At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a multidisciplinary team to design and deliver solar PV and battery storage projects.
- Company: A leading IPP driving the energy transition with renewable assets across Europe.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, opportunity to shape engineering vision, and work on impactful projects.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for growth in a rapidly evolving industry.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of renewable energy and make a significant impact on sustainability.
- Qualifications: Experience in grid-scale solar PV and BESS design, with strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
A leading IPP is accelerating the energy transition, designing, building, and operating utility-scale solar farms and battery storage across the UK and Northern Europe. Having 1.1GW of renewable assets, they are targeting a further 1.3GW by 2031. They are now looking for a Head of Engineering to lead a multidisciplinary engineering team and oversee the design and delivery of a grid-scale solar PV and BESS project pipeline. You'll be our key technical authority, overseeing £100–150m of construction annually across the UK, Ireland, Netherlands and Belgium. Leading teams across Mechanical, Electrical, C&I, CAD, Grid Connection and Civil Engineering, you'll shape our engineering vision and drive delivery from feasibility through to commissioning.
The role:
- Lead design of grid-scale solar PV and BESS systems
- Oversee feasibility, site assessments and grid evaluations
- Manage budgets, contracts and capital project delivery
- Drive technology selection and engineering standards
- Ensure HSEQ compliance across the project lifecycle
- Interface with regulators, utilities, investors and partners
- Grow and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team
What they’re looking for:
- Grid-scale solar PV and BESS design experience
- Battery expertise BMS, cell chemistry, degradation
- UK DNO/TSO connection and testing experience
- HAZOP/HAZID and HSE risk management
- Full turnkey construction experience (civils to commissioning)
- Proven multidisciplinary team leadership
- Netherlands/Belgian BESS market knowledge
- CDM 2015 / Principal Designer experience
- Dutch or Flemish language skills
Qualifications:
- Degree in an engineering discipline
- Chartered Engineer preferred
- Proven UK grid-scale BESS/solar PV track record required
- Experience in the Netherlands and/or Belgian markets (desirable)
Head of Engineering in Reading employer: Enemix
As a leading Independent Power Producer, this company is at the forefront of the energy transition, offering an inspiring work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to extensive growth opportunities while working on impactful projects in a dynamic and supportive culture. Located in Reading or Amsterdam, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering cutting-edge renewable energy solutions, making a meaningful contribution to a sustainable future.
