R0001571 Grid Manager – Portugal (Open)We’re Nadara. We work harmoniously with the power of nature and the communities around us to power lifetimes to come. We call our approach ‘living energy’.We don’t just produce renewable energy, we live it – recognising our relationship with the people touched by our business and supporting social, educational, cultural, and environmental initiatives that contribute to the development of the communities we work alongside.Discover more about our business here: <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnadara.com%2Fabout%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Crita.mallozzi%40external.renantis.com%7C0358ac6cb0134d316d9f08dca03051b3%7C38b40df8b1744f1abaf8e2f57646f856%7C0%7C0%7C638561376602575965%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=R128FRYNL3FP08DBHxNorkOEOXDpwZD2bslYohLfI14%3D&amp;reserved=0">https://nadara.com/about/</a>Nadara is an innovative place to work. We work in a stimulating and challenging environment, where every day we explore the unknown with curiosity, make decisions with quality and take action and deliver with courage. For us diversity is a real value, and we encourage in connecting different perspectives with respect.Discover more about our culture and approach here: <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnadara.com%2Fliving-the-company%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Crita.mallozzi%40external.renantis.com%7C0358ac6cb0134d316d9f08dca03051b3%7C38b40df8b1744f1abaf8e2f57646f856%7C0%7C0%7C638561376602589148%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=ZqmeSu1E%2BjQTP2S7avQFH4X22uk7WEkh5PTw%2FoPouBI%3D&amp;reserved=0">https://nadara.com/living-the-company/</a><h2>Job Description Summary:</h2>The Grid Manager Portugal is responsible for leading all grid connection activities for Nadara Group’s renewable energy projects in Portugal, from early stage feasibility to final connection agreements. The role ensures full compliance with Portuguese regulatory frameworks, coordinates technical interfaces with the national TSO (REN) and DSOs (EDP Distribuição, Iberdrola, etc.), and provides strategic guidance on electrical design, permitting constraints, and connection risks across multiple projects.<h2>Job Description:</h2>Main ResponsibilitiesGrid Connection Strategy &amp; Stakeholder Management<ul><li>Manage the full grid‑connection process in Portugal, from initial assessment to final agreement, ensuring alignment with REN/TSO and DSO requirements.</li><li>Engage proactively with key stakeholders (REN, DSOs, municipalities, regulators, consultants) to secure timely and compliant connection solutions.</li><li>Identify early‑stage risks related to grid capacity, network reinforcements, curtailment exposure, and regulatory constraints.</li></ul>Technical &amp; Regulatory Analysis<ul><li>Analyse potential connection options, associated costs, technical feasibility, and programme impacts, providing structured inputs to project risk registers.</li><li>Monitor Portuguese transmission and distribution regulatory frameworks, including changes introduced by ERSE, DGEG, and national energy transition policies.</li><li>Participate in consultations, working groups, and forums with government bodies, regulators, TSOs, DSOs, and industry associations related to renewable energy development.</li></ul>Project Electrical Design<ul><li>Define the electrical layout of projects (feasibility/basic/executive design), with focus on HV and MV systems, substations, and grid‑connection infrastructure.</li><li>Select main electrical equipment (cables, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, substation layout) ensuring compliance with Portuguese standards and Nadara Group specifications.</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams (project managers, engineers, business development) to ensure coherent and optimized electrical design across multiple projects.</li></ul>Procurement &amp; Technical Governance<ul><li>Provide technical support to Procurement during RfPs for substations, transformers, switchgear, and main electrical equipment.</li><li>Prepare and maintain Nadara technical specifications to support standardization across the portfolio.</li><li>Interface with equipment manufacturers to verify product suitability, compliance, and compatibility with project requirements.</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.</li><li>5–6+ years of experience in grid connection, electrical engineering, or similar roles within the Portuguese energy sector.</li><li>Strong knowledge of the Portuguese electricity market, including REN transmission rules, DSO processes, ERSE regulation, and key industry stakeholders.</li><li>Experience with grid‑connection applications, network studies, and technical submissions to REN and DSOs.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with internal teams, external partners, regulators, and non‑technical stakeholders.</li><li>Fluent in Portuguese and English.</li><li>Proficient in MS Office and technical engineering tools.</li><li>Full clean driving licence.</li></ul>Desirable Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>Experience managing consultants, EPCs, and engineering contractors.</li><li>Understanding of environmental and sustainability aspects related to grid infrastructure.</li><li>Additional language skills (Spanish or Italian preferred).</li></ul>What This Role Delivers<ul><li>Secure, compliant, and cost‑effective grid‑connection solutions for Nadara’s Portuguese portfolio.</li><li>Early identification and mitigation of grid‑related risks.</li><li>Standardized and technically robust electrical designs across projects.</li><li>Strong relationships with Portuguese regulators, TSOs, DSOs, and industry stakeholders.</li></ul>Pay and benefitsAt Nadara, we’re committed to creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow.Our rewards package reflects that commitment, including flexible ways of working, continuous learning and development opportunities, and initiatives focused on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.We recognise effort and dedication, and we make sure it’s matched with fair pay and meaningful benefits - join us and be part of an international renewable energy company that invests in both your personal and professional growth.Salary range: 60K-70K + variable bonus and benefitsThe compensation range indicated in the job posting represents an estimated average range for the position. The final remuneration will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience, skills and qualifications, in accordance with EU pay transparency.Equality and equityNadara is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). We believe that a truly sustainable future is built by diverse minds and voices, and we want everyone to feel they belong and can thrive.Our hiring decisions are based solely on merit, skills, and potential, and pay is determined fairly - considering each individual’s experience, qualifications and contribution.Together, we’re building an inclusive culture where everyone has the chance to make an impact, because when people thrive - so does our planet.What we expect from youWe’re looking for people who share our passion for making a difference: curious minds that are eager to learn, grow and take ownership.If you bring initiative, commitment and a collaborative mindset, we’ll give you the space and support to flourish.Location:LisbonTime Type:Full timeWorker Subtype:Regular

