Lead Engineer, Onshore Wind Farm Delivery & Mentoring

CONTRACT SCOTLAND LIMITED; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based engineering consultancy is seeking a Freelance Lead Engineer for an onshore wind farm project in Scotland. This year-long contract starting January 2026 involves leading and mentoring a team, managing engineering delivery, and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have SMSTS certification and a strong background in civil engineering or renewable energy. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. Accommodation arrangements will be discussed, with a focus on accommodating limited company arrangements.

Qualifications

• Strong background in civil engineering or renewable energy projects.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers or apprentices.
• Ability to lead by example and explain engineering processes clearly.

Responsibilities

• Leading engineering delivery across site activities.
• Mentoring apprentice engineers and junior staff.
• Managing setting out, surveying, and technical documentation.
• Coordinating with the wider project team to maintain programme certainty.
• Ensuring compliance with HSQE and RAMS requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Technical direction

Mentoring junior engineers

Civil engineering or renewable energy

Communication

Education

SMSTS certification or equivalent experience

Job description

A UK-based engineering consultancy is seeking a Freelance Lead Engineer for an onshore wind farm project in Scotland. This year-long contract starting January 2026 involves leading and mentoring a team, managing engineering delivery, and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have SMSTS certification and a strong background in civil engineering or renewable energy. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. Accommodation arrangements will be discussed, with a focus on accommodating limited company arrangements.