of plant documentation
• Support the construction phase, with a focus on creation and commissioning of the grid connection point and coordination of the downstream grid operator’s remote control/telemetry systems
• Prepare technical documentation, including single-line diagrams, communication plans, protection concepts and commissioning declarations
• Support project development, especially in the early planning phase and in the preparation of feasibility studies
• Provide technical advice to internal and external stakeholders on questions of grid integration and grid stability

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Renewable Energies or a comparable field
• Professional experience in planning and designing grid connections for renewable energy installations, ideally in the medium- and high-voltage sector
• Solid knowledge of relevant standards and guidelines (e.g., VDE-AR-N 4110, VDE-AR-N 4120)
• Experience with engineering software such as EPLAN, AutoCAD and DIgSILENT PowerFactory is an advantage
• Confident user of MS Office, especially Excel
• Native-level German in spoken and written form; English skills are an advantage
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• Independent, structured and solution-oriented working style

Benefits

• Significant personal responsibility and the opportunity to make a real impact
• Fair base salary plus performance-related bonuses
• A motivated team that wants to build something together
• Flat hierarchies, fast decision-making and an open culture
• A meaningful job – your contribution directly supports the energy transition
• Cooperation with Urban Sports Club
• Subsidy for a job ticket / public transport pass
• Office dog
• 30 days of annual leave
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working model
• Regular team events to strengthen company culture