Principal Interface Engineer

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly scaling climate tech company in London seeks a Principal Interface Engineer to lead projects in direct air capture technology. The role demands strong technical ownership, interdisciplinary team leadership, and extensive experience in capital project environments. With a focus on significant infrastructure projects, this position offers autonomy and the chance to contribute to sustainable engineering initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in process or chemical engineering, ideally in capital project environments.
• Experience managing full lifecycle delivery from blank sheet to FEED.
• Strong EPC exposure, either client-side or as a senior engineering lead.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex R&D into robust engineering delivery.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams across mechanical, electrical, and process engineering.
• Oversee projects valued at over $1 billion.

Skills

Process Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Project Management

Interdisciplinary Team Leadership

Technical Ownership

Job description

Job Description

Principal Interface Engineer | Capital Projects | Cleantech | London Hybrid

My client is a rapidly scaling climate tech company developing pioneering direct air capture technology. They’re hiring a Principal Interface Engineer to help bring this novel process to life at commercial scale.

This is a senior leadership role for someone who thrives in early-stage project environments. You’ll sit between internal teams and EPC partners, translating complex R&D into robust engineering delivery. The focus is on projects valued at over $1 billion, where process design, technical leadership, and clear communication are key.

What you'll need:

• 10+ years in process or chemical engineering, ideally within capital project environments
• Experience managing full lifecycle delivery from blank sheet to FEED and beyond
• Strong EPC exposure, either client-side or as a senior engineering lead
• Confidence leading interdisciplinary teams across mechanical, electrical, and process
• Knowledge of systems like gas scrubbing, absorption, or electrodialysis is a plus
• A background in cleantech, industrial decarbonisation, or chemicals is
• A track record of technical ownership across large-scale infrastructure projects

This role offers autonomy, variety, and a chance to build something meaningful from the ground up. If you’re technically sharp, commercially aware, and enjoy working at the cutting edge of sustainable engineering, let’s talk.

Message me directly or apply to register your interest.