Junior Energy Engineer

Offer ID: 72909

Job: Engineering / Electromechanical

Contract type: Junior Energy Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide. We have an exciting new opportunity for an Junior Energy Engineer interested to support the development of innovative decarbonisation projects across the UK. This role offers hands-on experience in low-carbon technologies, energy efficiency, and sustainable design, contributing to the UK’s net-zero goals.

Our Carbon Shift consulting business is focussed on the delivery of realisable climate action and net zero plans and is supported by delivery capability in heat decarbonisation, regeneration, Facilities Management, Project delivery, EV’s, smart buildings and renewables. Carbon Shift has developed a strong expertise and client base around net zero and energy transition and is now moving expand this offer into offering solutions to the broader climate adaptation and resilience challenge.

Key activities

• To undertake a range of energy simulations, analysis and reporting processes, using a range of software tools and analysis techniques. To assist in the preparation and appraisal of techno-economic business cases for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.
• Assist in the preparation of client-facing proposals and reports, such as outline / tender proposals, technical submittals reports - using standard templates and processes developed by Equans Carbon Shift.
• To aid in the development of new renewable energy and energy efficiency projects, through production of energy simulation models – to advise team members on options to improve energy performance, born from observations made in simulation modelling options.
• To assist in Techno-economic Appraisals, including monetisation of annual energy demands and generation, payback analysis, internal rate of return / net present value assessments and various other economic indices. Quantification of carbon emissions / abatement post implementation.
• To contribute to the implementation of new energy and techno-economic analysis techniques, software and tools.
• Liaise with key technology manufacturers to gain knowledge and expertise in technology capabilities and their prospective application to projects. Undertake discrete assessments of cost benefit and compatibility with project-specific requirements.
• Liaise with operational teams, to aid in the implementation of post-construction energy performance monitoring and reporting.
• Collaborate with colleagues, consultants and clients on project delivery.
• Analyse energy consumption data and identify opportunities for carbon reduction.
• Stay updated on UK energy / decarbonisation policy, regulations and decarbonisation strategies.
  
  

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in applicable Engineering or Sciences
• Enthusiastic, passionate and dedicated
• Strong mathematical and analytical skillset
• Knowledge of industrial standards / guidance’s / good practice, regulatory frameworks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good professional manner
• Knowledge of broader construction legislation / regulations
• Proficient in the use of standard software, such as Microsoft Office
  
  

What can we offer you?

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

• Pension Scheme
• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1 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
  
  

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part of a positive action drive to address under-representation in senior management 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 AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.