Senior Grid Engineer

Senior Grid Engineer Alight is a leading solar IPP (Independent Power Producer) on a mission to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable energy system by developing, owning, and operating solar & BESS assets that deliver long-term value for businesses and the planet. As a Senior Grid Engineer , you will play a key role in ensuring that Alight’s solar, BESS, and energy hub projects are designed, connected, and operated in full compliance with grid requirements across the Nordics. You will act as the technical expert on grid integration, supporting projects ranging from utility-scale renewable assets to complex multi-asset energy hubs, private-wire networks, and powered land solutions for datacenters and large industrial customers. You will work cross-functionally with development, engineering, construction, operations, revenue, and external stakeholders including TSOs, DSOs, EPCs, and OEMs to optimize technical performance, compliance, and long-term project value. This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing renewable energy company at the forefront of integrating solar, BESS, and flexible energy infrastructure into the Nordic energy system. Your impact We are looking for a Senior Grid Engineer to lead and support grid integration activities for utility-scale solar, BESS, and energy hub projects across the Nordics. A key part of this role is to strengthen Alight’s internal expertise and standardisation around grid connection strategies, compliance, and technical design. Grid integration and technical leadership Act as the technical subject matter expert on grid connection, grid codes, compliance, and curtailment across Nordic markets Lead technical discussions and coordination with TSOs and DSOs regarding grid connections, studies, compliance, and operations Develop and maintain standard grid connection architectures for solar, BESS, private-wire, and energy hub projects Translate grid code and metering requirements into technical specifications and Employer’s Requirements for EPCs, OEMs, and integrators Define functional requirements for plant controllers, inverters, BESS, substations, SCADA, and protection systems Engineering, procurement and construction support Review and approve detailed grid and substation designs, including transformers, protection systems, cabling, SCADA, and metering Technically evaluate suppliers and bidders from a grid compliance and curtailment perspective Support technical negotiations and project execution during construction phases Define and support FAT/SAT testing and grid compliance testing activities Coordinate with TSOs, DSOs, EPCs, and construction teams during grid connection execution Development and acquisition support Assess and review grid connection solutions, studies, offers, and agreements from grid operators Support development and revenue teams with innovative grid and storage integration opportunities Evaluate technical risks and opportunities related to curtailment, compliance, reinforcement, and grid upgrades Support technical due diligence for acquisitions and project development opportunities Manage external consultants and technical studies related to grid integration and connection infrastructure Operations and continuous improvement Analyse curtailment and outage data to improve operational and pre-operational asset performance Ensure continued grid code compliance throughout the asset lifecycle Develop internal standards, best practices, and scalable technical solutions for grid connections Provide guidance and training internally on grid infrastructure, substations, and AC/DC system design for solar and BESS projects We’re looking for you Proven experience in grid integration, grid connection engineering, or power systems engineering within renewable energy projects Strong understanding of Nordic grid codes, TSO/DSO connection processes, and grid compliance requirements Experience working with utility-scale solar, BESS, substations, or complex energy infrastructure projects Knowledge of protection systems, SCADA, substations, power system studies, and plant control systems Experience coordinating with TSOs, DSOs, EPCs, OEMs, and technical consultants Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess technical risks and opportunities Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects in a fast-paced environment Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex technical topics clearly Fluent in English Based in Sweden, Denmark or Finland What's in it for you You will be part of an entrepreneurial scale-up in a flat, coaching, and knowledge-driven culture with a high degree of autonomy and accountability. Ever since we started, we've defined ourselves as a diverse company with global reach, which means that remote and flexible work is how we operate and our people are at the center of everything. OTHER THINGS WE WANT YOU TO KNOW At Alight, we know the benefits that follow a diverse team, hence we’re looking broadly for talent! Our largest hubs are in Stockholm and Madrid, but our staff is spread across Europe, and our hybrid ways of working provide everyone with a fully flexible work setup We have a fun office vibe with regular team dinners, breakfasts and AWs, and sports activities. For example, we have a session with a running coach every Tuesday, and other ad hoc sports activities organized by employees, always paid for by the company Quarterly company events where we gather our remote team for a few days. This always includes some fun activities such as sailing, skiing etc. Flexible working hours and full flexibility to decide when to work remotely/at the office Sounds like a fit? Apply today! Department Engineering Locations Sweden, Finland, Denmark Remote status Hybrid What's in it for you? Find your passion and purpose At Alight, you’ll make a real, tangible impact on a global scale by accelerating the transition to a fossil fuel-free world. Your work will be more than a job; it will be a meaningful contribution to ensuring the sustainability of our planet. Work from anywhere in Europe We’re proud to have a flat and autonomous organizational culture where everyone takes accountability for their own work. You'll have the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in Europe, or you can decide to work hybrid/fully onsite at one of our offices in Stockholm, Madrid, Gothenburg, Paris or Malmö. We’ll support your home office setup, including subsidies for equipment like adjustable desks and office chairs. Collaborate with a talented, diverse team To ensure we attract the best talent out there, we don't limit ourselves to a specific location. Alighters are based across Europe and our diverse backgrounds and skills complement each other well. We know that having a diverse team drives better collective decisions and superior business performance. Today our gender split is 44/56, with 15 nationalities and employees in 6 countries. Be part of Alight's success At Alight, you’ll be a part of an entrepreneurial culture in which you’re encouraged to “think like an owner,” which means that we trust you to call the shots and excel in your role. Many Alighters are also shareholders, and we believe in giving our employees incentives to create the best possible impact. Historically we’ve regularly had warrant/option programs that give our employees the option to own a part of Alight. We also give our employees the option to buy shares when the opportunity arises (e.g. when any of our owners sells shares, we're not a listed company). Recharge when you need it As an Alighter, you’ll have 30 days of paid vacation and the option to exchange public holiday days for other days off. We also offer market-leading insurance programs for all our employees, together with an annual wellness allowance of €500 (5000 SEK). At our HQ in Stockholm, we also have weekly activities like lunch runs and Thursday yoga sessions. Have fun together with a fantastic team While we take our role in driving the green transition seriously, we know how to have fun. We believe that a positive team spirit enhances our collective impact. Some examples of planned activities are Friday breakfast every second week, Guest lecturers with dinner, team dinners, and sports activities. But there are also a lot of spontaneous activities driven by our employees! Each quarter we also have "Alight Next," our company-wide meetup, a two-day strategy day with workshops, lectures, and team building in which we focus on the next quarter. We also always have some fun activities planned during those meetup days, examples being ski trips, sailing, dinners, and parties Grow professionally and personally We’re committed to helping you grow and embrace new areas of responsibility, whether vertically or horizontally. It’s common for our team members to be promoted to leadership roles or transition into entirely new domains. We have structured career coaching, internal training programs, performance reviews, and goal-setting frameworks to help you develop your career. About Alight At Alight, we’re on a mission to kick carbon off the grid by helping energy-intensive businesses switch to solar. We develop, own, and operate onsite and offsite solar projects across Europe and sell clean energy to businesses at a low, fixed cost backed by a power purchase agreement (PPA), always independent of government funding or subsidies. By 2030, we aim to have an installed capacity of at least 5 GW, paving the way for a more sustainable future. Join us fully remote or from our offices! Founded in 2013 Co-workers 100