Why with us?

When choosing what and where to study, Monika – Environmental and Permitting Project Manager at Ignitis Renewables – already knew that she wanted a career in a field related to building a greener future. After getting a degree in biology – and learning a lot about the environment, as well as herself in the process – she took a job in the Ministry of the Environment. While there, she became increasingly fascinated by renewable energy.

Currently, Monika is working on solar and wind parks, where there’s never a shortage of interesting tasks, challenges, research projects, public relations events, and opportunities to grow, and to work on eco-friendly technologies. Her responsibilities include the implementation of new, and the monitoring of completed projects, as well as a plethora of things related to the environment and biodiversity. One day she’s thinking of ways to reduce a solar park’s environmental impact, and the next day – dealing with invasive plant species. 

“What I appreciate the most is all the support we get from management, always willing to green-light whatever efforts may be necessary to ensure the sustainability of our projects. We never go through with a project that could potentially have a seriously detrimental effect on the environment. It would just be greenwashing and would, therefore, contradict our key values.” 

The litigation lawyer Lukas got a job at Ignitis Group in 2021, right after finishing his legal studies. Even though, at first, he was somewhat worried about possibly joining a massive bureaucratic machine, to his pleasure he quickly realised that both his closest colleagues and the company’s management are firmly committed to the best Western-style practices. Early on, Lukas received lots of assistance from his friendly and supportive team, and found his groove after the first time he started to look over legal processes and other litigation questions.

Variety and Collaboration in Legal Work

What he likes about his job is the variety of tasks and the opportunity to work in different legal areas. His responsibilities include everything from replying to citizen inquiries and providing legal recommendations to representing the Group and resolving disputes. The Group’s large legal team allows for the exchange of not only professional experience and knowledge, but also warm mutual relations.

Finding Purpose in Daily Tasks

According to him, even those who see their jobs as meaningful don’t always feel the tangible results they’re generating out there in the world. “Meanwhile, since work in our Group is closely related with practical activity, it’s easy to not only perceive its meaning, but to also see it directly. Although this is slightly less the case for someone like me, as I don’t really engage with practical engineering, I learn from my colleagues and public Comms about the projects that my daily tasks contribute to. So it’s definitely possible to feel a real sense of purpose every day.” 

Žilvinas has been fascinated by technology since childhood – ever since the moment he got a hold of a soldering iron. His teachers later encouraged him to study electrical engineering. Having started his career in the Group as a technician, Žilvinas soon became Head Engineer, and now leads our Diagnostics Team at the Network Quality Assessment Department. Hailing from Panevėžys, Žilvinas is happy to have a meaningful job at a large organisation from his hometown.

Embracing Advanced Technologies

Today, he’s using not only digitisation, Lidar data, 3D models, and drones, but also artificial intelligence to better detect malfunctions of the electric grid. And this is only the beginning, as these technologies are incredibly flexible and developing at great speed. As part of its daily tasks, his team collects massive amounts of data that could have numerous uses in the future, especially when it comes to developing innovative solutions.

Educating and Inspiring New Talent

In addition to being responsible for the smooth functioning of our electric and gas networks, Žilvinas also teaches energy basics to both current and new employees, and provides students with the occasional introduction to Ignitis Group, the energy grid and its operating principles, as well as the nature and benefits of working in the energy sector.

Overcoming Public Speaking Fears and Learning Through Teaching

“I used to be wary of public speaking, but thanks to the inspiration given me by my former teachers, and feeling the support of my colleagues, I found myself in this area, too. Besides, teaching affords many opportunities to learn something new yourself. For instance, you may be lecturing on the latest technological developments, while some colleagues from legal tell you about the processes that lead to changes in law. This way, I leave the auditorium having not only transferred my own knowledge, but also gotten some of that back from my co-workers.” 

Having relocated from Latvia to Lithuania 10 years ago, the HR specialist Liene never thought that one of her tasks would be... to become the face of Ignitis Group. And yet, that’s precisely the role she signed up to. And that’s far from the only bold move she’s made throughout her career!

Transitioning to Green Energy 
After gaining some professional experience by working for international companies, Liene took an interest in green energy and joined the then-relatively-small team of Ignitis Renewables. “I got into ESG and soon began looking for work in this field. I learned about the job vacancy from a good friend who’d been working in the Group for years at that point. I knew nothing about the energy sector and had never worked at a Lithuanian company, so I had no idea what to expect. But today I’m totally convinced that it was the right decision”.

Championing Sustainability Initiatives 
Liene is promoting the company’s sustainability culture through numerous initiatives, such as reducing car travel to reduce its carbon footprint. When working on this, as well as on many other projects and events, she often invites her colleagues to join in, thereby speeding up the achievement of the Group’s sustainability goals. What inspires Liene the most is the opportunity she has to enhance the organisation’s international character. As an HR expert, she’s responsible for onboarding new colleagues and introducing them to all available benefits and initiatives. In her view, it shouldn’t matter what country an Ignitis Renewable employee lives in, he or she should be able to enjoy the same positive experience.  

Dovilė began her journey in the energy sector by studying engineering, earning both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree. Joining “Ignitis Group”, she immediately knew she found a place where she could fulfill her ambitions. "Ignitis Group" was the right place for me because it is an important and integral part of the energy sector in the Baltic region," she says.

Dovilė leads a team responsible for physical and financial electricity trading, electricity demand and production forecasting, and trading green certificates and biomethane. Over the years, her department has expanded from basic physical and financial electricity supply activities to include sustainability solutions and PPA activities. "The energy sector is constantly changing, so every day brings new challenges and opportunities," she says. The dynamic nature of the work and the ability to constantly learn and adapt to changes are particularly interesting to Dovilė.

Every day, Dovilė works on creating and implementing sustainable energy solutions. She emphasizes that her team's activities not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions but also actively promote the use of renewable energy, thus contributing to strengthening Lithuania's energy independence. 

Joining Ignitis Group a few years ago, Margarita quickly found herself making a significant impact. She joined the team at Vilniaus kogeneracinė jėgainė seeking a stable environment to make a positive impact. “Ignitis Group was the right place for me,” she says. Her role focuses on ensuring the quality of fuel and ash, essential for the power plant’s performance and the company’s sustainability goals.

Currently, Margarita is leading her team in obtaining laboratory accreditation. “It’s our biggest project, and we aim to complete it next year,” she shares. She loves improving processes and making them more efficient. “Building good relationships is key. If you need a favor, bringing cake always helps,” she adds with a smile.

At the waste and biofuel cogeneration plant, Margarita contributes to Lithuania’s energy independence and landfill waste reduction. “Our work greatly impacts the community and the environment,” she emphasizes. Her dedication and drive for improvement are propelling both her team and “Ignitis Group” toward a more sustainable future.