Head of Grid

Head of Grid Connections | BESS & Data Centres

Want to take ownership of grid connections across a growing German energy infrastructure portfolio?

SR2 is partnering with an exciting energy infrastructure developer to appoint a Head of Grid Connections, leading grid strategy and delivery across battery energy storage (BESS) and data centre developments.

This is an opportunity to own a critical function, work directly with senior leadership and take responsibility for securing grid access across a substantial live project pipeline.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead end-to-end Netzanschluss processes for BESS and data centre projects ranging from 5 MW to 80 MW.
• Own technical and commercial relationships with DSOs, particularly MITNETZ STROM and Avacon Netz.
• Manage grid capacity enquiries, applications, NTS responses, reservations and connection agreements.
• Oversee grid qualification across multiple simultaneous developments.
• Guide substation requirements, grid compliance and EPC contractor coordination.
• Support the transition of grid connection activities in-house.
• Provide strategic grid intelligence to influence site selection and project investment decisions.

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience delivering German grid connections for medium-to-large energy infrastructure projects.
• Established relationships with MITNETZ STROM / enviaM Group — particularly valuable.
• Strong knowledge of German Netzanschluss processes and relevant grid regulations.
• Technical understanding of MV/HV connections, substations and VDE-AR-N 4110 / 4120.
• Experience managing multiple grid connection applications and stakeholder relationships.
• Fluent German and working proficiency in English.
• BESS, data centre, utility or large industrial load experience.

What's on offer:

• €100,000–€130,000 base salary plus 15–25% bonus.
• Company-wide grid leadership responsibility.
• An established project pipeline with significant growth ambitions.
• Exposure to both battery storage and data centre infrastructure.
• Hybrid working from Berlin, with regional travel.
• Flexible engagement options, including freelance/consultancy.

Interested?

Apply using this Job Advert or send your up to date CV to greg.blake@sr2rec.com