10th November, 2026
Engineering Manager - Renewable Energy
Department: Commercial Engineering
Reporting to: Head of Commercial Engineering UK/ROI
About the Company
Our client is a global leader in the development and management of onshore renewable energy projects, with a strong focus on supporting the transition to a low-carbon energy system.
The company has an entrepreneurial culture and continues to invest in large-scale renewable energy projects across international markets.
The Role
Summary
The Commercial Engineering Team provides technical support across the organisation and for renewable energy projects throughout their development and delivery lifecycle.
The Engineering Manager will contribute to and support projects across all phases, including early development, pre-construction and construction, with a particular focus on projects in the UK and Ireland.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the Project Development process, including acquisitions, across all technical aspects.
- Lead Technical Due Diligence for acquisitions and/or financing and manage internal and external technical service providers.
- Undertake Energy Yield Assessments (EYA).
- Undertake LCOE optimisation and analysis for new projects.
- Support the assessment of new technologies, including modules, inverters, structures, trackers and BESS.
- Lead the development of Basic Design, including layouts and Single Line Diagrams (SLDs).
- Lead the development of EPC Contract Technical Appendices.
- Support Project Managers across all technical aspects during construction, Works Completion, PAC and FAC.
- Coordinate and manage Technical Advisors, Owner's Engineers, Lender's Technical Advisors and other external consultants locally and internationally.
- Review EPC Contractor bids, reports, orders and other technical documentation for compliance with Owner's Requirements and EPC Contract appendices.
- Undertake site visits to greenfield development sites and projects under construction across the UK and Ireland.
- Support engineering analysis relating to curtailment, plant performance and the evaluation of new technologies.
Knowledge & Technical Experience
- Strong knowledge of Solar PV, BESS and associated components, including modules, inverters, structures, trackers and batteries.
- Strong understanding of EPC and O&M contracts, including technical appendices.
- Good understanding of PPAs, Grid Connection Agreements and technical inputs to financial models.
- Experience with simulation software such as PVsyst or similar.
- AutoCAD, ArcGIS or other solar/BESS modelling software experience would be advantageous.
- Good knowledge of the key UK and Irish industry stakeholders, including Technical Advisors, investors, EPCs, TSO/DNOs and other market participants.
- Strong experience in engineering and design associated with planning applications, including Local Authority, ACP, SID and RED III applications.
- Good knowledge of the wider renewable energy industry in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, including relevant stakeholders such as EirGrid and SONI.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- Master's degree in Renewable Energy or a related field would be preferable.
Experience
- 7+ years' experience in the renewable energy industry, with significant experience across both Solar PV and BESS.
- Experience or expertise in BESS and/or Hydrogen technologies would be advantageous.
- Experience undertaking Energy Yield Assessments and a strong understanding of factors affecting PV and BESS plant performance.
- Experience delivering large-scale Solar PV and BESS projects in the UK and/or Ireland.
- Experience working for a renewable energy developer, EPC contractor or Technical Advisor would be highly relevant.
Personal Qualities
- Fluent English, both spoken and written.
- Full driving licence.
- Proactive, autonomous, flexible and driven.
- Forward-thinking with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Able to prioritise and manage multiple workstreams.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Able to work effectively with internal teams, external consultants, EPC contractors and other project stakeholders.
- Comfortable operating in a commercially focused, technically complex environment.
Commercial Engineering Manager employer: SmartTek Global
As a leading organisation in the Irish energy sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Our team members enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, competitive benefits, and the chance to contribute to impactful offshore wind projects that are shaping the future of renewable energy in Ireland. Join us to be part of a collaborative environment where your expertise will drive meaningful change in the energy landscape.
