Senior Renewable Heat Engineer
Natural Power
Company Overview
Natural Power
Castle Douglas, Scotland, United Kingdom
1995
Approximately 500 employees globally (source: rocketreach.co). Revenue figures vary, with estimates around $386.7 million, though no public confirmation exists for 2023+ (source: rocketreach.co).
What They Do
Natural Power specializes in consultancy and services across a wide range of renewable energy sectors, including onshore wind, offshore wind, solar PV, energy storage, renewable heat, hydro, wave, and tidal energy. They provide comprehensive lifecycle support, from feasibility studies and planning to construction, operations, asset management, and due diligence (source: naturalpower.com). Their core offerings encompass expert planning, environmental assessments, project management, and innovative products such as the ControlCentre, which currently manages 11.5GW of renewable energy assets, including a significant portion of the UK's onshore wind and battery storage (source: naturalpower.com). With a presence in over 50 countries, Natural Power targets developers, investors, lenders, and operators, particularly in Europe and North America, while also exploring emerging markets in Africa (source: naturalpower.com). Their independent status allows them to provide unbiased advice on complex projects, leveraging over 30 years of experience and in-house innovations like AI-accelerated wind turbine inspections (source: naturalpower.com).
Projects & Track Record
Natural Power has an impressive track record, having supported projects totaling nearly 215,000 MW of installed capacity across more than 50 countries. They played a pivotal role in early UK milestones, including consenting the first 50MW Section 36 onshore wind project and Scotland's first onshore wind farm in 1996 (source: naturalpower.com). Recent notable projects include the BNRG solar projects in Ireland, contributing to the country's 2GW solar milestone, and a 20MW standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) in California's Mojave Desert, which was commissioned in under a year (source: naturalpower.com). Ongoing projects include the construction management of Scotland's 33.4MW Mill Rig Wind Farm, which will power approximately 45,000 homes, and technical due diligence for a 4GW UK transmission-connected BESS portfolio (source: naturalpower.com). Their client base includes significant players like TagEnergy and Ardian, showcasing their strong partnerships in the renewable sector (source: naturalpower.com).
Recent Developments
In December 2025, Natural Power expanded its footprint in Germany's renewable market by acquiring Munich-based renerco plan consult (source: naturalpower.com). The company has been actively involved in due diligence for TagEnergy's acquisition of four 300MW Scottish wind projects in November 2025, further solidifying its role in the renewable energy landscape (source: naturalpower.com). Additionally, they advised on financing for Green Genius's 182MWp Lithuanian solar projects, demonstrating their expertise in international renewable financing (source: naturalpower.com). The launch of the expanded ControlCentre in May 2025, which is now the UK's largest independent renewable control room managing 11.5GW, marks a significant milestone for the company (source: naturalpower.com). Overall, Natural Power's turnover rose by 16% year-over-year, driven by growth in UK onshore wind and battery storage projects (source: cbinsights.com).
Working There
Natural Power offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including planning, environmental services, project management, and engineering for solar PV, energy storage, and wind projects. Their teams are involved in significant projects, such as managing 4GW BESS portfolios and operating control rooms (source: naturalpower.com). The company is actively hiring across its offices, particularly in the newly expanded Glasgow hub, which opened in January 2025, and its Castle Douglas headquarters (source: naturalpower.com). Natural Power fosters a collaborative culture focused on innovative problem-solving and ambitious teamwork, aiming to lead in the renewable energy sector (source: naturalpower.com). While specific benefits are not detailed, the company emphasizes investments in staff development and a supportive work environment, as evidenced by their eco-office and advanced control room facilities (source: naturalpower.com). Current job opportunities can be found on their careers page (source: naturalpower.com).
Contact
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At Natural Power, we have been pioneers of positive renewable change for 30 years. If you're looking for a job in the renewable energy industry, we could be just the place to advance your career.
As demand for low-carbon heat solutions continues to grow, we are looking to appoint a Senior Renewable Heat Engineer to strengthen our specialist Renewable Heat team at our either our Glasgow, Stirling or Castle Douglas offices.
Our Renewable Heat team is a core group of specialists passionate about decarbonising heat. We work across technologies including biomass and solid fuel combustion, heat pumps, deep geothermal, anaerobic digestion, EfW CHP, and district heat networks and energy centres.
The team supports a wide range of projects, from community and public-sector schemes through to large-scale utility assets. We operate in a collaborative, supportive and open environment and actively encourage continuous professional development.
The Role
As a Senior Renewable Heat Engineer, you will act as a technical authority and project lead on district heating and low-carbon heat projects. You will work directly with clients and stakeholders, leading technical delivery, managing projects, and supporting the development and construction of renewable heat schemes across all stages of the project lifecycle.
You will also provide line management and technical oversight to Renewable Heat Engineers and Assistant Engineers, helping to develop capability within the team.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
- Act as technical authority for district heating and low-carbon heat projects
- Provide expert advice on planning, permitting, funding mechanisms, financing and delivery
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of renewable heat technologies, standards and policy
- Support clients with the day-to-day delivery of renewable heat construction projects
Project Management & Governance
- Lead projects as Project Manager, acting as the main point of contact for clients and contractors
- Coordinate project resources and workstreams, including line management responsibilities
- Undertake technical and commercial reviews of project outputs
- Manage quality control systems and ensure high standards of delivery
- Monitor and manage commercial performance to ensure revenue and profitability targets are met
Technical Consultancy Delivery
- Lead the delivery of consultancy work across the full project lifecycle, including feasibility, planning, due diligence, financial close, construction, commissioning, operations and decommissioning
- Deliver technical analysis, modelling and reporting for low-carbon heat and district energy projects
- Manage client-facing contracts to ensure scope, programme, quality and budget requirements are achieved
What We're Looking For
Essential
- Degree in a relevant engineering or project management discipline
- Chartered or near-chartered member of a relevant professional institution
- Strong experience in renewable heat, district heating or waste-to-energy projects
- In-depth knowledge of UK renewable heat policy, incentives and design standards
- Proven experience leading consultancy projects and working directly with clients
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Advanced IT skills, including modelling and analysis of complex energy systems
Desirable
- CIBSE CP1 accreditation
- Project management qualification
- Postgraduate qualification or full chartership
- Experience in district energy modelling, construction and contract management
- Understanding of wider renewable technologies such as solar thermal, PV, wind and energy storage
- Line management experience
What We Offer
We will offer an engaging, collaborative, and fast-paced environment alongside an excellent benefits package, including:
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- Employee assistance programme
- Health plans, personal insurances, discounts and salary sacrifice schemes
- Opportunities for career development and progression
Diversity & Inclusion
Natural Power is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status.
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January 18, 2026
Full Time
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January 18, 2026
Hybrid
- Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Castle Douglas, United Kingdom
Strong experience in renewable heat projects
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