Assistant Technical Manager

AVA Energy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm in London is seeking an experienced Assistant Technical Manager to provide technical expertise across LNG and low-carbon projects. This permanent, full-time role requires a degree in engineering and 5 years’ experience. You will engage in engineering assessments and collaborate on concept development, contributing to multiple technical initiatives. The role provides exposure to various projects and requires a willingness to travel internationally.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in Marine, LNG, Renewables, or Oil & Gas.
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of project lifecycles.
• Willingness to travel for the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise across LNG and low-carbon projects.
• Support engineering assessments, site surveys, and commissioning activities.
• Collaborate with commercial and O&M teams on concept development.
• Contribute to tenders, technical proposals, and business development initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with EPCs, shipyards, and industry partners worldwide.

Skills

Technical expertise across LNG and low-carbon projects

Communication skills

Cultural awareness

Education

Degree in Naval, Offshore, Process, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Assistant Technical Manager - LNG - London

AVA Energy are supporting a leading global player in the energy sector to appoint an Assistant Technical Manager for their Technical Division.

This is a permanent, full-time role based in London, with occasional overseas travel. The role offers exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects across LNG, FSRU / FLNG, renewables, offshore wind, and decarbonisation, supporting technical development from feasibility to execution.

What you’ll be doing:

• Provide technical expertise across LNG and low‑carbon projects;
• Support engineering assessments, site surveys, and commissioning activities;
• Collaborate with commercial and O&M teams on concept development;
• Contribute to tenders, technical proposals, and business development initiatives;
• Build and maintain relationships with EPCs, shipyards, and industry partners worldwide.

What we’re looking for:

• Degree-qualified in Naval, Offshore, Process, or Mechanical Engineering;
• 5 years’ experience in Marine, LNG, Renewables, or Oil & Gas;
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of project lifecycles;
• Excellent communication, cultural awareness, and willingness to travel.
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