Principal Engineering Manager - Electrical & Operational Technology

Job Description

Help us shape the future of clean energy through technical leadership that really matters? At EDF Power Solutions, this role puts you at the heart of our net zero ambition, guiding engineering excellence across complex electrical and operational technology environments.

The Opportunity

Location: We are flexible on location with a mix of remote working and also on site at London/Edinburgh/Durham offices.

As Principal Engineering Manager – Electrical & Operational Technology, you’ll lead specialist engineering teams that support renewable projects across their full lifecycle. Your direction will influence safety, quality, capability and technical standards as we grow our renewable portfolio in a competitive, fast-moving market.

Alongside a competitive salary and potential for an annual bonus, this role offers flexible working. You can be based from our offices in #London, #Edinburgh or #Durham, combined with remote working. You’ll travel occasionally for meetings or to visit sites in the UK and overseas.

You’ll work closely with senior leaders and delivery teams, acting as a technical conscience for the business. From strategic planning to governance and capability building, your expertise will help keep engineering excellence central to everything we do.

Who You Are

We’re looking for a Principal Engineering Manager – Electrical and Operational Technology who is credible, decisive and comfortable leading in a complex regulatory and commercial environment. You’ll bring strong judgement, technical authority and a passion for safe, high-quality delivery. To be shortlisted, you need to offer…

• Experience in an engineering leadership role within a relevant industry context
• A background in electrical engineering or operational technology, supported by a relevant engineering degree
• Strong knowledge of industry frameworks, including commercial, regulatory and political considerations
• A proven track record leading teams, delivering programmes and influencing senior stakeholders
• The flexibility to travel in the UK and overseas, with a full UK driving licence

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading, setting the strategy and developing high-performing electrical engineering and operational technology teams
• Setting and maintaining engineering standards and governance across the business
• Providing technical leadership across the full asset lifecycle, from development to operations
• Acting as a focal point for complex technical decision-making and risk management
• Building strong relationships with internal teams, partners and external stakeholders

Pay, Benefits and Culture

If you’re looking to join a company where you can work hard, have fun, and help to create a net zero future – then you’re in the right place! If you’re passionate about tackling climate change to support a cleaner, greener future, we’d love you to come and join us.

Alongside a competitive salary and potential for an annual bonus, and a market-leading pension scheme, our employee benefits include flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle – from electric vehicle leasing and private healthcare to extra holiday and more.

Everyone is welcome at EDF; we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.

Why EDF Power Solutions?

We’re united by a shared ambition: to tackle climate change and power a net zero future. Our diverse team is growing fast, driven by innovation and a commitment to clean, green energy for all.

With technologies spanning onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery storage and green hydrogen, we’re the UK and Ireland’s most diverse renewable generator. By 2035, we aim to deliver 10GW of low-carbon energy – and we’d love you to help us get there.

Energise your career. Accelerate a net zero future.

CLOSING DATE : 17TH MAY 2026

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Additional Information

Join us, and let’s do good together.