Technical Project Manager

EMEC; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy innovation center is seeking a Technical Project Manager to oversee projects in renewables, including floating offshore wind and integrated energy systems. The role requires a degree in Engineering or a related field and strong project management skills. Applicants should have at least 3 years of experience in the energy sector and be prepared for some travel. The position offers a competitive salary of £37,426 – £51,403 depending on experience, with opportunities for flexible working.

Benefits

Flexible working

Progressive pay scale

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in Engineering or related discipline.
• Some travel is expected with the role.
• Ideally, 3 years or more experience working in the energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects across EMEC’s diverse portfolio.
• Manage technical site development activities from feasibility to handover.
• Ensure project scope, budget, and schedule are aligned.

Skills

Strong communication & influencing skills

Project management abilities

Stakeholder management

Commitment to safety

Education

Degree in Engineering, Marine Renewables or related discipline

Job description

EMEC is an innovation catalyst pioneering the transition to a clean energy future. EMEC is the world’s leading demonstration facility for testing wave and tidal energy technologies in the sea. Based in Orkney, the centre is also working on R&D projects looking at green hydrogen, floating wind and the decarbonisation of maritime and aviation sectors.

Technical Project Manager

Salary: £37,426 – £51,403 (dependent on experience and qualification) | Type: Permanent post | Location: Orkney | Hours: Full or part time applications welcomed

We are seeking a Technical Project Manager or Assistant Technical Project Manager with an engineering or technical background, who can support EMEC in pioneering the energy transition and a clean energy future. This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring or, well-established Project Manager, with an enthusiasm for renewables, energy systems, infrastructure and growth projects.

The Technical Project Manager’s role is to lead projects across EMEC’s diverse portfolio, including floating offshore wind, wave, tidal and integrated energy systems. You will lead or support with the leading of projects with emphasis on strategic infrastructure and growth, ensuring that projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard, whilst supporting the ongoing development of the Strategic Projects Team.

The Technical Project Manager will lead and manage technical site development activities, from feasibility and engineering design, through technical implementation, commissioning and handover.

You will take ownership of grid connection upgrades, including substation consenting, design and build, as the lead contact for EMEC’s key stakeholders in this area. You will ensure the scope of work, contract, budget, resources and schedule are aligned and supervise the project as it progresses. This will involve technical input to HAZID/HAZOPS, making sure they are managed and evidenced appropriately, contributing to site safety best practice.

Requirements

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent qualification) in Engineering, Marine Renewables or a related discipline.
• Strong communication & influencing skills, with solid project management abilities, strong stakeholder management and a commitment to safety.
• Experience in renewables, energy systems, infrastructure and growth projects.
• Some travel is expected with the role, alongside participation in conferences.
• Ideally, 3 years or more experience working in the energy sector.

Apply now

Thank you for your interest in working at EMEC. Please submit your C.V. to [e-mail] along with a covering letter explaining how you believe you fit the description for the post.

The following information must also be provided:

Closing date for applications: 1pm Wednesday 4th March 2026

Interviews will be held in the EMEC Stromness office, Orkney and you will be expected to attend in person.

For an informal discussion about this post, please call Mark Hamilton, Operations and Technology Director on 01856 852202 with any questions you may have.

All of the relevant documents that are required to apply for this job can be found at the bottom of this page in the downloads section.

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