Renewable energy jobs at Smart Energies Group

Smart Energies Group has commissioned over 750 solar sites with a total capacity exceeding 200 MWp and maintains a portfolio of more than 1,000 projects mainly across France, Italy, and Greece, with recent expansion into battery storage. Notable achievements include over 900 power plants under construction and operation with a cumulative capacity of 250 MWp. The company completed the first rooftop solar power plant in France in 2013 and expanded into Italy in 2018 and Greece in 2022. They have successfully implemented four operational LDS projects for clients such as shopping centres, aligning with ESG goals. A key project includes preparing the largest Tesla charging hub in the Czech Republic at Čestlice Shopping Centre, demonstrating their capability to deliver technically challenging local distribution systems without operational interruptions (source: smart-energies.eu; smartenergies.cz).

In 2024, Swen Capital and Plenium Capital acquired stakes in Smart Energies Group, while RGreen Invest renewed its support, building on its initial investment in 2022 which coincided with the launch of the storage business and the first Greek solar plant. The company continues to expand its presence in Central Europe, particularly in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, with ongoing preparations for 10 LDS and 12 PBS projects and over 150 MW in upcoming BESS projects. These developments underscore the company’s commitment to growth in energy storage and local distribution systems, supported by strong partnerships and a multidisciplinary expert team (source: smart-energies.eu).

Smart Energies Group recruits across a broad range of roles including regional developers who prospect solar rooftops, park shelters, and battery storage opportunities with farmers, local authorities, and commercial real estate clients. Project managers oversee diagnostics, solar potential analysis, design, administrative procedures, permits, grid connections, equipment selection, and subcontractor coordination. Construction managers and technical supervisors ensure compliance and standards adherence for BESS, LDS, and power facilities. Site and asset managers focus on technical and administrative supervision and operational performance optimization. Corporate functions include legal, HR, communications, accounting, controlling, and finance, with a particular need for experienced accountants in reporting and financial management. The company operates primarily from its Prague headquarters, fostering a culture of partnership through employee share ownership programs and a growing team of professionals (source: smartenergies.cz; smart-energies.eu).