Remote HV/OHTL Engineering Director — Lead Tech & Strategy

FINTEC recruit Ltd; Remote; GBP 106,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Engineering Director for a remote opportunity in the UK. This role encompasses leadership of HV/EHV OHTL projects, direct engagement with utilities and stakeholders, and hands-on design responsibilities. Ideal candidates should possess strong design experience, problem-solving skills, and clear communication abilities. The position offers a competitive salary up to £125k along with benefits and a bonus package.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design + analysis for OHTL projects.
• Work with utilities to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Support BD with senior‑level technical input.
• Develop concepts, feasibility studies, and proposals with global teams.
• Evaluate pilot projects (modelling, optimisation, risk).
• Review designs, reports, and specs.
• Act as regional technical owner — pathway to Regional CTO/Chief Engineer.

Skills

Strong HV/EHV OHTL design experience

Ability to define problems + deliver robust solutions

Hands‑on design mindset, not purely management

Clear communicator in senior utility meetings

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an Engineering Director for a remote opportunity in the UK. This role encompasses leadership of HV/EHV OHTL projects, direct engagement with utilities and stakeholders, and hands-on design responsibilities. Ideal candidates should possess strong design experience, problem-solving skills, and clear communication abilities. The position offers a competitive salary up to £125k along with benefits and a bonus package.