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Head of Engineering

Join Greenbuddies as Head of Engineering in Prague, Czech Republic. Lead a team of 10 engineers, oversee project documentation, and ensure technical solutions meet client needs. Enjoy a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to drive innovative energy solutions.
Greenbuddies
Greenbuddies
Prague, Czech Republic   On-site   Full Time  UTC+01:00

Greenbuddies

Company

Greenbuddies s.r.o.

Prague, Czech Republic

2017

Approximately 70 employees and over 450 subcontractors (source: greenbuddies.eu). Revenue reached 778.4 million CZK (approximately 30.7 million EUR) in 2023 (source: greenbuddies.eu).

What They Do

Greenbuddies primarily focuses on industrial photovoltaic (PV) power plants, which include rooftop and ground-mounted installations, as well as electric mobility infrastructure through its subsidiary Greenbuddies Charging s.r.o. Additionally, they have expertise in energy storage systems (BESS), solar carports, agrivoltaics, floating PV, lightweight PV systems, and the refurbishment of older power plants (source: greenbuddies.eu). Their comprehensive services include development (land assessments, economic studies, framework designs), construction (site design, project management, procurement, civil/electrical works up to 1000 V AC/1500 V DC, commissioning, monitoring, maintenance), and operation, including high-voltage work through partners and certifications such as Czech Electrician for Photovoltaic Systems (26-014-H) (source: greenbuddies.eu). Target markets include industrial clients in 17-18 EU countries, including key markets such as Germany, the Netherlands, and the Czech Republic, as well as Belgium, Croatia, Italy, France, Slovakia, Malta, Austria, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Luxembourg, Estonia, Poland, Hungary, Ireland, and expansion into Scandinavia and Ireland (source: greenbuddies.eu). Client segments include investors/developers, energy companies, and corporations for electric vehicle fleet charging (source: greenbuddies.eu). The company distinguishes itself with comprehensive EPC delivery teams with over 10 years of experience in international PV projects worldwide and certifications ISO 9001/14001/45001 (source: greenbuddies.eu).

Projects and History

Notable completed projects include Rottenbach II in Germany (EPC delivery, December of the founding year) (source: greenbuddies.eu); 1 MWp installation on the roof of the Congress Center in Prague (construction started in December of the second year) (source: greenbuddies.eu); 300 MWp built in total in 2022 across Europe (source: greenbuddies.eu); Copal Belle Boutique in Luxembourg (0.8 MWp lightweight PV) and Fashion Arena Prague-Štěrboholy in the Czech Republic (0.5 MWp lightweight PV) (source: greenbuddies.eu); 30 MWp solar park in Ireland (source: youtube.com); agrivoltaic power plant in Hova, Sweden (5.6 MWp, supporting wheat/rapeseed with a harvest in 2025) (source: solarquarter.com); and over 750-1000 MWp delivered in total by 2023 in 17 countries (source: afi.cz). Ongoing significant projects include the agrivoltaic power plant Triticum in Oberdorf am Lech, Germany for MaxSolar (under 17 MWp on 28 hectares with trackers, expected completion by the end of 2025, annual output of 22 GWh for 6,000 households) (source: solarquarter.com); Želkovice near Libomyšl, Czech Republic (25 MWp pre-construction, including studies for MANGHI Czech Republic) (source: greenbuddies.eu); an agreement with Langa International for up to 10 MWp ground-mounted power plants in the Czech Republic towards a 400 MWp pipeline by 2028 (investment of 100 million EUR/CZK 2.4 billion) (source: greenbuddies.eu); and the first floating PV in Germany (source: greenbuddies.eu). Key clients and partners include Langa International, MaxSolar, PVI, IONITY/Tritium, Engie DE, Formtec, Cleen Energy, CPG, Tricera, Verbund, Sunman, and European carport suppliers (source: greenbuddies.eu). Geographical presence covers 17 EU countries with Czech leadership in industrial PV, expansion into Ireland/Scandinavia, and refurbishment services across the EU since 2017 (source: greenbuddies.eu).

Current News

In 2023, Greenbuddies achieved a total installed capacity of 1 GWp with 2.5 million modules, increased profit by 126% to 100 million CZK, and revenue by 94% to 778.4 million CZK, signed an agreement with Langa for Czech ground-mounted PV (pipeline 400 MWp), expanded into 17 countries focusing on Scandinavia, delivered the first floating PV in Germany, advanced Czech ground projects, and strengthened ties with PVI/IONITY/Tricera/Verbund (source: greenbuddies.eu). As of November 2023, they surpassed 1 GWp in 17 countries (source: greenbuddies.eu). In 2024, they planned Czech expansions into solar carports/agrivoltaics/water PV/refurbishment according to founder Aleš Spáčil, with a project on land in Ireland secured (source: greenbuddies.eu). In 2025, Greenbuddies initiated the Triticum agrivoltaics project of 17 MWp in Germany (announcement in December, full operation by the end of 2025) (source: solarquarter.com); completed more PV/BESS projects in the areas, installed a 30 MWp solar park in Ireland, and participated in events such as Copenhagen (September 16, 2025) (source: greenbuddies.eu). Greenbuddies Charging secured 20 million CZK from Venture Club in June 2022, supporting EV projects such as the largest PV system in Austrian spa (30% of needs) and the electrification of a Czech bank's fleet (24 stations) (source: ventureclub.cz); no significant acquisitions/mergers were reported, but partnerships expanded with IONITY service and carport testing (source: greenbuddies.eu). ISO 9001/14001/45001 certifications remain active (source: greenbuddies.eu).

