Hybrid Senior Electrical Engineer – Grid Connection (Protection Technology)

at encosa energy

• Job title: Senior Electrical Engineer – Grid Connection (Protection Technology)
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Munchen, Germany

About the role

• Senior Elektroingenieur responsible for complete work package of network connection, coordinating processes and ensuring compliance. Contributing to energy projects with a technical focus in Munich.

Responsibilities

• As an Electrical Engineer for Grid Connection and Protection Technology (m/f/d), you will be responsible for the complete grid-connection work package — from technical feasibility through to commissioning.
• You coordinate grid operator processes, arrange and oversee testing, and prepare technical proofs and documentation.
• Preparation of grid connection applications and submission of technical data packages.
• Manage and respond to technical queries from grid operators.
• Planning and responsibility for demonstrating compliance with VDE-AR-N 4105 and VDE-AR-N 4110.
• Definition of single-line diagrams, protection concepts, CT (current transformer) specifications and telecontrol/remote-control technology.
• Coordination of external partners for protection tests such as FAT and SAT.
• Maintain schedules for grid milestones and manage dependencies and risks.
• Consolidation of approvals, test reports and certificates up to commissioning.
• Further development of standards, templates and grid connection processes.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification (e.g. master craftsman or certified technician).
• Several years of experience in grid connection for power plants, ideally battery storage or renewable energy projects.
• Strong knowledge of protection technology, standards and grid-operator processes.
• Confident in reading and creating single-line diagrams and technical specifications.
• Experience with certification and testing processes, including FAT and SAT.
• Clear and professional communication with grid operators and authorities.
• German language skills at least C1 level.

Benefits

• High impact & responsibility – You lead central work packages in real energy projects and have a direct influence on their success.
• Technical focus – Grid connection, protection technology and certification processes.
• Flexible working – Hybrid model with an office in the heart of Munich. We expect you to be predominantly in the office (approx. 4 days per week). Home office is possible but rather the exception (max. 2 days per week).
• Development opportunities – Career paths toward Senior Engineer or technical project responsibility.
• Attractive compensation package – Fixed salary plus bonus and equity participation options that grow with the startup.
• Startup culture with values – Open communication, Wellpass fitness benefit and a strong team spirit.