BESS/Grid Project Manager - Milan

Type of contract: Permanent
Location: Italy (on sitewith business trips)
Start date: as soon as possible

About NW

NW aims to make the energy transition accessible to all. Since 2007, the group has been deploying innovative solutions to increase the share of low-carbon energies in the French electricity mix, support the stability of the electricity network and contributing to the development of electric mobility.

As the first French energy transition unicorn, NW is the leader in France in electricity storage with its JBox® solution and the precursor of high-power charging terminals, its IECharge®. The company is also expanding internationally, particularly in Europe and the United States. In February 2023, NW joined the FrenchTech Next40.

Due to our remarkable growth, we are looking for a BESS/Grid Project Manager to come and collaborate with our team in Italy. Responsible for developing energy storage projects, you will have the following responsibilities:

What you will do

• Manage the grid connection process (LV/MV/HV) in collaboration with grid operators (e.g., e-distribuzione, Terna, others)

• Coordinate the development of BESS projects in Italy, from permitting to execution.

• Monitor project timelines, costs, and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle (PMO activities).

• Support the preliminary and executive design phases.

• Collaborate with internal and external technical, legal, and environmental teams.

• Conduct market analysis and support the valorization of BESS solutions.

Desired skills

• Knowledge of the electricity market in Italy is a plus, including interaction with Terna and E-distribuzione

• Experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS)

• Proficiency in English (French is a plus)

• You have good analytical and multitasking skills

• You have excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills

Your profile

• Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Energy, Civil, or similar) or equivalent technical background.

• Proven experience (minimum 2 years) in project management within the energy sector, preferably in BESS, solar PV, or wind.

• Technical knowledge in the field of renewable energy infrastructures and BESS

• Experience with grid connection procedures and key stakeholders (e.g., e-distribuzione, Terna, others).

• Familiarity with permitting processes and national environmental regulations.

• Ability to work independently, manage suppliers, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.

• Willingness to travel within Italy.

Why NW?

• Join a dynamic and positive team conscious about our current climate challenges

• Discover the energy stocking and electric mobility industries

• Contribute to one of the most important transitions of our time aiming to achieve environmental stability for future generations

Recruitment process

• HR interview

• Manager interview

• Final interview