Job Description

28th April 2025
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Based from Stockport or Glasgow Office

Reporting to Team Leader

Permanent, full-time employment

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Who are we?

Fichtner is global engineering consultancy established in 1922 with over 2000 employees over 170 countries. Within the UK and Ireland our engineers and consultants are involved in some of the most innovative energy projects across the UK providing design, intellectual, and engineering services to developers, investors, owners, and operators. Projects in development, construction, or operation in the UK and Ireland, 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 GW 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 175 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 Consultant specialising in Renewable Energy to join our team, working on projects across the UK and Ireland. This position will be based at either our Stockport or Glasgow location.


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What we are looking for:

A minimum 2.1 degree in renewable energy or an applicable engineering discipline Significant project management experience gained during the development, construction or operational phases of large-scale solar farm energy projects and/or battery storage projects Prior experience with the undertaking of feasibility studies and design reviews Good understanding of the key technical risks in solar/battery storage energy projects Experience in the financing of renewable energy projects, ideally including technical due diligence experience Knowledge of standard contract forms and their applicability to the construction of solar energy projects Able to read and interpret engineering drawings, design specifications and functional descriptions Prior experience in the production, and delivery of, professional technical reports for clients The ability to evaluate, explain and simplify complex technical issues Support to the renewables team in developing new and existing client relationships and business, attend solar exhibitions and conferences in the UK and overseas to promote the services of the business; and Possess a full driving licence and have the willingness and ability to travel both in the UK and overseas as required
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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.



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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.