We&rsquo;re Nadara, one of Europe&rsquo;s largest independent power producers.
We own and operate more than 200 renewable energy sites across Europe and the US, producing electricity from wind, solar, waste-to-energy, and biomass.
Every day, we harness the power of nature for good. The most obvious way is by generating dependable renewable energy, but this is just the beginning. We strive to make a deeper impact, seizing the opportunity to live renewable energy in the decisions we make and actions we take, both big and small.
We call our approach &lsquo;living energy&rsquo;. It sees us connecting with people, contributing to communities, and caring for the natural world. Guided by our values of impact, care and connection we work together to make our global and local impact as positive as possible.

Grid Manager – Portugal

R0001571 Grid Manager – Portugal (Open)We’re Nadara. We work harmoniously with the power of nature and the communities around us to power lifetimes to come. We call our approach ‘living energy’.We don’t just produce renewable energy, we live it – recognising our relationship with the people touched by our business and supporting social, educational, cultural, and environmental initiatives that contribute to the development of the communities we work alongside.Discover more about our business here: <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnadara.com%2Fabout%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Crita.mallozzi%40external.renantis.com%7C0358ac6cb0134d316d9f08dca03051b3%7C38b40df8b1744f1abaf8e2f57646f856%7C0%7C0%7C638561376602575965%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=R128FRYNL3FP08DBHxNorkOEOXDpwZD2bslYohLfI14%3D&amp;reserved=0">https://nadara.com/about/</a>Nadara is an innovative place to work. We work in a stimulating and challenging environment, where every day we explore the unknown with curiosity, make decisions with quality and take action and deliver with courage. For us diversity is a real value, and we encourage in connecting different perspectives with respect.Discover more about our culture and approach here: <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnadara.com%2Fliving-the-company%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Crita.mallozzi%40external.renantis.com%7C0358ac6cb0134d316d9f08dca03051b3%7C38b40df8b1744f1abaf8e2f57646f856%7C0%7C0%7C638561376602589148%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=ZqmeSu1E%2BjQTP2S7avQFH4X22uk7WEkh5PTw%2FoPouBI%3D&amp;reserved=0">https://nadara.com/living-the-company/</a><h2>Job Description Summary:</h2>The Grid Manager Portugal is responsible for leading all grid connection activities for Nadara Group’s renewable energy projects in Portugal, from early stage feasibility to final connection agreements. The role ensures full compliance with Portuguese regulatory frameworks, coordinates technical interfaces with the national TSO (REN) and DSOs (EDP Distribuição, Iberdrola, etc.), and provides strategic guidance on electrical design, permitting constraints, and connection risks across multiple projects.<h2>Job Description:</h2>Main ResponsibilitiesGrid Connection Strategy &amp; Stakeholder Management<ul><li>Manage the full grid‑connection process in Portugal, from initial assessment to final agreement, ensuring alignment with REN/TSO and DSO requirements.</li><li>Engage proactively with key stakeholders (REN, DSOs, municipalities, regulators, consultants) to secure timely and compliant connection solutions.</li><li>Identify early‑stage risks related to grid capacity, network reinforcements, curtailment exposure, and regulatory constraints.</li></ul>Technical &amp; Regulatory Analysis<ul><li>Analyse potential connection options, associated costs, technical feasibility, and programme impacts, providing structured inputs to project risk registers.</li><li>Monitor Portuguese transmission and distribution regulatory frameworks, including changes introduced by ERSE, DGEG, and national energy transition policies.</li><li>Participate in consultations, working groups, and forums with government bodies, regulators, TSOs, DSOs, and industry associations related to renewable energy development.