Head of Engineering

nxzen Global; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 125,000 - GBP 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in the United Kingdom seeks a Head of Engineering to drive technical strategy and project execution in the power sector. This role, requiring over 20 years of experience, involves leading a team in utilities engineering services, overseeing large-scale energy initiatives, and delivering innovative solutions in compliance with UK and EU regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and technical skills, ensuring successful project delivery and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in Engineering Services for utilities.
• Strong expertise in electricity markets and grid regulations.
• Leadership capabilities in managing multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Define the engineering vision for electricity projects.
• Lead the Engineering Services portfolio for power systems.
• Evaluate new technologies for energy solutions.
• Provide consultancy on EU energy regulations.
• Oversee full project life cycle across multiple regions.
• Ensure compliance with UK/EU standards.

Skills

Technical Design Management

Strategic Design Development

Stakeholder Management

Expertise in EU Energy Regulations

Project Management

Job description

United Kingdom

Full Time

Competitive

As Head of Engineering you will report to the Global Head, Digital and Engineering. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a fast-paced, friendly working environment. You will have get the opportunity to be involved in varied and challenging work, you will be working in an open and supportive environment, to deliver outstanding results. nxzen’s people are our success, and we work as one team.

No day is every the same and you will have the opportunity to work with a fantastic team of highly technical award-winning individuals who deliver nxzen’s award winning digital and technical service offerings to gas, power network and water utility companies.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives working independently, takes ownership of Utilities Engineering Services unit. The Head of Engineering (Electricity) will lead technical strategy, engineering design, and project execution for large-scale energy initiatives in Power Generation, Transmission, Distribution, and Renewable sectors across Europe. The position involves direct management of a team and oversight of Project Design Delivery, Implementation, Presales, and Business Development activities. This role requires strong expertise in the European power sector, including grid regulations, electricity markets, renewable integration, and energy transition technologies. The ideal candidate has deep technical experience, leadership capabilities, and the ability to advise clients on complex engineering and regulatory challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and lead the engineering vision for electricity projects across generation, transmission, distribution, Renewables and Grid modernization.
• Lead the Engineering Services portfolio for planning, designing, and implementing power systems, including HV/EHV substations, transmission lines, cables, and renewable power plants with storage.
• Evaluate new technologies such as smart grids, HVDC systems, energy storage, hydrogen integration, and digitalization solutions
• Provide expert consultancy on EU energy regulations, market frameworks, cross-border power flows, and decarbonisation pathways.
• Ensure internal alignment within UK & Global Team on project/bid proposal plans/proposal, and cost structures.
• Strategically address client needs, enhancing customer experience and satisfaction.
• Proactively engage with perspective Utility Client for supporting the needs of technical solutions through effective networking with key stakeholders.
• Oversee full project life cycle: feasibility studies, conceptual design, detailed engineering, procurement, commissioning support and operational support.
• Manage multi-disciplinary engineering teams across multiple European regions in large scale project implementation.
• Ensure all projects comply with UK / EU standards and national grid codes.
• Conduct risk assessments, techno-economic analyses, and due diligence for investments.
• Present detailed project plans to clients, securing buy-in and ensuring stakeholder alignment from both client and company sides.
• Ensure timely delivery of all project commitments in accordance with contractual agreements.
• Monitor project performance, anticipate potential challenges, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Establish engineering best practices, quality control, and technical standards.

Skills &Experience

The ideal candidate will have over 20+ years of experience delivering impactful engagement for multiple clients. You should have expertise in Technical Design Management, Strategic Design Development & Execution and managing multiple stakeholders particularly in UK and Europe in Generation, Transmission, Distribution or Renewable sector.

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