Principal Engineer - Energy Conversion
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Lead and deliver energy conversion projects, providing technical expertise and client liaison.
20 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Construction services
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Property Development
Sector Specialisms
Water
Energy
Resources
Environment
Property and Buildings
Transportation
Hydrology and Hydrodynamics
Digital Technologies
Role
What you would be doing
due diligence
feasibility studies
performance modelling
system integration
technical leadership
project delivery
- Conduct and manage technical due diligence, feasibility studies, process evaluations, and system integration reviews for utility-scale and industrial clients.
- Support business development by contributing to proposals, client presentations, and technical strategy.
- Drive the design, performance modelling, and feasibility analysis of energy generation and storage systems.
- Provide technical leadership on major project deliverables, mentoring junior engineers and interfacing with clients at senior levels.
- Collaborate on multi-disciplinary projects, working closely with process, mechanical, electrical, and civil teams.
- Lead and deliver high-impact projects across energy conversion technologies—from conventional thermal power to next-generation renewable and bioenergy systems.
- Apply your expertise to power generation, energy storage, waste-to-energy and hybrid system projects.
What you bring
aspen plus
project leadership
engineering degree
10+ years
chartered engineer
thermodynamics
- Proven experience with power plant performance analysis and simulation tools (e.g. Aspen Plus, EBSILON, Thermoflex, or similar).
- Demonstrated success in project leadership, including client engagement and multi-disciplinary coordination.
- A degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Process or Energy Engineering (or related discipline).
- 10+ years of relevant experience in energy generation and conversion projects (e.g. power plants, renewables, WtE, CHP, hydrogen, biofuels).
- A solid understanding of energy conversion cycles (e.g. Rankine, Brayton, combined cycle, ORC, etc.).
- Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) with a relevant institution (e.g. IMechE, IChemE).
- Strong foundation in thermodynamics, energy systems modelling, and process engineering.
- Strong grasp of technical due diligence, conceptual design, and lifecycle project development in the energy sector.
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package (pension, medical, income protection, enhanced parental leave, and more).
- Clear career pathways—whether your passion lies in technical excellence, client leadership, or people management.
- Access to our Employee Network Groups and tools to support your mental health and wellbeing.
- Flexible, team-led working model that respects your life outside work.
- The chance to be part of a company committed to diversity, sustainability, and ethical leadership.
- Up to 25 days annual leave + option to buy up to 4 additional weeks.
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Company
Overview
1928
Year Founded
The organization has been evolving since 1928, starting as a small engineering practice and growing into a global powerhouse.
5 Continents
Global Presence
The organization operates across five continents, with key markets including Australia, the United States, and the UK.
- With a focus on innovation, it integrates expertise across various sectors to deliver world-class solutions.
- The organization is known for tackling large and complex projects, such as designing bridges and tunnels and constructing energy-efficient buildings.
- Notable projects include infrastructure development for major cities and energy-efficient solutions for industrial facilities.
- The organization continues to expand its digital and technological capabilities to ensure solutions are cutting-edge and sustainable.
- Safety
- Teamwork
- Respect
- Integrity
2050
Net-zero target validated by SBTi
Science-based target validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) for achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by FY2050.
2025
Carbon neutral commitment
Committed to achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025.
70%
Recycled materials in packaging
Boxes for electrical products use 70% recycled materials and are fully recyclable.
- Prioritising direct emissions reductions over purchasing carbon offsets (statement from Enterprise Sustainability Leader)
- Partnered with Decarbonisation Network to support clients' decarbonisation roadmaps and accelerate net-zero goals
- Slimline packaging to reduce material usage and transportation impact
Level 4–5
GDEIB Inclusion Benchmark
Targeting level 4–5 on the Global Disability Inclusion Benchmarking (GDEIB) by 2025.
9 Employee Groups
Resource Groups Established
Established 9 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support various diversity demographics.
- Board‑mandated aim to become #1 in industry for inclusion & diversity
- I&D strategy built on five behaviours: open, informed, accountable, empathetic, bold
- Inclusion & Diversity goals embedded in employee performance reviews
- Awards: Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (2020–2022), Workforce Diversity Award (2021), Disability Equality Index – Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion (2023)
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