R&D Manager - Heat Pumps

octoenergy; Portadown; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Octopus Energy Group, based in Portadown, is seeking an R&D Manager to lead the team responsible for developing the next generation of heat pump technology. This senior, hands-on role owns the full development process—from initial design through testing, compliance and productionisation—and requires steering the technical direction of R&D while guiding engineers and technicians.

Close collaboration with product, commercial and manufacturing teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Senior, hands-on leadership role overseeing development teams.
• Ownership of the full development process from initial design through testing, compliance and productionisation.
• Set the technical direction for R&D and work with product, commercial and manufacturing to bring new products to market.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team developing the next generation of heat pump technology.
• Own the end-to-end development process from design to productionisation.
• Collaborate with product, commercial and manufacturing to deliver new products.

Skills

R&D leadership

Heat pump tech

Cross-functional

Product development

Team management

Job description

Octopus Centre for Heating Technology is the hardware division of the Octopus Energy Group, one of the UK's leading energy suppliers. Based in Portadown, we develop and manufacture the air source heat pumps and associated hardware that Octopus Energy installs in homes across the country.

We're changing the energy system globally, spearheading the transition to greener, cheaper energy through the installation of in-home technologies. Our team brings together deep technical expertise, commercial focus and a drive to move from idea to real-world product quickly.

R&D Manager

We're looking for an R&D Manager to lead the team responsible for developing our next generation of heat pump technology. This is a senior, hands‑on leadership role, with ownership of the full development process - from initial design through testing, compliance and productionisation. You’ll set the technical direction for R&D, manage a team of engineers and technicians, and work closely with product, commercial and manufacturing colleagues to bring new products to market.

We're very excited about this opportunity. We're looking for the passion, skills and experience to help shape and define the future of energy and business at a global scale.

Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential.

Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!

Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements.

Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic.

Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute.

Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.