Technical Director - Energy

Pinnacle Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Manchester is seeking a highly experienced Technical Director to spearhead technical strategy and assurance for Extra High Voltage (EHV) infrastructure projects. The role demands a Chartered Engineer with significant expertise in transmission and distribution, ensuring engineering excellence and safety. This position offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for hybrid work. Join us to shape the future of the UK's energy networks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible career development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is required.
• Experience in EHV / Transmission & Distribution sector (132kV to 400kV).
• Strong background in technical assurance and governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for EHV projects.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards.
• Drive innovative engineering initiatives to enhance sustainability.

Skills

Leadership in engineering projects

Technical governance

Stakeholder management

Design management

Risk management

Education

Relevant degree in Electrical, Power, or Civil Engineering

Job description

Pinnacle Recruitment is currently looking for a Highly experienced Technical Director to work for a major contractor’s growing its Energy business to lead the technical strategy, design assurance, and innovation across our Extra High Voltage (EHV) infrastructure portfolio.

You’ll provide leadership on a range major infrastructure projects, ensuring engineering excellence, safety, and quality while driving digital innovation and sustainability. This is a pivotal role for an experienced Chartered Engineer ready to shape the future of the UK’s energy network.

The Role

As Technical Director – Energy (EHV), you will play a pivotal leadership role within our Energy business unit. You will be responsible for the technical delivery, assurance, and development of our EHV design and engineering capabilities across transmission, distribution, and renewable connection projects.

Working closely with our operations, design, and commercial teams, you will ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and technical integrity are achieved on every project.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic technical leadership across all EHV projects (typically 132kV and above).
• Oversee design governance, engineering assurance, and compliance with client and industry standards.
• Drive innovation and digital engineering initiatives to improve efficiency and sustainability.
• Support project teams with complex engineering challenges and risk management.
• Lead the technical development of our in-house design and engineering functions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulators, and supply chain partners.
• Represent VolkerStevin at industry forums, working groups, and technical steering committees.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

About You

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant degree in Electrical, Power, or Civil Engineering.
• Significant experience in the EHV / Transmission & Distribution sector (132kV to 400kV).
• Strong background in design management, technical governance, and engineering assurance.
• Proven leadership experience in multi-disciplinary project environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness with an understanding of project delivery frameworks (e.g. NEC).
• Commitment to safety, sustainability, and quality in engineering delivery.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to shape the technical direction of a growing Energy business.
• Work on industry-leading EHV and renewable infrastructure projects.
• Competitive salary, car allowance, and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid working and flexible career development opportunities.
• Supportive, inclusive culture built on our core values of collaboration, integrity, and innovation