Project Development Engineer – Wind, BESS & PV | Italy | Remote

We’re hiring a Project Development Engineer to join a fantastic client of ours focused on the development of Wind farms and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) & PV across Italy.



Our client is a leading global renewable energy developer, specializing in the development, construction, and operation of utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects across Europe, the United States and other international markets.

Publicly listed and with a strong track record of delivering successful clean energy projects, we are committed to driving the global transition to a low-carbon economy. With a growing pipeline and a focus on innovation, we continue to lead in advancing renewable energy solutions that support sustainability, energy security, and economic growth worldwide.



You will play a key role in supporting the project development lifecycle, with a strong focus on permitting processes, technical coordination, and stakeholder management. Support Project Managers in coordinating development activities from early-stage through to RTB (Ready-to-Build)

✅ Lead and manage permitting processes for wind and BESS projects

✅ Review and coordinate technical project documentation, including designs, calculations, and reports

✅ Liaise with local engineering consultants and regulatory authorities

✅ Ensure compliance with Italian planning, environmental, and grid connection regulations

✅ Collaborate closely with Enlight’s international engineering and development teams



Engineering degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Energy Engineering preferred)

✔️ Experience in project development and permitting in Italy - essential

✔️ Wind and/or BESS sector experience - essential

✔️ Strong understanding of Italian regulatory processes for energy projects

✔️ Ability to review and coordinate technical project documentation

✔️ Fluent in Italian and professional-level English (written and spoken)

✔️ Willingness to travel within Italy.

Location: Remote (home-based) with regular travel across Italy.