Head of Engineering

Executive Integrity; England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering clean-tech start-up in the UK is searching for a Head of Engineering to lead their engineering innovation. This role involves managing a multi-disciplinary team, driving the engineering lifecycle from concept to delivery, and collaborating with external stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have over 10 years of experience in engineering leadership, a degree in engineering, and a strong focus on safety and compliance. The position offers hybrid working and opportunities for long-term growth.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunity for long-term growth

Work with innovative technology

Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership experience in engineering.
• Full lifecycle product experience with a focus on safety and compliance.
• Experience in managing verification and validation processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
• Drive the full engineering lifecycle from concept to delivery.
• Own the product roadmap to align with delivery milestones.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including shipyards and manufacturers.
• Shape a delivery-focused engineering culture.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Systems Engineering

Safety Compliance

Marine Engineering

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Head of Engineering

Location: Hampshire (Hybrid)

Who are we recruiting for?
A pioneering clean-tech start-up driving the future of sustainable shipping. With revolutionary wind propulsion systems already live and more in the pipeline, they're entering an exciting scale-up phase - and are looking for a talented engineering leader to steer their innovation forward.

What will you be doing?

• Leading a strong, multi-disciplinary team to deliver class-compliant, manufacturable designs.
• Driving the full engineering lifecycle - from concept to delivery, testing, and handover.
• Owning the product roadmap and ensuring all engineering activity aligns with delivery milestones.
• Collaborating with external stakeholders including shipyards, manufacturers, and class societies.
• Shaping a vibrant, motivated, and delivery-focused engineering culture.

Are you the ideal candidate?

• 10+ years of leadership across mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering functions.
• Degree-qualified with full lifecycle product experience and a determined focus on safety and compliance.
• Experienced in managing verification, validation, and certification processes.
• Exposure to marine engineering or wind propulsion systems is a plus.
• Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent) is preferred.

What's in it for you?

• The chance to lead technical innovation in a company backed by top-tier investors.
• A key role in reshaping the maritime industry for a greener tomorrow.
• Hybrid working with flexibility and autonomy.
• Work alongside creative, focused, and ambitious people in a fast-moving environment.
• Long-term growth opportunities in a rapidly scaling business.

Who are we?
Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy for a more sustainable world with a focus on talent within the Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors. We give a proportion of all our profits to Renewable World, a charity that develops affordable and innovative renewable energy solutions to poverty-stricken communities.