Senior Project Manager Photovoltaic & Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), (M/F/D)

The ILF Solar Photovoltaic & hybrid systems team works across a vast range of large-scale renewables projects and programs, both grid connected and off-grid across private and public sectors globally. We offer you to join a dynamic environment and to work on unique and exciting projects (including floating PV, complex hybrid systems, combination with Hydrogen, rural electrification, etc.).

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• We are looking for a Senior Project Manager Photovoltaic & Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), (M/F/D)

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

You will operate as a Senior Project Manager - Photovoltaic & Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) for strategic projects worldwide. Your clients will include International Finance Institutions (AFD, KfW, World Bank, EBRD, EIB, etc.), national power utilities, major private clients (industrial, project developers, etc.).

During development phase of the projects, you will lead Feasibility studies of complex power plant systems including system sizing / optimization, CAPEX and OPEX estimation, conceptual / detail design and layout, grid studies (PSS/E, Power Factory), energy master plan studies (PLEXOS, PyPSA), etc. Your activities could also include to lead TDD, LTA as well as Technical Transaction Advisor projects.

During implementation phase , you will lead the tender design, evaluation of EPC/IPP offers, reviewing and validating the executive design before construction (design vetting). Your will also be overseeing the supervision of the construction, commissioning and O&M phase.

As an interface between suppliers, IPP / EPC contractors and clients you keep up to date with and pass on market trends, technology development, new products, standards and simulation models.

Your engineering skills will contribute to the standardization of work processes with the goal of enhancing efficiency and quality.

You will also support the development of our international activities by preparing proposals and supporting business development initiatives.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduated in the field of energy, electrical engineering or similar with a focus on Renewable Energies / Photovoltaics / Energy Storage Systems (ESS).

At least 10 years of experience in large scale photovoltaic & battery systems with robust project management and engineering skills. Expertise in Wind and Green Hydrogen projects would be a plus.

Experience with Energy software such as PVSyst, HOMER PRO, and/or Power system Software (Power Factory, PSS/E) is required.

Understanding of technical aspects of PPA and EPC contracts regarding performance and penalties is required.

Excellent writing skills

Very good written and spoken skills in English and in French.

91% of our employees consider ILF Germany & France a “Great Place to Work”.

Friendly company culture and diversity in everyday practice

Numerous local and cross-regional events strengthen team spirit, and the majority of our employees address each other on a first-name basis. We are particularly proud of the international diversity of our teams, which bring together more than 30 nationalities.

Modern working environment

Across all our locations, our employees benefit from modern, high-quality workstations, including height-adjustable desks.

Professional development and networking

Every employee receives an annual training budget that can be used for external learning platforms (such as Udemy) as well as our internal ILF Academy. Regular development discussions provide opportunities to explore new responsibilities and career development paths. Young engineers also meet regularly through the Young Engineers Club .

Benefits beyond salary

We share the company’s success with our employees and reward candidate referrals, technical publications, and conference presentations with attractive bonuses. Outstanding achievements are recognized through our Excellence Awards . In addition, employees can choose between a Pluxee benefits card and supplementary health insurance .

International environment and diversity

As part of the ILF Group , which is still managed by its founding families and operates in more than 45 locations worldwide with over 3,700 employees, we work on national and international projects in multicultural teams representing more than 30 nationalities.

Work-life balance

We offer flexible solutions tailored to individual needs, both in terms of working hours (flexible schedules, part-time options) and work location (remote work, mobility between offices, and international assignments).

Health and sustainability

We subsidize public transportation costs and offer a bicycle leasing program. Through our Employee Assistance Program , employees can receive fast and professional support for both personal and work-related matters.

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