Head Of Engineering

Morson Talent; Harpswell CP; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking an experienced Head of Engineering to oversee technical operations across various plants. This role offers the chance to shape engineering strategy while managing a team and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background and hands-on experience in renewable power generation, with leadership capabilities to drive projects and improve plant performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of engineering experience, including two years in renewable power generation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical investigations and implement solutions.
• Strong track record in engineering budget control.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver a long-term engineering strategy for operations.
• Provide technical direction across engineering teams.
• Oversee design, development, and commissioning of new plants.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership of multidisciplinary engineering teams

Strong communication skills

Engineering design and control systems

Commercial awareness

Root cause analysis

Flexibility to travel

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Process, Chemical or Environmental Engineering

Chartered Engineer status or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

SCADA

Job description

Role: Head of Engineering. Sector: Bioenergy - Power Generation. Location: Remote / Field-Based. Salary

Our client is a highly respected business in the renewable energy sector. They are seeking an experienced and ambitious Head of Engineering to lead all engineering and technical operations across their various plants. This role offers the opportunity to shape the engineering strategy for a growing business that is making a significant impact on sustainable energy generation. You will have full responsibility for developing engineering standards across multiple operational sites and delivering both preventative and reactive maintenance solutions. You will work closely with senior leadership and project teams to deliver large capital projects and to continually improve plant performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and deliver a long-term engineering strategy for current operations and future anaerobic digestion plant developments
• Provide technical direction and leadership across mechanical, electrical, civil and process engineering teams
• Oversee the design, development, construction and commissioning of new plants and major upgrade projects
• Manage preventative maintenance plans and ensure a fast and effective response to reactive engineering needs
• Ensure that all engineering activities comply with environmental, safety and regulatory standards, including ATEX, DSEAR and UK Environment Agency permitting
• Lead technical investigations into plant performance issues, carry out root cause analysis and implement sustainable engineering solutions
• Prepare and control engineering budgets, ensuring investment delivers strong technical and commercial results
• Build, coach and develop the engineering team

About You

• Degree in Mechanical, Process, Chemical or Environmental Engineering, with a masters degree considered an advantage
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent is highly desirable
• A minimum of five years of engineering experience, including at least two years within renewable power generation or a closely related sector
• Strong track record of leading multidisciplinary engineering teams in a complex technical environment
• Proficient with engineering design and control systems such as AutoCAD and SCADA, and able to use diagnostic tools and equipment with confidence
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to evaluate and deliver return on investment in engineering projects
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, contractors and external partners
• Flexible and willing to travel between operational sites, with a valid driving licence