SummaryThe main purpose of this role will be to achieve grid connections required by Lightsource bp projects in Europe.
It will be your responsibility to manage the relationship with local DNO/DSO around European countries to ensure our projects are delivered in a timely and cost-effective manner and ensure that the connection is managed during the development through to the construction process.
The position requires both technical and commercial skills and will be highly interactive with other organizations in the firm.
Contacts and knowledge of the DNO/DSO -ICPs and governmental agencies responsible for grid connections is required.
As a Grid Regulatory Manager in the Grid Team, you will be responsible for collecting, analysing and keeping up to date all laws, codes and standards relating to the connection of renewable plants (especially PV plants) in the EMEA region.
You will also be knowledgeable of other regions such as USA, LATAM, Asia or Australia, where you will support other members of the company involved in these markets.
You will also be the company's point of contact as a link with TSO/DNOs regarding grid code compliance.
You will participate in representing the company in any event, webinar or working group related to grid regulatory aspects and grid code compliance.
You will support the simulation team by providing them with the requirements set out in each country regarding grid code compliance so that they can perform the simulations correctly.
Duties and responsibilities Analyse and provide support to the Head of Regulatory & Grid Code about grid connection process in those European countries where Lightsource BP has a presence.
Represent Grid Department at relevant Development Meetings and Delivery Meetings as required by Lightsource bp.
Create a Grid Risk Matrix in conjunction with the Head of Regulatory & Grid Code.
Assess and ensure compliance with the requirements established in the Grid Code documentation in those European countries where Lightsource BP has a presence.
Define strategy for Grid Connections in conjunction with the Grid Department.
Provide regulatory assessment in those European countries where Lightsource BP has a presence.
Representing and safeguarding the interest of Lightsource BP before DNO/TSO in those European countries where Lightsource BP has a presence.
Monitoring DNO/TSO network upgrades.
Collaborate in carrying out the necessary electrical studies for the wind & solar farms developed by Lightsource BP around European countries.
Attend Lightsource bp sites and third-party premises as required.
Who we're looking for Experience & Knowledge Proven track record & experienced in a similar role for minimum of 8 years.
Strong electrical knowledge in PV & WF plant, as well as transmission & distribution line & substation.
Strong knowledge in European Grid Code & connection process.
Strong knowledge in European Energy Markets.
Strong knowledge in regulatory compliance.
Solid background in Electrical Modelling & Simulation would be considered.
Education Attained an education, ideally a degree in Power Engineering but other related qualifications and supporting working experience would be considered.
Why you'll make a great member of the team Work & General Skills Effective communicator Organized and analytical Proficient in English language Strong computing skills A good team player Proactive and positive work attitude Keen and dynamic approach to innovation Able to coordinate with multiple internal and external teams Able to work independently with minimum supervision.
Why you'll want to work for us Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow; a place where your ideas and opinions matter.
Be you We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Be responsible Our culture is driven by our core values.
From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity.
Be recognized Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension and other local benefits.
Be inspired Beyond your day-to-day working life at Lightsource bp, there's a variety of initiatives that will contribute to your own personal development.
Initiatives to get involved with including our charitable causes, supporting our solar honey project or our sustainability initiatives.
Our Core Values Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible, and meaningful low carbon energy projects.
Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.
