Lead Research Engineer

EDF Energy; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company seeks a talented Lead Research Engineer in London to focus on the characterisation of extreme meteorological hazards, supporting climate change adaptation research. The role involves leading technical studies, data analysis, and reporting to stakeholders. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Climate Science or related field, with 5+ years of experience. Benefits include a competitive salary, potential bonuses, and various customizable perks. The role offers a hybrid working model with flexibility around office days.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus potential

Market-leading pension scheme

Customisable benefits (vehicle leasing, gym discounts, etc.)

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in climate change and natural hazards research.
• In-depth knowledge of climate science and models (CMIP6/UKCP18).
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical studies.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical and scientific studies on natural hazard characterisation.
• Support research engineers in complex data analysis and reporting.
• Develop cutting-edge solutions for energy infrastructure resilience.

Skills

Climate and Atmospheric Science

Statistical analysis

Problem-solving skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Climate/Atmospheric Science or Environmental Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Do you have extensive experience in the characterisation of extreme meteorological hazards? If so, come and join EDF as a Lead Research Engineer!

EDF Research & Development (R&D) UK, are advancing research in the fields of Nuclear, Offshore Wind, Energy Systems, Flexibility & Storage, Zero Emissions Mobility and Smart Digital Technologies.

We are looking for a talented Lead Research Engineer to join the Natural Hazards and Environment team to play a pivotal role in leading and contributing to research projects focused on climate change adaptation in the energy sector.

To be successful in this role, you will have experience in Climate and Atmospheric Science and will demonstrate good knowledge in the characterisation of extreme meteorological hazards.

This role is based out of our London Nova North office, working a hybrid model with a minimum of 2-3 days in the office per week.

What you’ll be doing

As a Natural Hazards Lead Research Engineer, you will take a leading role in carrying out technical and scientific studies on natural hazard characterisation. You will focus on the characterisation of extreme meteorological hazards (wind, rainfall, temperature, storms etc.) impacts using statistical analysis for present and future climate.

In this role, you will support a team of research engineers delivering complex system modelling and design, data analysis and reporting. As the Lead Engineer, you will take responsibility for reporting and communicating the project results to various internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that the information is communicated clearly and concisely.

You will develop and implement cutting‑edge solutions to enhance the resilience of our energy infrastructure, considering the latest advancements in climate science and technology.

Who you are

You’ll have extensive experience in research projects related to climate change and natural hazards and will be great at demonstrating outstanding numerical and analytical skills. You will have a Ph.D. in Climate/Atmospheric Science, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field or extensive experience (5+ years) in research projects related to climate change and natural hazards.

As the Lead Research Engineer, you will have an extremely good understanding of statistical techniques, modelling approaches for climate risks and impacts and strong problem‑solving skills to help with the development of resilient solutions.

An in‑depth understanding of climate science and models (CMIP6/UKCP18) is essential to carry out this role. You will need to understand the current state of climate change, it’s impact on natural hazards and the emerging trends.

Your strong communication skills are essential, both oral and written, as they’ll help you to build excellent internal and external stakeholder relationships, convey complex scientific information and reporting on project results effectively.

If this sounds like you then we’d love to hear from you!

Pay, benefits and culture

Alongside a competitive starting salary, potential for an annual bonus, and a market‑leading pension scheme, your package will include customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days and more.

Everyone is welcome at EDF; we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.

Join us and find your success at EDF!

Closing date for applications is 19th February; interviews will follow shortly after.

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