Based from Stockport
Reporting to Team Leader
Permanent, full-time employment

Who are we?

Fichtner is a global engineering consultancy founded in 1922, employing over 2,000 people across 170 countries. In Ireland and the UK, our engineers and consultants contribute to some of the most innovative energy projects, offering design, intellectual, and engineering services to developers, investors, owners, and operators. Our projects, whether in development, construction, or operation, include more than:

  • 60 major thermal power plants, across the waste, biomass, and conventional power sectors
  • 10 GWh of battery storage
  • 5 GW of solar
  • 7 GW of on-shore and off-shore wind
  • 5 GWh of pumped storage hydro projects
  • 20 carbon capture projects, aiming to capture and permanently sequestrate more than 5 million tonnes of CO2 per annum

We have over 185 employees that we are proud to have represent us, operating from our offices in Manchester, Belfast, Dublin, and Glasgow. As the business grows from strength to strength, we are now looking to further extend our team by recruiting an experienced Senior or Lead Consultant, with some travel in the UK, Ireland, and wider EU.

What we are looking for:

  •  A good chemical or mechanical engineering degree
  • Chartered Engineer status or equivalent
  • Solid experience post degree with direct involvement in the technical consultancy sector
  • Experience gained from any area of renewable or thermal power generation or development, waste management operations or process plant management
  • Proven experience with the multi-disciplinary delivery of small to very large projects, including budget management and delivery programs
  • Some experience of carrying out technical due diligence on behalf of investors and/or vendors and/or public authorities. (desirable)
  • Knowledge of legislative and regulatory frameworks for waste or renewable asset projects
  • Good experience of construction projects and technical contract drafting
  • Excellent communication skills, with experience of communicating effectively with both engineering and non-engineering professional audiences
  • Full driving licence
  • Competent computing skills using MS office suite

What you can expect from us:

At Fichtner we greatly value our employees and offer a flexible approach to the working environment. We have a team of mental health first aiders and wellbeing champions on hand for support and provide the opportunity for our staff to give back to our local community, through charitable events, STEM, and community work experience. We operate with the mantra that we all look out for each other, making sure we continually review our working practices to create the best experience for all. As part of the team, you can expect:

  • A competitive salary with a leading bonus scheme of up to 20% of salary
  • Hybrid working with modern easy access offices
  • Opportunity to purchase company shares after a qualifying period
  • Significant training, development, and career growth opportunities
  • Financial support with professional fees/memberships
  • Company electrical vehicle car leasing scheme
  • Private medical & life assurance
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Fitness trainer provided every week for group boot camps
  • Team and company social events, including a family barbecue, Christmas Party, and team activities
  • Milestone scheme celebrating years spent as part of the Fichtner team!

If you are interested in applying for this role, please email recruitment@fichtner.co.uk with your CV and a brief cover letter to introduce yourself and let us know why you are a good for fit us.

When sending over your CV, please take a moment to review our privacy statement regarding how we process your personal data within our recruitment process.

Fichtner Consulting Engineers is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give of their best every day.

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