Senior / Lead Environmental Engineer

KinTec Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the energy sector is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer to lead initiatives in energy management and emissions reduction. This exciting role offers the chance to work on impactful projects that contribute to a sustainable future, focusing on renewable energy and carbon management. The successful candidate will manage a diverse portfolio, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to ensure project success. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to driving decarbonisation strategies and making a real difference in the energy landscape. If you are passionate about sustainability and eager to influence environmental performance, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in environmental, engineering, or relevant scientific discipline.
• Experience in a similar role, ideally with a background in consulting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Energy Management portfolio, including ISO 50001 and ESOS compliance.
• Provide technical input and mentor junior engineers across energy scopes.

Skills

Energy Management

Emissions Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Science

Degree in Engineering

Relevant Scientific Discipline

Tools

ISO 50001

ESOS Compliance

UK Emissions Trading Scheme

Job description

Senior / Lead Environmental Engineer – Energy Transition & Decarbonisation
Location: London or Aberdeen
Employment Type: Permanent

Overview
As the global energy sector accelerates toward a lower-carbon future, our client—a leading energy consultancy—is expanding its environmental and engineering teams to meet the demands of energy transition and decarbonisation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business working across the UK and international markets, with a strong focus on renewable energies, energy efficiency, and carbon management.

This role would suit an experienced environmental or energy engineer seeking to make a tangible impact on decarbonisation strategy and emissions management, while contributing to technically complex and meaningful projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Take the lead in managing the Energy Management portfolio, including ISO 50001, ESOS compliance, and related energy reduction initiatives

• Provide technical input and mentor junior engineers across energy and emissions scopes

• Contribute to the identification and assessment of decarbonisation opportunities such as methane reduction, flare management, and integration of renewable energy solutions

• Support delivery of UK Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) compliance activities

• Liaise with clients to ensure delivery aligns with scope, timeline, and budget expectations

• Review engineering design documents in the context of environmental impacts and emissions management

• Plan and facilitate energy and emissions workshops with internal and external stakeholders

About You

• Degree qualified in an environmental, engineering, or relevant scientific discipline

• Experience in a similar role, ideally with a background in consulting or project delivery

• Working knowledge of ESOS; Lead Assessor accreditation is advantageous

• Familiarity with international best practices in emissions reduction and reporting (e.g., OGMP 2.0, ERAPs)

• Knowledge of UK/EU Emissions Trading Scheme and associated compliance activities

• Understanding of pollution control and mitigation techniques is preferred

• Experience in energy, renewables, or oil and gas sectors is beneficial, but not essential

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

This is a unique opportunity to shape and influence environmental performance within a supportive and innovative organisation. If you’re passionate about emissions reduction and sustainability within the energy sector, we’d love to hear from you.