The opportunity exists for an experienced engineer to join AFRY’s Energy Division within the expanding Thermal and Renewable Energy team in the UK. You will provide clients with help and support at all project stages, including: technical and economic feasibility studies, technology assessments, technical due diligence reviews, Lenders’ Engineer services, front end engineering design (FEED) studies, owner’s engineer services, engineering-procurement-construction-management (EPCM) services, operation and maintenance support, and optimisation and expert witness services.
Provide technical leadership in solving engineering challenges and reviewing design work;
Deliver high-quality design outputs, including drawings, specifications, estimates, and schedules;
Prepare accurate technical documentation and support site activities through inspections and testing;
Identify and mitigate project risks related to safety, design, sustainability, and commercial factors;
Support business development, represent the company professionally, and mentor junior engineers.
You hold a minimum 2:1 degree in electrical engineering;
Chartered status (Principal Engineer) or working towards Chartered status (Senior Engineer);
You have significant knowledge of, and experience with, LV to HV industrial electrical infrastructure (preferably but not essential on power generation and other energy infrastructure projects);
You have good knowledge of electrical related British and international standards and regulations.
Recognised Project Management training;
Previous experience of providing consulting services in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment;
Commercial awareness and contract knowledge (e.g., Design experience gained from concept development and detailed engineering;
Practical experience gained from construction, commissioning, and testing;
Experience of protection circuits, HV grid connections, HV substations, and coordinating with UK Distribution Network Operators (DNOs);
Modelling software experience (e.g., Exciting and challenging projects.
Personal development opportunities (e.g., technical expert, project management)
Helping to shape a sustainable future
AFRY provides engineering, design, digital, and advisory services to accelerate the transition towards a sustainable society.
Net sales in 2024 were just under £2 billion.
AFRY is organized into five Divisions: Energy; Management Consultancy; and Industrial and Digital Solutions.
The Energy Division employs over 2,100 professionals and provides engineering and consulting services to clients in over 80 countries.
We deliver expert-led engineering services. Trusted as a partner by the global energy sector, our expertise covers every aspect of power generation and energy market analysis, from the pre-investment phase to plant operation. We are committed to sustainable development and the clean energy transition, operating in sectors such as hydro power, thermal heat and power, nuclear energy, and transmission and distribution.
Available office locations for this position are London, Oxford, and Horsham. We are flexible on the office location; We value work-life balance and are committed to your wellbeing, considering flexible working arrangements, including part-time and hybrid work.
We offer benefits including 25 days holiday, private medical insurance, life assurance, a pension scheme, and enhanced maternity and paternity pay (16 weeks full pay). We also support family needs with backup childcare and return-to-work coaching.
Please include a cover letter explaining why you're a great fit and confirm your right to work in the UK, as this role does not include sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa.
Successful candidates will be invited for a telephone interview, followed by a virtual face-to-face interview, including analytical reasoning exercises.