Managing Consultant - Energy Transition in Design Engineering and Science

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Managing Consultant to lead innovative projects in Energy Transition. This role focuses on delivering high-quality technology development and advisory services, working with a team of experts to accelerate sustainable energy solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in consulting and a network of industry contacts, enabling them to drive business growth and client engagement. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a significant impact on the energy sector and contribute to the advancement of clean energy technologies.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Annual performance bonus

Life and Income protection insurance

Tax-efficient benefits

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in leading complex science and engineering development.
• Strong network in the energy transition sector.
• Expertise in technology consulting sales.

Responsibilities

• Lead medium to large-scale multidisciplinary assignments.
• Grow and develop a high-performing team.
• Manage client relationships and sales processes.

Skills

Leadership in multidisciplinary teams

Consulting experience

Energy transition technology

Client relationship management

Sales processes

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

Technology development tools

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Managing Consultant - Energy Transition in Design Engineering and Science, Melbourn

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Client:

PA Consulting

Location:

Melbourn, United Kingdom

Job Category:

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Company Description

Become part of the team. In this role, you will focus on helping our clients in the Energy Transition sector accelerate scientific and engineering solutions to market. Our science and design engineering team work with some of the most pioneering companies globally developing sustainable energy and negative emissions technology. Our focus is on four enabling technology value chains: Carbon Capture, Sustainable Fuels, Electrification, and Water. Our work includes physical scientific and technology development, helping clients develop and test technology, and providing scientific, technology, and innovation advisory services to investors, developers, industrial, and energy clients.

PA employs over 4,000 experts, including 550 in our Design, Engineering, and Science capabilities. Our Global Innovation Technology Centre near Cambridge features over 300 applied scientists and design engineers, with extensive laboratories and workshops. Our capabilities include Chemists, Chemical Engineers, Electrochemists, Physicists, Biologists, Mechanical and Electronics Engineers, Software and Control Systems, Industrial and Product Design, Human Insights, and more, integrated into broader networks including cyber and digital capabilities.

Joining this team means being part of our broader Energy and Utilities practice with 330 sector experts working across Water, Energy, and Nuclear sectors globally. This combination of scientific, engineering, and sector expertise positions us to help clients accelerate technology to market.

The candidate should have experience leading complex science and/or engineering development and advisory services related to energy transition technology. Consulting experience is preferred, and candidates with a focus on technology consulting sales and business development in the Energy Transition sector are encouraged to apply. Experience in one or more of the Carbon Capture, Sustainable Fuels, Electrification, and Water value chains is desirable.

Why PA:

PA’s Energy & Utilities team operates mainly in the UK, Nordics, and US, working across multiple clients in Energy Transition, Water, and convergent areas like transport electrification. The team is focused on accelerating Clean Energy technologies and solutions.

Our team includes over 250 experts from industry backgrounds, offering capabilities in digital transformation, operational improvement, business and organization design, and technology innovation. Our work involves advising government policymakers, working with investors and developers, developing physical, digital, and analytics solutions, and providing strategic advice on emerging technologies, IP, and market strategies. We also assist with business and organizational transformation to meet regulatory goals.

We are active in Sustainability and the Circular Economy, addressing multiple sectors.

Job Description

What we’re looking for:

We seek an experienced Principal Scientist or Engineer with leadership experience in multidisciplinary teams delivering high-quality technology development and advisory services in the Energy Transition sector. The candidate should have consulting and commercial experience, either within a consultancy or a large organization providing equivalent services.

The role includes:

• Leading medium to large-scale complex multidisciplinary assignments
• Growing, managing, and developing a high-performing team of energy transition scientists and engineers at our Global Innovation and Technology Centre
• Managing client relationships, sales processes, and client engagement
• Producing thought leadership to enhance PA’s profile in technology innovation
• Initiating, leading, and winning sales opportunities

Qualifications

The candidate should have a network of senior industry contacts and potential buyers in the sector, ideally in areas complementary to our current clients. Expertise as a multidisciplinary technologist focused on energy transition is essential.

If you believe you can help grow our EAU business, we encourage you to get in touch. You will join our UK-based sector team.

Additional Information

Benefits package at PA:

• Private medical insurance
• 25 days annual leave, with options to buy 5 additional days
• Company pension scheme
• Annual performance bonus
• Life and Income protection insurance
• Tax-efficient benefits (cycle to work, giving as you earn, childcare benefits)
• Voluntary benefits (dental, critical illness, spouse/partner life assurance)

We value diversity and aim to employ individuals with varied ideas, styles, and skills. We are committed to fair recruitment, promotion, and reward based on ability, regardless of sex, race, disability, religion, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, or marital status.

International applications are welcome, but sponsorship for work permits is not provided. Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK; applications without this will be rejected.