Senior Energy Engineer

Job Overview

We are seeking a Senior Energy Engineer to join our Technical Department's Energy team. This role offers the chance to work on high‑value projects ranging from hundreds of thousands to tens of millions of pounds, spanning NHS hospitals, industrial facilities, and district heating networks.

• Support the development of new energy projects up to £10m, using advanced modeling tools to identify energy savings and optimise performance of assets including CHP plants, heat pumps, and HVAC equipment.
• Lead technology innovation by evaluating emerging decarbonisation technologies and business models.
• Contribute to bid‑winning strategies and financial models, supporting contract negotiations on guaranteed performance and Measurement & Verification aspects.
• Drive continuous improvement by analysing technical KPIs, investigating performance variations, and developing action plans to enhance operational efficiency across multiple sites.
• Deliver decarbonisation surveys and energy audits for diverse sectors.

• Relevant experience in the energy/building services industry.
• A qualified degree in Mechanical Engineering or adequate demonstration of competencies.
• Theoretical understanding of building energy systems (e.g. HVAC) and industrial energy and utility systems (e.g. steam, hot water, CHP, heat pumps, chilled water, district energy, building services, hydraulics).
• Ability to articulate a good understanding of design concepts and project management.
• Creative, solution‑oriented thinker with excellent communication skills.

We are a proud Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long‑term condition who opt‑in to the Disability Confident scheme. We are also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We’ll support you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate.

Competitive Salary plus Veolia benefits (Pension, Bonus, Car/Car Allowance).

Hours:

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

• Refer an Engineer to us once you’ve joined and earn £1,000.
• Access to our people’s pension scheme.
• Free physiotherapy service.
• Discounts on groceries and well‑known retailers.
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.