Principal Energy Consultant (Thermal Generation) – Energy Advisory
Within our Energy Advisory capability, we advise clients on the challenges and opportunities regarding decarbonisation/net zero issues specifically around delivering the global energy transition. This includes decentralised low‑carbon generation, innovation in technologies and energy sources, as well as policy and regulatory support.
We are seeking a technical specialist with design and/or operational experience of large thermal generation or energy‑from‑waste projects including boilers and turbines. The successful candidate will have experience in public, industrial and commercial energy usage, energy savings, utility plant development and emission reductions and will train/mentor colleagues to help deliver continued growth of our services and greater value to clients.
Key Responsibilities
Technical lead and accountable for key tasks and quality data outputs through a project reviewer role.
Engage with stakeholders at all levels.
Maintain knowledge of energy/carbon policy developments, energy markets and wider sustainability issues.
Contribute key inputs in the development or review of engineering design throughout the project life‑cycle.
Appraise energy generation technology options and perform life‑cycle cost analysis, with experience in large industrial combustion systems, turbines and energy‑from‑waste plants.
Guided bid preparation, deliver on tight timescales, be technically accurate and manage multiple schemes simultaneously as lead or team member.
Lead energy management, asset reviews, audit surveys, energy demand modelling and prepare low‑carbon energy solutions by re‑configuring existing operations or developing new strategies.
Demonstrate a positive attitude to health and safety, eliminating or reducing risk early in the design process in line with Jacobs’ BeyondZero approach.
Required Qualifications
An engineering degree with a focus on energy (Chemical, Mechanical or equivalent process‑related).
Previous engineering experience on large thermal generation or energy‑from‑waste projects in design and/or operation.
Site‑based experience working on utility systems and within a consultancy environment.
Strong project‑management skills, including developing clear work programmes and communicating requirements to team members.
Knowledge of current and anticipated environmental, carbon and energy policy and legislation and how these apply to organisations and projects.
Strong communication skills, able to engage with colleagues and clients and provide clear, evidence‑based advice in both written reports and presentations.
Capability to develop standard engineering deliverables such as heat and mass balances.
Benefits & Culture
People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. UK employees receive free single‑medical cover, a digital GP service and family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, and reimbursement towards professional development and memberships.
We give back to our communities through our Collectively programme, which incorporates matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both culture and client delivery. Hybrid working is supported, allowing employees to split their week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations to deliver their best work.
As a disability‑confident employer, we interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all listed requirements for the role.
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