Full-Time · Research Engineer

Research Engineer in London

EDF UK EDF UK London
Full-Time Home office (partial) Research and DevelopmentOffshore Wind ExpertiseMetocean Modelling
Employment
Full-Time
Remote
Home office (partial)
Salary
45000 - 55000 £ / year (est.)

About the role

Ready to shape the future of offshore wind through cutting‑edge research and innovation? Looking for a role where your expertise can influence major renewable energy projects across the UK, France and the US? At EDF, Success is Personal – and this is your opportunity to help create solutions that make a real difference to the renewable energy sector.

As a Research Engineer, you'll help shape the future of offshore wind by leading research that supports major renewable energy projects across the world. You'll work on innovative solutions that improve performance, reduce risk and support EDF's journey towards An Electric Britain. Working from our London Nova North office, you'll collaborate with experts across EDF's international renewables network. You'll support offshore wind projects in the UK, France and the US, lead innovative research programmes, and benefit from excellent opportunities for career development and technical leadership.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Leading research and development projects focused on offshore wind and metocean uncertainties, wake modelling, extreme event modelling and wake control optimisation
  • Developing innovative engineering solutions that help reduce the costs and risks of offshore wind projects
  • Creating hybrid modelling approaches that bridge engineering models and high‑fidelity simulations, including Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) methods
  • Using satellite earth observation data to improve wind resource assessment, asset performance analysis and environmental monitoring
  • Working with EDF business units, academic partners and industry stakeholders to deliver high‑value research outcomes and offshore wind site trials

Who You Are

  • Holding an MSc in a scientific or engineering discipline, or equivalent experience
  • Demonstrating a scientific or engineering background within a research or industrial environment
  • Working within the offshore wind sector with expertise in wind and metocean modelling
  • Delivering work related to wake effects, distant wake modelling and wake control optimisation
  • Applying engineering modelling techniques within renewable energy projects
  • Using and interpreting satellite earth observation data, including SAR datasets, within offshore wind applications

Pay, Benefits And Culture

Alongside a competitive starting salary, potential for an annual bonus, and a market‑leading pension scheme, your package will include customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days, and more. Everyone is welcome at EDF; we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.

Closing date for applications is 20th July, interviews will follow shortly after.

Your tasks

Lead innovative research on offshore wind and develop cutting-edge engineering solutions.

Your profile

MSc in a scientific or engineering discipline and experience in offshore wind modelling.

What's also included

Competitive salary, annual bonus, customisable benefits, and a market-leading pension scheme.

Tech stack & ways of working

Research and Development Offshore Wind Expertise Metocean Modelling Wake Modelling Extreme Event Modelling Wake Control Optimisation Engineering Modelling Techniques Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Satellite Earth Observation Data Analysis SAR Datasets Interpretation Collaboration with Academic Partners Stakeholder Engagement Innovative Engineering Solutions Performance Analysis

Research Engineer in London employer: EDF UK

At EDF Power Solutions, we are not just shaping the future of renewable energy; we are committed to fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that empowers our employees. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will enjoy competitive compensation, flexible working arrangements across our London, Edinburgh, or Durham offices, and the opportunity to mentor junior engineers while contributing to impactful projects that drive the UK's transition to net zero. Join us in our mission to deliver clean, green energy and be part of a diverse team dedicated to innovation and excellence.

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Contact Details:
EDF UK Recruitment Team

Your perspectives

Make a real impact on renewable energy projects across the UK, France, and the US.

Locations

  • London

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