CHP Engineer/ Cogeneration Engineer in Alnwick

CHP Engineer / Cogeneration Engineer

£40,000 – £50,000
Full-Time Permanent

Coverage: UK wide

Newcastle/ Seahouses/ Alnwick/ Northumberland

A Northeast based global leader in environmental and engineering solutions, are committed to delivering cutting-edge, sustainable energy technology while providing exceptional service and long-term value to their clients. Due to continued growth, they are looking for 2 more Field Service Engineers to play a key role in supporting their client base nationally

The Role of CHP Engineer

• Working on a variety of CHP systems – typically gas-powered engines – across industrial and commercial sites

• Operating and monitoring CHP systems, including engines, generators, and heat recovery equipment
• Performing routine and reactive maintenance
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs
• Logging performance data and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety and environmental standards
• Liaising with contractors, OEMs, and site management
• Supporting plant upgrades and performance reporting

The Right CHP Engineer

• Experience in CHP, power generation, and maintenance.

• Technical background in mechanical or electrical engineering (NVQ, HNC, or equivalent)
• Previous experience working with CHP units, gas engines, or similar power systems
• Understanding of engine maintenance, generators, and heat recovery systems
• Ability to read technical manuals, diagrams, and service documentation
• Strong awareness of health & safety practices
• Basic IT/data logging skills

Desirable but not essential:

• Experience with SCADA or BMS systems
• CHP manufacturer training (e.g., MAN, Jenbacher, MTU, etc.)
• 18th Edition electrical qualification or similar

Interested? To apply for the CHP Engineer Position, here are your two options:

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