Digital Engineering Manager at E.On Uk in Solihull, England, United Kingdom | GBP71,277-85,059 | Kablio

Role

Description

architecture standards

automation

ai adoption

ci/cd

gitops

team leadership

Guiding teams to adopt and maintain architectural standards, principles, and guidelines.
Exploring and encouraging the adoption of automation, AI and improvements to DevOps lifecycle maturity across product and platform teams.
Helping manage engineering risks, KPIs, and HR activities including recruitment, performance reviews, and team wellbeing.
Building strong relationships with internal IT teams and external partners to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Mentoring and coaching the team to build a high-performing, collaborative, and supportive culture.
Ensuring the Engineering Chapter has the skills, capacity, and confidence to support DevOps product lifecycles and digital product roadmaps.
Supporting and leading a team of :26 Engineers and Data Scientists across three pillars, helping them thrive and deliver effectively into product teams.
Promoting continuous improvement in engineering practices, including AI adoption, CI/CD, and GitOps methodologies.

Requirements

degree

agile

devops

risk

leadership

c‑suite

Experience managing relationships with senior or C-suite partners.
Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Degree-level, or equivalent, qualification in IT Engineering, Science, or a related field.
Knowledge of outsourcing or global delivery methodologies.
Solid understanding of Agile, DevOps, and Product lifecycle methodologies, and how modern engineering tools, platforms & practices integrate with them.
Ability to foster an inclusive, collaborative, and supportive team culture.
Experience in a regulated environment or within the utilities/energy sector.
Experience managing IT risks, audits, and security compliance collaboratively with stakeholders.
Experienced IT leader with a track record of managing digital engineering or IT development teams, including budgets and external IT partners.

Benefits

Outstanding Benefits - Enjoy 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a generous pension, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax/NI savings.
Invested in Your Growth - From inclusive talent networks to top-tier development programmes, we’ll support your growth every step of the way.
Award-Winning Workplace - We’re proud to be named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and the Best Place to Work for 16–34-year-olds.
Flexible & Family-Friendly - Our industry-leading hybrid and family-friendly policies earned us double recognition at the Personnel Today Awards 2024. We’re open to discussing how flexibility can work for you.
Support at Every Stage of Life - We’re Fertility Friendly and Menopause Friendly accredited, with inclusive support for everyone.
Accessible & Supportive - Do you consider yourself as having a disability? As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and will make any adjustments needed during the process.

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

A leading energy supplier focusing on sustainable energy solutions.
Evolved from a traditional energy provider into a major player in the transition to low-carbon energy.
Offers a range of services including electricity and gas supply, energy efficiency, and renewable energy solutions.
Specializes in renewable energy with a significant focus on wind and solar power projects.
Committed to innovation, leading in energy storage, grid modernization, and smart technologies.
Recent projects include large-scale wind farms, solar installations, and district heating systems.
Part of E.ON Group, one of the world's largest energy companies, with a strong presence in multiple markets across Europe.
Plays a key role in decarbonizing the UK's energy system while ensuring a reliable energy supply for homes and businesses.

Culture + Values

Safety first, always
Energy in Action
Focus on customers
Trust and respect
Delivering on promises
Innovative and sustainable solutions

Environment + Sustainability

2040 Target

Net Zero Carbon Emissions

Committed to achieving net zero by 2040 through a combination of reducing operational emissions and investing in renewable energy projects.

Committed to reducing emissions from operations and customers
Investing in renewable energy projects, including wind and solar
Promoting energy efficiency through smart technology solutions
Reducing operational carbon footprint and increasing renewable energy capacity

Inclusion & Diversity

50% by 2025

Target Female Leadership Ratio

Aim to achieve 50% female representation in leadership positions by 2025.

Commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment for all employees
Ongoing gender diversity initiatives and mentorship programs for women in leadership roles

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Careers at E.ON

Sustainability at E.ON

Contact E.ON Customer Services

Role

Description

architecture standards

automation

ai adoption

ci/cd

gitops

team leadership

Guiding teams to adopt and maintain architectural standards, principles, and guidelines.
Exploring and encouraging the adoption of automation, AI and improvements to DevOps lifecycle maturity across product and platform teams.
Helping manage engineering risks, KPIs, and HR activities including recruitment, performance reviews, and team wellbeing.
Building strong relationships with internal IT teams and external partners to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Mentoring and coaching the team to build a high-performing, collaborative, and supportive culture.
Ensuring the Engineering Chapter has the skills, capacity, and confidence to support DevOps product lifecycles and digital product roadmaps.
Supporting and leading a team of :26 Engineers and Data Scientists across three pillars, helping them thrive and deliver effectively into product teams.
Promoting continuous improvement in engineering practices, including AI adoption, CI/CD, and GitOps methodologies.

Requirements

degree

agile

devops

risk

leadership

c‑suite

Experience managing relationships with senior or C-suite partners.
Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Degree-level, or equivalent, qualification in IT Engineering, Science, or a related field.
Knowledge of outsourcing or global delivery methodologies.
Solid understanding of Agile, DevOps, and Product lifecycle methodologies, and how modern engineering tools, platforms & practices integrate with them.
Ability to foster an inclusive, collaborative, and supportive team culture.
Experience in a regulated environment or within the utilities/energy sector.
Experience managing IT risks, audits, and security compliance collaboratively with stakeholders.
Experienced IT leader with a track record of managing digital engineering or IT development teams, including budgets and external IT partners.

Benefits

Outstanding Benefits - Enjoy 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a generous pension, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax/NI savings.
Invested in Your Growth - From inclusive talent networks to top-tier development programmes, we’ll support your growth every step of the way.
Award-Winning Workplace - We’re proud to be named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and the Best Place to Work for 16–34-year-olds.
Flexible & Family-Friendly - Our industry-leading hybrid and family-friendly policies earned us double recognition at the Personnel Today Awards 2024. We’re open to discussing how flexibility can work for you.
Support at Every Stage of Life - We’re Fertility Friendly and Menopause Friendly accredited, with inclusive support for everyone.
Accessible & Supportive - Do you consider yourself as having a disability? As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and will make any adjustments needed during the process.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found