Engineering in Scotland

Green Cat Renewables (GCR) is a dynamic, innovative company that provides the complete range of technical services required to deliver renewable energy projects. The team of over 100 Engineers and Consultants deliver projects on behalf of Clients from four offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Livingston, and Biggar. GCR sits at the centre of an international group working closely alongside our sister consultancy businesses, as well as working alongside our UK based development companies Green Cat Hydrogen, Green Cat Renewable Developments and Green Cat Contracting.

Through the Engineering Department, the company provides Engineering Consultancy and Project Management services to Clients on utility scale wind, solar, BESS, green hydrogen and hybrid projects. We are searching for a dynamic and experienced Head of Engineering to lead and scale our engineering function across renewable energy projects. This is a senior leadership role, sitting at the heart of the business, driving technical strategy, engineering excellence, and the successful delivery of complex renewable energy assets from concept through to operation.

This role is best suited to an experienced leader with a strong interest in mentoring a growing multi-disciplinary Engineering Team. The role will enable the candidate to leverage their knowledge and technical expertise through all phases of project delivery. Reporting directly to the Operations Director, this role requires a strategic and hands-on approach to ensure the successful execution of projects, while maintaining high engineering standards and fostering innovation.

As Head of Engineering you will:

• Define the technical direction of GCR’s Engineering Department across all technologies.
• Lead and empower Unit Leads across Owner’s Engineering, Project Management, Hydrogen, Design and Business Development.
• Build, scale, and inspire a multidisciplinary engineering team that others want to join.
• Act as the senior technical authority on complex, high-value renewable projects.
• Support major projects with your expertise in risk, contracts, budgeting, and delivery strategy.
• Integrate engineering with company-wide strategy — you will be a key member of the leadership team.
• Own the Engineering Department’s financial performance, order book, forecasting, and growth.
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering quality, governance, and best practice.
• Lead business development, winning flagship projects and strengthening relationships with top-tier clients and partners.
• Create and execute a forward-looking Engineering Business Plan that aligns with GCR’s long-term ambitions.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of professional experience, out of which 3+ years must be in an Engineering Management capacity.
• Renewable energy industry network including client base and relationships with main project suppliers, contractors, consultants and stakeholders.
• Proven experience delivering projects with CAPEX ≥ £100m from Pre-FEED to operation.
• The right to work in the United Kingdom, full-time, in perpetuity.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, negotiated depending on qualifications, experience, and skills.
• Private Medical Healthcare.
• Company pension scheme.
• 25 Days annual leave and 8 flexible bank holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and support.
• Professional fees paid for by the company.
• Company social events and team building days.
• On-site parking with EV charging points available to staff (Edinburgh office only).
• Flexible working opportunities.

Build a high-performing engineering department from a position of strength. Work on nationally significant renewable projects. Help create a cleaner, more sustainable energy system. The role would be a permanent and full-time position.