Technical Lead F/H

Building a future we can all trust

 

Thales is a global high-tech leader specializing in three business sectors: Defense & Security, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital. It develops products and solutions that contribute to a safer, more environmentally-friendly and more inclusive world. The Group invests nearly €4 billion a year in Research & Development, particularly in key areas of innovation such as AI, cybersecurity, quantum, cloud and 6G technologies. Thales employs nearly 81,000 people in 68 countries.

 

 

Our commitments, your benefits

On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

• Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

 

As part of a positive action drive to address under-representation in all positions we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

 

In support of our positive action measures, we will consider applications that do not meet all the technical requirements if candidates can demonstrate how transferable skills will enable them to successfully deliver the remit of the role in an environment which promotes a flexible working culture.

 

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.

Your daily life

EQUANS are recruiting for an Asset Adoptions Engineer to join our Urban Energy Team, the role will be Hybrid between home and our office in Kings Yard, London. This is a permanent, full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package. EQUANS is the UK’s leader in developing and expanding sustainable communities through low carbon district energy schemes. The EQUANS District Energy team have over 30 years’ experience in developing, delivering, and operating large district energy networks.

 

Our schemes include:> Battersea Power Station (£8bn redevelopment project)> Edinburgh St James (£1bn redevelopment project)> Birmingham’s District Energy Scheme; the first 25 year energy supply agreement> 40-year concession providing heating, cooling and electricity at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

 

The successful candidate will form a key role within the Asset Adoption team, liaising closely with other departments within the organisation, the candidate will be part of a small team that works on the adoptions of new assets into the business and ensuring that all adopted asset meet EQUANS standards.This role will demand a good standard of technical, operational and systems experience. Understanding of the commissioning process, commercial and compliance elements of large-scale district energy schemes.

What will you deliver?

• Carrying out necessary due diligence on new and existing Energy Centres for EQUANS to operate as the Energy Service Company (ESCO)
• Review design, installation, and commissioning specifications
• Carry out site inspections and witnessing prior to adoption
• Meet with key stakeholders and clients to discuss issues and produce recommendations aimed at ensuring that sites operate safely, reliably and with a high degree of efficiency
• Support business development teams on tenders for new schemes
• Engage with operations teams for handover of new assets and feedback of operational issues
• Drive and maintain a high standards in Health and Safety

 

Your profile

• Motivated and professional engineer who wishes to commit to a role which will provide both opportunity and challenge
• Qualified to a minimum 2:1 degree level in Mechanical or equivalent Engineering Discipline or equivalent proven experience.
• Technical experience of the design, construction and operation of energy schemes/centres, heating and cooling systems, CHPs, boilers, utilities, etc…
• IOSH qualification an advantage
• Knowledge of the CIBSE, Electrical and UK regulatory Standards
• Excellent communication both verbal and written
• Experience liaising with stakeholders and clients directly
• Must be both positive and proactive when approaching all tasks

 

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.