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Head of Grid & EPC
€90k - 105k per year + 25% bonus + shares
Energy Storage
Europe
Munich, Bayern, Germany
Permanent
Hybrid

Amazing new opportunity with a BESS business that develops, implements, & operates assets across Germany!

They're a fast-growing business, with about 20 people in the team and a pipeline of 900 MW (+ other projects they're partnering with EPCs on). For this, they need a Head of Grid & EPC to lead the grid connection processes of these projects & navigate DSO relationships.

You will oversee all activities related to grid connection for BESS and hybrid projects, while managing 1–2 direct reports. The role offers a mix of strategic responsibility and hands-on project involvement in a fully financed, investor-backed environment.

  • Position: Head of Grid & EPC
  • Location: Munich - minimum 1 day per week onsite
  • Salary: Up to €105,000 depending on experience + 25% bonus + shares

What you bring:

  • Strong experience with DSOs and a robust grid network in Germany
  • Clear understanding of how DSOs evaluate and treat BESS projects
  • Proven track record delivering renewable energy projects (BESS/PV/wind)
  • EPC or project management experience from construction through commissioning

Why join?

  • Take ownership of one of the company’s most strategically important functions
  • Share participation available
  • Opportunity to shape a fast-growing business in one of Europe’s most exciting BESS markets

Apply via this ad, or email your CV to r.derbyshire@pipermaddox.com

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