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Head of Engineering
£100k - 140k per year + bonus
Renewable Energy
UK
Reading, Berkshire, England
Permanent
Hybrid

Piper Maddox are supporting a leading renewable energy and energy efficiency business focused on the development, construction, operation and optimisation of large-scale solar and battery storage assets. The company supports the transition to a low-carbon future through renewable infrastructure, energy storage solutions, asset management and energy efficiency programmes, with a growing presence across the UK and Northern Europe. It is recognised as a market leader in utility-scale solar and battery storage, managing a substantial portfolio of clean energy assets.

The business is seeking an experienced engineering leader to play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of its expanding renewable energy portfolio. This individual will work closely with multiple departments, providing technical leadership and driving collaboration across the organisation.

Key requirements:
- Proven experience leading and developing high-performing engineering or technical teams.
- Background within a renewable energy IPP or a global EPC organisation.
- Demonstrable experience working across large-scale project portfolios spanning multiple renewable energy technologies (solar and BESS)

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