Work Here

Greenbuddies employs workers in development (consulting, land assessments/economic/technical), construction (builders, project managers, procurement/logistics specialists, electricians up to 1000 V AC/1500 V DC, assembly/electrical team, BESS technicians) and operations (monitoring/maintenance, service for chargers/PV), as well as in support roles such as sales, with core staff having over 10 years of experience in EU/global PV multinationals (source: greenbuddies.eu). Departments include PV installations (rooftop/ground/FreeFields/carports/lightweight/floating/agrivoltaics/refurbishment), charging infrastructure, battery systems, and project/procurement management (source: greenbuddies.eu). Recruitment focuses on the headquarters in Prague for key roles (70 employees), while field positions utilize 400-450 exclusive subcontractors across the EU in 17-18 countries, including the Czech Republic, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, Ireland, and Sweden (source: greenbuddies.eu). The corporate culture emphasizes fairness as "Buddies" towards customers/suppliers, commitment as "Unstoppables", enthusiastic/highly organized teams, strict adherence to safety/quality through ISO certifications, international experience, and internal life shared through newsletters/blogs (e.g., Christmas Q&A with management about holidays/annual review/forecasts) (source: greenbuddies.eu). Documented benefits are not explicitly stated in the sources, but growth (e.g., profit increase in 2023), international projects (e.g., fairs in the Netherlands), and ownership opportunities (founder partnerships, external financing) suggest a competitive position for renewable energy professionals (source: greenbuddies.eu).

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Popis pracovní pozice

Do našeho týmu Engineeringu hledáme zkušeného odborníka, který má technické myšlení, umí vést tým a posouvat projekty i kolegy kolem sebe. Pokud máš zkušenosti s řízením technických týmů, rozumíš energetice a rád hledáš chytrá řešení, budeme rádi, když nám pošleš své CV.

Náplň práce

  • Vedení týmu 10 projektantů a commisioning inženýrů.
  • Zadávání zpracování dokumentací zejména DSP, DPS, DSPS jednotlivým projektantům a kontrola jejich výstupů.
  • Komunikace s obchodním oddělením a poskytování podpory při jednání s klienty co se týče technického řešení.
  • Operativní podpora projektům ve výstavbě.
  • Občasné výjezdy s obchodním oddělením ke klientům a na probíhající stavby.
  • Definování technického řešení, které bude použito na konkrétních projektech (předvýběr technologie spolu s kolegy z nákupu a asistence projektantům s návrhem technického řešení).
  • Zajištění komunikace napříč odděleními firmy - propoj mezi obchodním a projekčním oddělením.
  • Zodpovědnost za správnost výstupů oddělení
  • Zajištění certifikace výstupů inženýringu

Požadujeme

  • Technické vzdělání
  • Zkušenost v oboru alespoň 5 let z toho alespoň 2 roky na manažerské pozici
  • Znalost energetických předpisů, norem a standardů.
  • Znalost AJ nutná na komunikativní úrovni (včetně hovorů po telefonu)
  • Znalost IT a NJ výhodou
  • ŘP B výhodou.

Hlavní odpovědnosti

  • Řízení: Řízení a koordinace týmů projektantů, kontrola jejich práce, správa harmonogramů a zdrojů projektů za účelem splnění cílů.
  • Projektování: Dohled nad návrhem energetických zařízení, nových produktů a procesů. To zahrnuje kontrolu návrhů, zajištění technické přesnosti a přizpůsobení se potřebám klientů. Částečně projektuje i sám
  • Návratnost a úspory zákazníků: Analýza údajů o stávající spotřebě energie zákazníků. Návrh energetického řešení pro zlepšení účinnosti a snížení spotřeby.
  • Řízení rozpočtu a zdrojů: Navrhování ročních rozpočtů a spolupráce na vstupech do rozpočtu pro projekty, stanovení potřeb personálu a vybavení a správa smluv a odhadů nákladů.
  • Dodržování předpisů a zajištění kvality: Zajištění souladu návrhu projektů s příslušnými normami kvality, bezpečnosti a ochrany životního prostředí, jakož i s energetickými předpisy a normami.
  • Spolupráce: Spolupráce s vedením, klienty, dodavateli a dalšími odděleními za účelem sladění specifikací, cílů a výsledků projektů. Zodpovědnost za posilování znalostí v rámci společnosti
  • Výzkum a inovace: Hodnotit nové a vznikající energetické technologie a poskytovat doporučení pro jejich zavedení.

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November 17, 2025

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December 26, 2025

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Greenbuddies

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At least 5 years in the field, with at least 2 years in a managerial position.

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