Senior Electrical Engineer - Primary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Engineer – Electrical (Primary) to join our dynamic team at GCC. The successful candidate will join our multi-discipline and cross-national team supporting the development of projects in renewables sector. The Senior Engineer will also provide technical guidance to junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

 

Responsibilities

• Handles routine aspects of engineering assignments that require applying fundamental engineering principles.

• Executes specific portions of engineering work using established procedures and guidelines.

• Collects, verifies, and organizes data related to engineering problems for analysis and reporting.

• Assists in preparing designs, studies, reports, and process deliverables.

• Performs calculations, simulations, and preliminary analyses to support engineering decisions.

• Uses engineering-related computer programs and tools as directed.

• Participates in creating material requisitions, technical specifications, and related documentation.

• Coordinates tasks assigned with other technical personnel to ensure alignment and progress.

• Assists in developing and verifying project control documents to maintain compliance and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Italy or European regulatory codes, standards, and design/layout criteria relevant to the renewable discipline.

• Ability to work within defined scope, schedule, and budget, and communicate issues on owned tasks.

• Accuracy in calculations, completeness of data, and adherence to prescribed methods are essential.

• May provide technical direction to others performing specific design / CAD tasks.

• Works within immediate team and interfaces with other disciplines as directed.

• Demonstrates reliability in meeting commitments.

• Ability to articulate well in written communication, progressing toward technical writing proficiency.

• Consistently practice safe behaviors in both field and office.

• Accepts and seeks feedback; shows willingness and ability to apply it.

• Capable of managing personal workload and multiple commitments.

• Demonstrates potential for growth in both technical and soft skills.

• Understands the importance of building a network across the business unit.

Key skills required:

• Understanding of operational/ functioning flow and equipment in renewable energy plants.

• Familiarity with Italian grid connection standards, including CEI 0-16 and Terna Grid Code (experience preferred).

• Proficiency in LV/MV/HV electrical design, grid integration, and connection systems.

• Ability to size renewable plants including PV string sizing and inverter configuration.

• Competence in creating single-line diagrams, cable tray routing, cable trench layouts, and overall electrical general arrangements.

• Skilled in performing detailed electrical calculations for system design and validation.

• Experience in sizing MV/LV cables for both underground and overhead substations.

• Softwares: AutoCAD, PVsyst, Ampere (or similar), ETAP, DigSilent (or similar) Excel and Office Package.

Education and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Energy engineering.

• 8 to 14 years of experience.