Graduate/Project Engineer

Are you an Engineer wishing to make a significant contribution to the future through sustainable energy solutions? Look no further!

Our Footprints are a leading renewable energy consultancy, known for providing expert engineering and consulting services to clients. We are committed to supporting the development, financing, and implementation of ground-breaking renewable energy projects across the globe.

As our operations expand, we are seeking talented and motivated Engineers to join our driven, dedicated and focused team. This is an opportunity to be part of an exciting group, where allowing your expertise to grow and for you to become instrumental in driving the success of diverse renewable energy initiatives and taking a significant step towards combating climate change.

At Our Footprints, we invest in our team’s professional growth. As a Graduate / Project Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work as an integral part of the team, with experienced engineers and industry specialists, as well as providing mentorship and guidance to engineering colleagues.

Our projects are as diverse as they are impactful, ranging from small 0.5MW projects to large-scale installations exceeding 1,000 MW, located across the globe. We cover all renewable energy technologies including onshore wind, offshore wind, solar PV, Battery Energy Storage and Hydro. Your role will involve collaborating with clients’ and teams on a global scale, potentially taking you to different international locations.

This is a chance to be part of a proactive team helping to find the path to a sustainable future.

Responsibilities

• Project Support: Collaborate with project managers and interdisciplinary teams to provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle, from inception to completion.
• Continuous Learning: Embrace opportunities for professional growth and development, staying updated with industry best practices, trends, and emerging technologies.
• Candidates will be encouraged, and supported, to become comfortable working under their own initiative and as part of a project delivery team.
• Technical Analysis: Conduct comprehensive technical assessments of renewable energy projects evaluating their feasibility, performance, and potential risks.
• Due Diligence: Participate in due diligence activities, conducting in-depth reviews of project documentation, contracts, and technical specifications to provide clients with accurate and reliable information.
• Financial Modelling: Collaborate with financial analysts to integrate technical data into financial models, evaluating the economic viability and return on investment for renewable energy projects.
• Technology Evaluation: Stay abreast of the latest advancements in renewable energy technologies, analysing their applicability and effectiveness for specific projects.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that renewable energy projects align with relevant local, regional, and international regulations, permitting requirements, and environmental standards.
• Technical Reports: Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations, summarizing findings, recommendations, and potential mitigation strategies for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Client Communication: Engage in professional and proactive communication with clients, addressing their technical queries and providing engineering expertise to foster positive client relationships.

Reporting to: Senior Project Manager

Person Specification:

Qualifications: Essential :

• Electrical / Civil / Mechanical / Aerospace Engineering Degree
• Related Degree or Qualification

Qualifications: Desirable

• Health and Safety qualification
• Renewable Energy qualification
• Project Management qualifications

Competencies: Essential:

• Team player
• Good communication skills
• Good reporting skills
• Word, Excel, MS Project, Teams

Competencies: Desirable:

• AutoCAD
• GIS
• PVSyst, WindPro

Previous Experience: Desirable:

• Project Management
• Renewable Energy Projects

Circumstances: Essential:

• Right to work in the UK by the start of employment
• UK Driving licence

Company Benefits:

• Competitive salary with pension
• Private healthcare (on successful completion of probation)
• 27 days annual leave and bank holidays
• Family and life friendly work policies
• Interesting and varied workload
• Potential to work overseas
• Technically challenging projects with the opportunity to develop and lead on solutions
• Membership to one relevant institution
• Mentorship and support to become chartered (if not already)
• Annual multi-day ‘off-site’ team get together
• Home working set up including: laptop, monitor, sit/stand desk, chair, keyboard and mouse
• PPE supplied

Apply:
Please apply using the link provided and submit your CV and covering letter.