Graduate Renewable Energy Engineer

Renewable Careers; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work from London office

Structured development plan

Mentoring from senior engineers

Exposure to full project lifecycle

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Support for chartership

Job summary

Renewable Careers Limited in London is seeking a graduate engineer to join our expanding engineering team. You will work across wind, solar and battery projects, gaining exposure to the full project lifecycle and taking on responsibilities early in your career.

You will benefit from a structured development plan, mentoring from senior engineers, and exposure to three technologies as our portfolio grows. Hybrid working from our London office is offered, with a focus on growth and learning.

Qualifications

• A degree (2:1 or above) in engineering: electrical, mechanical, renewable energy, civil or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in renewable energy and the UK's energy transition.
• Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data.
• Clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to explain technical topics simply.
• A proactive, curious approach: you ask questions, take ownership and want to learn.
• The right to work in the UK.
• Experience through internships, placements or university projects in energy is welcome but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and technical review of wind, solar and BESS projects from feasibility through to construction.
• Carry out energy yield assessments, site analyses and technical due diligence.
• Work with grid connection applications and liaise with network operators.
• Review technical documentation from contractors, consultants and equipment suppliers.
• Support construction and commissioning activities, with site visits across the UK.
• Monitor and analyse the performance of our operational assets, identifying improvements.
• Contribute to internal tools, processes and standards as our portfolio grows.

Skills

Analytical skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Proactive learner

Interest in energy transition

Education

Engineering degree (2:1 or above)

Job description

Type: Full-time, permanent

About us

We develop, build and own renewable energy assets across the UK, with a growing portfolio spanning onshore wind, solar and battery energy storage (BESS). As an owner-operator, we manage projects through their entire lifecycle: from early-stage development and consenting through construction and into long-term operation. Our London team is expanding, and we are looking for a graduate engineer to grow with us.

The role

You will join our engineering team supporting projects at every stage of the pipeline. This is a genuine development role: you will work across technologies, learn from experienced engineers, and take on real responsibility early. Day to day, you will:

• Support the design and technical review of wind, solar and BESS projects, from feasibility through to construction
• Carry out energy yield assessments, site analyses and technical due diligence
• Work with grid connection applications and liaise with network operators
• Review technical documentation from contractors, consultants and equipment suppliers
• Support construction and commissioning activities, with site visits across the UK
• Monitor and analyse the performance of our operational assets, identifying improvements
• Contribute to internal tools, processes and standards as our portfolio grows

What we are looking for

• A degree (2:1 or above) in engineering: electrical, mechanical, renewable energy, civil or a related discipline
• A genuine interest in renewable energy and the UK's energy transition
• Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data
• Clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to explain technical topics simply
• A proactive, curious approach: you ask questions, take ownership and want to learn
• The right to work in the UK
• Experience through internships, placements or university projects in energy is welcome but not essential. We hire for aptitude and attitude, and we will invest in your development.

What you will get

• Hybrid working from our London office
• A structured development plan with mentoring from senior engineers
• Exposure to the full project lifecycle across three technologies, rare at graduate level
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, pension, and support for chartership
• The chance to grow with a company building and operating real assets in the energy transition

• We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.