</li></ul>Project Electrical Design<ul><li>Define the electrical layout of projects (feasibility/basic/executive design), with focus on HV and MV systems, substations, and grid‑connection infrastructure.</li><li>Select main electrical equipment (cables, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, substation layout) ensuring compliance with Portuguese standards and Nadara Group specifications.</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams (project managers, engineers, business development) to ensure coherent and optimized electrical design across multiple projects.</li></ul>Procurement &amp; Technical Governance<ul><li>Provide technical support to Procurement during RfPs for substations, transformers, switchgear, and main electrical equipment.</li><li>Prepare and maintain Nadara technical specifications to support standardization across the portfolio.</li><li>Interface with equipment manufacturers to verify product suitability, compliance, and compatibility with project requirements.</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.</li><li>5–6+ years of experience in grid connection, electrical engineering, or similar roles within the Portuguese energy sector.</li><li>Strong knowledge of the Portuguese electricity market, including REN transmission rules, DSO processes, ERSE regulation, and key industry stakeholders.</li><li>Experience with grid‑connection applications, network studies, and technical submissions to REN and DSOs.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with internal teams, external partners, regulators, and non‑technical stakeholders.</li><li>Fluent in Portuguese and English.</li><li>Proficient in MS Office and technical engineering tools.</li><li>Full clean driving licence.</li></ul>Desirable Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>Experience managing consultants, EPCs, and engineering contractors.</li><li>Understanding of environmental and sustainability aspects related to grid infrastructure.</li><li>Additional language skills (Spanish or Italian preferred).</li></ul>What This Role Delivers<ul><li>Secure, compliant, and cost‑effective grid‑connection solutions for Nadara’s Portuguese portfolio.</li><li>Early identification and mitigation of grid‑related risks.</li><li>Standardized and technically robust electrical designs across projects.</li><li>Strong relationships with Portuguese regulators, TSOs, DSOs, and industry stakeholders.</li></ul>Pay and benefitsAt Nadara, we’re committed to creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow.Our rewards package reflects that commitment, including flexible ways of working, continuous learning and development opportunities, and initiatives focused on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.We recognise effort and dedication, and we make sure it’s matched with fair pay and meaningful benefits - join us and be part of an international renewable energy company that invests in both your personal and professional growth.Salary range: 60K-70K + variable bonus and benefitsThe compensation range indicated in the job posting represents an estimated average range for the position. The final remuneration will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience, skills and qualifications, in accordance with EU pay transparency.Equality and equityNadara is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). We believe that a truly sustainable future is built by diverse minds and voices, and we want everyone to feel they belong and can thrive.Our hiring decisions are based solely on merit, skills, and potential, and pay is determined fairly - considering each individual’s experience, qualifications and contribution.Together, we’re building an inclusive culture where everyone has the chance to make an impact, because when people thrive - so does our planet.What we expect from youWe’re looking for people who share our passion for making a difference: curious minds that are eager to learn, grow and take ownership.If you bring initiative, commitment and a collaborative mindset, we’ll give you the space and support to flourish.Location:LisbonTime Type:Full timeWorker Subtype:Regular

Grid Manager – Portugal

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