CTO - Marine Renewable Energy Leader

Bretagne Pôle Naval; Falmouth; Hybrid; GBP 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Inyanga Maritime seeks a Chief Technical Officer to shape the technology direction for HydroWing and the Morlais project. You will lead engineering across mechanical, structural, electrical and marine disciplines, drive certification, and optimise commercialization of tidal energy systems.

You will manage budgets, set roadmaps, engage with investors and partners, and mentor senior engineers. The role spans the UK and Europe, with flexible, multi-site collaboration across Cornwall, Brittany and

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture or related engineering discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years' engineering experience.
• Significant experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Proven track record delivering complex offshore engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of offshore renewable energy technologies.
• Experience managing engineering budgets and technical programmes.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Experience within tidal energy.
• Offshore wind experience.
• Knowledge of offshore certification (DNV, Lloyd's Register, ABS).
• Experience with intellectual property development.
• Experience securing innovation funding.
• Board or executive management experience.
• International business experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Company's long-term technology strategy.
• Define future product roadmaps for HydroWing and associated marine technologies.
• Identify emerging technologies and opportunities for innovation.
• Ensure technology development aligns with commercial objectives.
• Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams across mechanical, structural, electrical and marine engineering disciplines.
• Establish engineering standards and design processes.
• Oversee technical governance throughout all projects.
• Mentor senior engineers and technical specialists.
• Direct the technical development of the HydroWing tidal energy system.
• Lead engineering activities supporting the Morlais 30 MW commercial deployment.
• Oversee design verification, testing and certification.
• Drive continuous product improvement through operational experience.
• Develop the Company's intellectual property strategy.
• Build relationships with universities and research organisations.
• Support business development and strategic partnerships.
• Present technology to customers, investors and government stakeholders.
• Represent the Company at conferences and international industry events.
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards and certification requirements.
• Manage technical risks.
• Support Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality objectives.

Skills

Chartered Engineer

Leadership

Offshore renewables

Project / program management

Engineering budgets

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Mechanical Engineering / Naval Architecture

Job description

Inyanga Maritime seeks a Chief Technical Officer to shape the technology direction for HydroWing and the Morlais project. You will lead engineering across mechanical, structural, electrical and marine disciplines, drive certification, and optimise commercialization of tidal energy systems.

You will manage budgets, set roadmaps, engage with investors and partners, and mentor senior engineers. The role spans the UK and Europe, with flexible, multi-site collaboration across Cornwall, Brittany and