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We work harmoniously with the power of nature and the communities around us to power lifetimes to come. We call our approach ‘living energy’.\nWe 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.\nDiscover more about our business here: https://nadara.com/about/\nNadara 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.\nDiscover more about our culture and approach here: https://nadara.com/living-the-company/\nJob Description Summary:\nThe 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.Job Description:\nMain Responsibilities\nGrid Connection Strategy & Stakeholder Management\nManage the full grid-connection process in Portugal, from initial assessment to final agreement, ensuring alignment with REN/TSO and DSO requirements.\nEngage proactively with key stakeholders (REN, DSOs, municipalities, regulators, consultants) to secure timely and compliant connection solutions.\nIdentify early-stage risks related to grid capacity, network reinforcements, curtailment exposure, and regulatory constraints.\nTechnical & Regulatory Analysis\nAnalyse potential connection options, associated costs, technical feasibility, and programme impacts, providing structured inputs to project risk registers.\nMonitor Portuguese transmission and distribution regulatory frameworks, including changes introduced by ERSE, DGEG, and national energy transition policies.\nParticipate in consultations, working groups, and forums with government bodies, regulators, TSOs, DSOs, and industry associations related to renewable energy development.\nProject Electrical Design\nDefine the electrical layout of projects (feasibility/basic/executive design), with focus on HV and MV systems, substations, and grid-connection infrastructure.\nSelect main electrical equipment (cables, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, substation layout) ensuring compliance with Portuguese standards and Nadara Group specifications.\nCoordinate with internal teams (project managers, engineers, business development) to ensure coherent and optimized electrical design across multiple projects.\nProcurement & Technical Governance\nProvide technical support to Procurement during RfPs for substations, transformers, switchgear, and main electrical equipment.\nPrepare and maintain Nadara technical specifications to support standardization across the portfolio.\nInterface with equipment manufacturers to verify product suitability, compliance, and compatibility with project requirements.\nRequired Skills & Experience\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.\n5-6+ years of experience in grid connection, electrical engineering, or similar roles within the Portuguese energy sector.\nStrong knowledge of the Portuguese electricity market, including REN transmission rules, DSO processes, ERSE regulation, and key industry stakeholders.\nExperience with grid-connection applications, network studies, and technical submissions to REN and DSOs.\nExcellent communication skills with internal teams, external partners, regulators, and non-technical stakeholders.\nFluent in Portuguese and English.\nProficient in MS Office and technical engineering tools.\nFull clean driving licence.\nDesirable Skills & Experience\nExperience managing consultants, EPCs, and engineering contractors.\nUnderstanding of environmental and sustainability aspects related to grid infrastructure.\nAdditional language skills (Spanish or Italian preferred).\nWhat This Role Delivers\nSecure, compliant, and cost-effective grid-connection solutions for Nadara’s Portuguese portfolio.\nEarly identification and mitigation of grid-related risks.\nStandardized and technically robust electrical designs across projects.\nStrong relationships with Portuguese regulators, TSOs, DSOs, and industry stakeholders.\nPay and benefits\nAt Nadara, we’re committed to creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow.\nOur rewards package reflects that commitment, including flexible ways of working, continuous learning and development opportunities, and initiatives focused on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.\nWe 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.\nSalary range: 60K-70K + variable bonus and benefits\nThe compensation range indicated in the job posting represents an estimated average range for the position. 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