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Senior Engineer
Senior Engineer – Renewable Electricity Schemes
Location: Cardiff, Glasgow, or London (with preference for candidates in Cardiff/Glasgow) Working Arrangement: Hybrid – approx. 1 day per week in the office (20% of work time)
About Ofgem Ofgem, the independent energy regulator of Great Britain, ensures energy consumers—especially vulnerable groups—are treated fairly and benefit from a cleaner, greener energy environment. Our mission is to create a net-zero energy system that is secure and sustainable for all.
Role Purpose We are recruiting a Senior Engineer to join Audit & Compliance within the Delivery and Schemes (D&S) directorate, where you’ll play a critical role in delivering renewable electricity schemes. Your expertise will support essential accreditation, compliance, and audit processes, ensuring schemes are delivered efficiently, and high-quality technical advice influences decisions across Ofgem.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Advisory & Policy Support
- Provide expert technical advice on:
- Participant applications for accreditation and amendments.
- Compliance investigations related to renewable electricity schemes.
- Contribute engineering insights to policy development and scheme reform to align with regulatory requirements.
Stakeholder Engagement & Training
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-technical stakeholders (e.g., policy teams, operations, compliance).
- Design and deliver technical training for large, diverse audiences, ensuring they understand engineering requirements for scheme delivery.
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Professional Development & Representation
- Stay updated on technical standards and advancements (e.g., renewable energy tech, battery storage).
- Represent Ofgem at external meetings, conferences, and events, championing technical positions to:
- Government departments (e.g., Department for Energy Security & Net Zero, GIAA).
- Industry bodies (e.g., Energy UK, Microgeneration Certification Scheme).
- Scheme participants and certification bodies.
About Delivery and Schemes (D&S)
D&S administers renewable energy and social programmes worth £12 billion annually, essential for achieving net-zero goals and supporting vulnerable households. You’ll work in either the:
- Renewable Electricity Participant Compliance (REPC) team, or
- Renewable Electricity Operations team.
Your role ensures payments are fair, transparent, and compliant, reducing impacts on consumers and taxpayers.
Eligibility
To succeed in this ** gleichened position (ofgem), apply by demonstrating how you meet the following criteria within a 1250-word personal statement:
Essential Criteria
- 🎓 Degree-level education in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., electrical, environmental, renewable) or equivalent industry experience.
- 🌍 Relevant experience in electricity generation/power systems (e.g., commissioning, transmission, distribution, renewable energy).
- 📊 Strong analytical sills: ability to apply quantitative and qualitative analysis to complex issues.
- ✨ Proven track record of managing high-pressure engineering projects, maintaining deadlines.
- 🗣️ Exceptional communication skills: expertise in explaining technicalities to non-engineering audiences.
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Desirable Criteria
- 🚀 Chartered Engineer status (progression track towards registration).
- ⚡ Experience in renewable energy generation and battery storage.
- 🏛️ Familiarity with UK government renewable electricity schemes (e.g., Renewables Obligation).
Benefits
- Salary: £49,452 + a £14,326 civil service pension contribution.
- Leave: 30 days annual leave after 2 years.
- Career Growth: Training, development opportunities, and flexibility.
- Purposeful Work: Contribute to a net-zero energy future.
- Offer: Hybrid working arrangement, flexible hours, and family-friendly policies.
- Additional Perks:
- Located in clean, central offices.
- Engaged teams and networks.
- Preference for applicants in Cardiff or Glasgow.
Closing Date & Application
Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday, 6th July 2026. Your submission should clearly link your skills to the essential and desirable criteria.
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